Webroot Mobile Security for Android

Webroot Mobile Security for Android is a complete security solution that offers a host of features to protect you and your phone from viruses, identity theft, unwanted calls, and text messages. It also helps you locate your stolen or lost phone.

Webroot Mobile Security free edition has the following protection features:

Scans, detects, and blocks threats found in downloaded apps before they can infect your mobile device.
Warns and blocks suspicious sites to protect your personal information, so you can shop or bank online worry free.
Helps you locate your Android smart phone if it is lost or stolen.
Stop unwanted calls and spam text messages immediately.
Keeps your device secure without interruptions

See the comparison between basic (free) edition and pro edition

Because of the mobile malware on the rise and most smartphone users are now stores their personal data such as banking PIN, computer password on their hand set, this app has greater importance. Webroot Mobile Security for Android (Free/Paid) can be downloaded at Android Market here

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