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Security · 2h ago

Disabling Google Play Protect: What You Risk

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Engadget ·

Google Play Protect scans Android apps for malware, but some users find it overly restrictive. Disabling it exposes your device to potential threats from sideloaded apps. Weigh the convenience against security risks before turning it off.

Meridian48 take
The article understates that most users should keep Play Protect enabled; only advanced users with specific needs should consider disabling it.
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