What is a virus?
A virus is a malicious piece of code or program, which is written intentionally for the destruction of data or malfunctioning of mobile devices. It doesn't have its own entity. It has two prominent features such as execution and replication.
What are the malicious programs/viruses that may affect mobile devices?
There are two types of malicious programs that affect mobile devices:
Worm: This kind of virus is transmitted via SMS or MMS.
Trojan: This kind of virus appears to be an executable file or application, which can cause considerable harm to the device.
What are the system requirements for mobile phone to use Quick Heal Total Security?
To use Quick Heal Total Security, your mobile phone should have the following supported versions and resolutions of Android:
Supported versions:
- 2.3. 3.0, 4.0, and later with
Supported screen resolutions:
- Small screen – 240 x 320
- Normal screen – 320 x 480
- Large screen – 480 x 800
- Extra-large screen – 600 x 1024 (Newly added for tablet)
How to check if my device has Android mobile OS?
Please refer to the following link:
How to install and activate Quick Heal Total Security?
Installing Quick Heal Total Security
To download and install Quick Heal Total Security, follow these steps:
- Go to Google Play store.
- Search for Quick Heal Total Security and purchase the app.
- Download and install the app.
The Quick Heal app is added to the Apps list on your device.
- To open the application, go to the Apps list and tap the Quick Heal Total Security icon.
A license agreement screen appears.
The Allow to Collect app statistics check box is selected by default. This helps send the analytics data to Quick Heal Total Security for research purpose. If you do not want to send the analytics data, clear this option.
- Tap I Agree.
You are redirected to the Activation screen to register your product.
If your device is not connected to the Internet, a screen with the option Try with SMS appears. This helps you to activate your product through SMS. However, if SIM is not present in the device, a message that your device is not connected to the Internet appears.
- Tap Next. A successful message with expiry date is displayed.
Note:
Currently registration, re-activation, and renewal through SMS are available only to users based in India.
Mobile numbers listed in the National Do Not Call Registry (DND) list may or may not be able to register, re-activate, deactivate, or renew through SMS depending on the Indian government's current telephone regulatory policies.
Why do I need to register Quick Heal Total Security?
You need to register your license of Quick Heal Total Security to avail the benefits of all its features, receive technical support, and latest updates regularly without any interruption.
Where do I find my license details?
The license details are available in the About screen of Quick Heal Total Security. To get the license details, follow these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- Tap Menu and then tap About Product.
When should I renew my license copy?
Once your license expires, you cannot use some key features such as Call Block, SMS Block, and Web Security. You won't receive security updates against new viruses, and take or restore the backup of your data. It is advisable that you renew your license on time to continue using these features without any interruption.
When should I re-activate my license copy?
Re-activation of Quick Heal Total Security ensures that you use the product for the entire license period. You may need to re-activate your product if you have removed it from your device in scenarios where you format your device or you change your device.
Re-activation of Quick Heal Total Security using the same product key is possible only with the same mobile number on any mobile device.
Re-activating licensed version
To re-activate the license of your Quick Heal Total Security, follow these steps:
- Go to All apps on your device and tap the Quick Heal Total Security icon.
The license agreement appears. 'Collect app statistics' is selected by default. This helps in sending analytics data to Quick Heal for the purpose of research. If you do not wish to send the analytics data, deselect this option. 'Receive alert & collect app statistics' is selected by default.
- Tap I Agree.
The License Activation screen is displayed.
- Enter your 20-digit product key.
You can get the product key in the following places:
- If you have purchased a Quick Heal Total Security for Android product box, you will find the product key printed on a card inside the box.
- It is sent to your email address if you have purchased it online.
Note: If you have not purchased a license yet, you can buy it by visiting our website. A link to our website is displayed.
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Tap Next and then follow these steps:
Step 1: Set Password
- Type your password and then confirm the password.
- Tap Next.
Step 2: Set Up to 3 Alternate Contacts
- Enter contact name or number which is available in your device contacts/phonebook.
- Tap to select the required contact from the drop-down contacts listed here.
You can add up to three contacts. Repeat the same steps to add multiple contacts.
Enable the 'Uninstallation Protection' option if you want to secure the Quick Heal app from being removed by any unauthorized user. However in case of a licensed version, this option is selected by default (a recommended option).
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Tap Activate.
Note: If you have enabled the Uninstallation Protection option, you are redirected to Activate device administrator (ADA) screen where you can activate the ADA. Your license is re-activated successfully. Expiry date of the license is also displayed. As soon as your app is re-activated, it starts scanning every app on your device automatically.
How to remove an application installed on my device which contains malicious content?
To remove a malicious application, run Quick Scan or Full Scan on your mobile device. You may also schedule a virus scan at a time that is convenient for you. Quick Heal Total Security scans applications installed on your device for all possible virus infections. If any threat is found, take an appropriate action such as Skip or Uninstall the application.
How do I manually scan my mobile for virus?
Run either Quick Scan or Custom Scan in Scan Device to scan your mobile for any threat. To scan your mobile device, follow these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Mobile Security.
- On Dashboard, tap Scan Device.
- Tap either Quick Scan or Full Scan from:
- Quick Scan
- Full Scan
- Schedule Scan
What is Quick Scan?
Quick Scan scans all the downloaded apps on your device.
To perform Quick scan on your device, follow these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- On Dashboard, tap Scan Device.
- Tap the option Quick Scan.
What is Full Scan?
Full scan is a complete scan, which scans your files and apps present on the device.
To perform Full scan on your device, follow these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- On Dashboard, tap Scan Device.
- Tap the option Full Scan.
How do I delete a file threat?
To remove a file threat which has malicious content, run a Full Scan on your device on your mobile device.
If any threat is found, take an appropriate action on the threat by following these steps:-
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- Dashboard is displayed.
- Tap main menu and then tap Threats Detected. The Threats Detected screen is displayed.
- Under the View drop-down list, tap Quarantined. The list of Quarantined files is displayed.
- Select the check box next to the files, and then tap Delete.
How do I restore the file threat?
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- Dashboard is displayed.
- Tap main menu and then tap Threats Detected. The Threats Detected screen is displayed.
- Under the View drop-down list, tap Quarantined. The list of Quarantined files is displayed.
- Select the check box next to the files, and then tap Restore.
Where will I find my file/or restored file which was detected as a threat?
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- Dashboard is displayed.
- Tap main menu and then tap Threats Detected. The Threats Detected screen is displayed.
- Under the View drop-down list, tap Quarantined. The list of Quarantined files is displayed.
What is a security vulnerability?
A security vulnerability (also known as a security hole) is a security flaw detected in a product that may leave it open to hackers and malware.
How to check if vulnerable files and apps are present in the device?
To check for vulnerabilities, run a Full Scan on your device on your mobile device after enabling the vulnerability scan option.
To enable the vulnerability scan option follow these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- Tap the main menu and then tap Settings.
- Select the option Scan Device.
- Enable the option Vulnerability Scan.
Where will you find the vulnerable files and apps which are detected?
To perform actions on vulnerable apps and files, follow these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- Dashboard is displayed.
- Tap main menu and then tap Threats Detected. The Threats Detected screen is displayed.
- Under the View drop-down list, tap Vulnerabilities. The list of vulnerable threats is displayed.
- Tap the Trust option to make the vulnerable app or file as trusted entity. If you want to uninstall any application, tap Uninstall. In case you want to remove files, tap Delete to remove the files from the device.
Is there a way to block calls from unknown or unwanted numbers?
Yes, with the advanced Call filter, you can block unknown or unwanted calls. To block calls, you need to add the contact number to the Blocked Numbers List.
Can I block calls from a certain number?
Yes, you can block calls from a certain number by adding a contact to the Blocked Numbers List.
Can I block calls from a contact number from my phone book?
Yes, you can block calls from a contact number present in your phone book. Simply enter such contacts in the Blacklist while configuring Call Filter.
Can I block calls from a contact number which is not in my phone book?
Yes, you can do so by simply typing the contact number while configuring Call Filter.
I get unnecessary calls from numbers that begin with certain series. Can I block numbers with such series?
Yes, you can block numbers belonging to a certain series. You can do this with the help of the Custom option while setting Call Filter. Note that all numbers belonging to the blocked series will be barred from calling you.
At times I get unexpected international calls and SMSs. Can I block international callers with Quick Heal Total Security for Android?
Yes, you can block international calls from unknown numbers by configuring International Calls in Set Privacy.
I cannot differentiate between 'Fully Blocked' category and 'Partially Blocked' category. Any clue?
In 'Fully Blocked' category, all telemarketing calls and SMSs will be blocked. In 'Partially blocked' category, it blocks all telemarketing calls but blocks SMSs based on selected categories.
My number is already registered with TRAI but I still get unwanted telemarketing calls. What should I do now?
You can raise a complaint against such callers by using Report a Number option from the feature Block Spam (DND).
Why should I always keep Anti-theft enabled?
The Anti-theft feature of Quick Heal Total Security protects the data in your mobile when it is lost or stolen. It enables you to lock the device making it useless for someone else. It also helps you block your phone on SIM change, remotely wipe its data, and trace the device's location.
When I lost my mobile device, I blocked it. Now I have got it back. Is it possible that I can unblock my blocked mobile?
Yes, you can block your mobile.
Simply enter pin on lock screen to unlock device or "Confirm fingerprint to unlock" if available.
Or send a UNLOCK command from RDM if you have configured your RDM account.
Or call our Support Team at 1800-121-7377.
I want to unblock my phone but I have forgotten my PIN. How can I do this?
Unblock device with Remote Device Management
This option informs that you can reset your PIN through the RDM portal
To reset your PIN through the RDM portal, follow these steps:
- On the block screen, tap Unblock Screen. The Enter PIN screen is displayed.
- In case you forgot the PIN, tap Forgot PIN?. The Forgot PIN screen is displayed with two options to unblock your phone.
- Tap Remote Device Management. The Remote Device Management screen is displayed.
- Log on to the RDM portal using the URL provided on the screen.
- Select the appropriate device.
- Click Lock > unblock
I've lost my mobile device. Is it possible that I can block my mobile remotely?
Yes, you can remotely block your mobile device
- Log on to the RDM portal using the URL "https://mydevice.quickheal.com".
- Select appropriate device.
- Send a LOCK command.
Or Call our Support Team on 1800-121-7377.
Where will I find captured photo, audio and video if my device is lost or stolen?
The captured photo, audio and video are sent to your email address which is added in the Quick Heal app only if you have configured your RDM account.
Follow these steps to check the email address which you have added in the app:-
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- Tap main menu and then tap About Product.
- Select the User Details option.
- Enter your email address.
What is the difference between automatic and manual backup?
In Automatic Backup, you can schedule an automatic backup of your data from your device to cloud at a defined time.
In Manual Backup, you can back up your data whenever required, irrespective of whether Automatic Backup is turned ON or OFF.
Can I recover the data once these are deleted by the Secure Delete functionality?
No, you cannot recover the data once these are deleted by the Secure Delete functionality.
How can I secure my mobile from malicious and phishing websites?
Browsing & Phishing Protection in Quick Heal Total Security secure the browsing environment on your mobile. It blocks fraudulent and malicious websites that try to steal your personal information, contain virus, Trojans, spyware, and other malware. Enable Browsing & Phishing Protection for safe browsing whenever you visit websites.
I have applied various security settings but I am not sure if they are optimum. Is there a way I can understand if my device needs more security?
Yes, Security Advisor helps you check security vulnerabilities present on your device. If your device needs better security, it highlights so. You can enhance the security settings to stop such vulnerabilities.
Security Advisor highlights vulnerabilities related to the following:
- Accounts and Sync
- Bluetooth
- Device Memory Encryption
- Hotspot and Tethering
- Quick Heal Anti-theft
- Quick Heal Background Scan
- Screen Lock
- Unknown App Sources
- USB Debugging, Wi-Fi
To enhance security settings, follow these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- On Dashboard, tap Scan Device.
- Tap Security Advisor.
- Under Security Advisor, the security settings are displayed under following categories.
Risk Settings: Security settings that are insecure are listed here.
Secure Settings: Security settings that are secure are listed here. The security settings that are listed under Risk Settings include a setting icon next to them. You can increase the security level by tapping this icon. Doing so will redirect you to the respective security features where you can configure them.
I use various apps such as gaming apps, social networking apps, and banking apps on my mobile device. I know some of these apps collect private information such as my user credentials, contacts, social security number, and passwords even without notifying me. But I don't know exactly which apps collect such information. Is there a way I can detect such apps?
Yes, Privacy Advisor helps you detect such apps. It also notifies you about apps that send SMS, call premium numbers or access the Internet without your knowledge.
You can monitor apps with permissions that may violate your privacy. You can uninstall such apps in the following way:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- On Dashboard, tap Scan Device.
- Tap Privacy Advisor.
The applications are displayed with the permissions they use.
To view the permissions that an app uses, tap the application. If you find that an app uses any crucial information, you can uninstall such an app by tapping the Uninstall button.
I have a mobile device which is also used by my family members. Can I make contacts and messages private so that other members cannot see them?
Yes, the Privacy Protection feature in Set Privacy helps you maintain private contacts and secure call logs and messages from/to those contacts. However, please note that backup cannot be taken of private contacts.
Can I restore my private contacts along with the SMS after the expiry of my license copy?
Yes, you can do so by tapping the minus icon against the desired private contact under the Privacy Protection feature.
Although I have blocked website categories for my kids, I want them to access certain websites that fall in the blocked categories. Is it possible to allow access to such specific websites?
Yes, it is possible to access specific websites that come under the blocked categories. For this, you need to enter such websites in the 'Allow Access' list while configuring the Parental Control feature.
I have blocked certain unwanted websites for my children. I still want to check if they have tried to access the blocked websites?
You can check this by reviewing the reports under Web Security.
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- On Dashboard, go to Menu > Activity.
- On the Activity log screen, tap the filter icon and then tap Web Security.
I use multiple SIMs to avoid roaming charges. Can I change SIMs without getting my mobile blocked as it is so for Quick Heal Total Security for Android?
Quick Heal Total Security has a feature in Anti-theft that blocks your mobile device if its SIM is changed. However, if you use a dual-SIM device or multiple SIM cards, you can create a Trusted SIMs list. You can add up to 50 SIMs to the Trusted SIMs list, so that you can change SIM as and when required without getting your device blocked.
I have configured various settings in Optimize Device for performance monitoring. Now I want to check its performance. How is it possible?
Use Performance Summary in Optimize Device to check your device's performance. You can set Power Saving mode and kill running apps to speed up its efficiency.
I prefer limited network usage on my mobile. How can I ensure this?
You can enable Network Usage in Optimize Device. It helps you manage all the networks available on the device and control data usage limit.
How to improve device performance?
You can improve your device performance by using following steps.
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- Tap Optimize Device.
- Tap Performance Summary.
- Tap Speed Up device.
- Tap OK.
Can I track per day mobile data usage on my device?
Yes, you can track per day mobile data usage using the Network Monitor feature.
How to check which apps are using more cellular data?
Using Network monitor feature, you can check data usage of all apps on your device.
Proceed to Network usage summary and tap View App data usage.
Why are permissions needed to enable Network usage summary?
For devices having Android version 6.0 and above, you need to enable usage access permission to use the network monitor feature.
I use multiple mobile devices. I want to control them from a single platform. Is it possible with Quick Heal Total Security?
Yes, if you own multiple mobile devices and want to ensure that adequate security settings are applied on all of them, you can make use of the Quick Heal Remote Device Management (RDM) portal.
Quick Heal RDM is a cloud-based portal and allows you to control and manage multiple devices remotely with a single account.
To avail this facility:
- Create a Quick Heal RDM account at https://mydevice.quickheal.com/rsvc/login
- Add your devices to the Quick Heal RDM portal.
I save crucial data on my mobile and delete them as and when required. But, I still worry if the deleted data can be retrieved by a hacker. How can I ensure that my data is removed permanently?
If you want to delete crucial and valuable data permanently, use the Secure Deletion method:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- On Dashboard, tap Secure Data.
- Tap Delete Personal Data.
- Select the data that you want to delete.
- Tap Delete.
I have installed Quick Heal on my mobile. How can I ensure that no unauthorized person uninstalls it?
To secure your Quick Heal app from being removed by any unauthorized user, turn Uninstallation Protection ON. It is recommended that you always keep this feature enabled. If your device is lost or stolen, no one can remove the app from your device. This will help you lock, track your device and wipe its data too.
How to uninstall Quick Heal Total Security?
Uninstalling Quick Heal Total Security exposes your mobile and your valuable data to virus threats, loss and theft. However, if you wish to remove it from your device, follow these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- Tap the main menu and then tap Uninstall Quick Heal. A confirmation screen appears.
- Tap OK.
- Type your pin for authentication and tap Submit.
Your license is first deactivated and then you are further asked to confirm the uninstallation. If you cancel uninstallation, your product will be deactivated but not removed from your device. If you access the Quick Heal app later, you will have to activate it first.
I forgot my phone at home and I want all incoming calls to be forwarded to an alternate number. What should I do?
In such cases, you can use our remote Call Forwarding feature to get all your calls forwarded to an alternate number in the following ways:
- Using Quick Heal Remote Device Management portal Navigate to Forward All Callsin Settings > Others
- To enable call forwarding, enter the number to which calls need to be forwarded and click Save.
- To disable the feature, uncheck the option Forward All Calls and click Save.
How do I get Technical Support?
Quick Heal provides extensive technical support for registered users of Quick Heal Total Security. The Support menu item provides you with the technical support details. The support screen directs you to a page where you can get online Help, FAQ, and support contacts.
Support contacts:
- You can write to us at mobile.support@quickheal.com
- You can call us on 1800 121 7377 between 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM IST (India Standard Time) between Monday to Saturday.
For more details on technical support, follow these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security for Android.
- Tap the main menu.
- Tap Online Help, FAQ, or Contact Us from the options available.
What is SafePe?
Secures your financial transactions when you use mobile payment apps for online shopping, banking, paying bills, etc. This feature checks whether the device environment is free from any malware or unknown vulnerabilities before performing any financial transaction using any app.
How can I configure the Mobile SafePe settings?
To make SafePe scan your device environment, you have to configure SafePe Settings by following these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- Tap the main menu, and then tap Settings.
- Tap SafePe. The SafePe settings screen is displayed.
- Enable the settings.
How are SafePe settings helpful?
SafePe settings help scan your device's root status, integrity, environment, file system, system apps, and network.
How can I add or remove apps from Safe apps list?
To add apps to Safe list, follow these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- On Dashboard, tap SafePe. The Protected Apps screen is displayed.
- Tap the Manage Apps icon on the bottom of the screen. The Safe list, which includes the installed apps on your device, is displayed.
- Select the check box of the required app and add to SafePe. In case you want to remove the app from SafePe, clear the check box next to the required app.
Can I install the apps from genuine apps?
Yes, you can install the trusted apps via Genuine Apps.
What is the use of genuine apps?
The Genuine Apps option allows you to download genuine apps from the given link.
What does Scan app before download do?
It helps scan apps on Google play store before you download any. It also informs you if the app is unsecure and risks behind installing the app.
Do we need to give permission to access the Scan app before download feature?
Yes, to run a scan before downloading the app on the devices with OS 6.0 and later versions, you must grant permissions.
How to enable Scan App Before download?
- Open Quick Heal Total Security
- Tap main menu, and then tap Settings
- Tap Scan and enable Scan App Before Download
What does the Detect Unsecure Wi-Fi option do?
The Detect Unsecure Wi-Fi option runs a scan of the Wi-Fi. After the Detect Unsecure Wi-Fi is enabled, this option notifies you if you are connected to an unsecure Wi-Fi.
How to enable Detect Unsecure Wi-Fi?
To enable Detect unsecure Wi-Fi, follow these steps:
- Open Quick Heal Total Security.
- Tap main menu, and then tap Settings.
- Select the Detect Unsecure Wi-Fi check box to inform you about the unsecured Wi-Fi.
What happens when you are connected to unsecured Wi-Fi?
Connecting to unsecured networks may put your private data like passwords, bank accounts, emails, etc., at risk of being stolen or spied upon.
Why am I not being able to access some Quick Heal features if I reboot or keep the device idle?
This issue can arise if the permissions required by the Quick Heal app have not been granted yet or the app has been terminated in the background. To solve this, grant the permissions again or add the Quick Heal app to the whitelist.
For example:
- In OPPO devices - Disable the option Freeze app in the background
- In Honor devices - Add the Quick Heal app to the Protected Apps list under Device Settings
