I know it's an odd question, but where I live phones get stolen often. My phone doesn't have the option for an eSim, which is a problem because 90% of the time when a thief steals a phone they take out the SIM card immediately, meaning I wouldn't be able to remotely lock or wipe my phone.
Should I consider glueing the SIM tray shut? Or are there alternative less permanent measures I can take to keep my device secure?
I mean on average theyll just turn it off and then try to factory reset it later which will remove your data if there isnt an exploit. What i do since I have the same problem, is just not keep any data on my phone the same goes for accounts but I see that might not be for everyone. Assuming your phone is fully updated a long passphrase, think stock android limits to 17 characters, should be enough to keep out the average drug addict. Be mindful of your surroundings, dont fight back unless they try kidnapping you and use lockdown mode or fully restart your device when you go to a shady area. Curious what device do you have?
Edit: what you should be more worried about are the assholes that force you to unlock it and then empty out your bank through the countless digital payment methods. Arming yourself would be the answer for that
Thanks for the response. I have a Samsung A34. I don’t think keeping accounts off of my phone would work for me, it’s my most central place for everything which I know is risky, but it’s better than having everything on my work computer which could get searched or taken at any point
Alright so did a quick search and couldnt find a way to bypass the lockscreen so that should be alright assuming they dont take it when its unlocked but do more research. Go ahead and set a short timeout, and get a privacy screen protector so shoulder surfing can be ruled out. Yeah that is risky but life is life you have the decision on that. The dummy phone is also a good idea if you leave behind the personal one imo