What Is Device Administrator in Android Phones?
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Device Administrator is an Android feature that gives Total Defense Mobile Security the permissions needed to perform certain tasks remotely. Without these privileges, remote lock would not work and device wipe would not be able to completely remove your data.

What is the use of device administrator?

You use the Device Administration API to write device admin apps that users install on their devices. The device admin app enforces the desired policies. Here’s how it works: A system administrator writes a device admin app that enforces remote/local device security policies.

How do I find device administrator on Android?

Go to your phone Settings and tap on “Security & privacy option.” Look for “Device administrators” and press it. You would see the applications that have device administrator rights.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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