Android incorporates industry-leading security features to keep the Android platform and ecosystem safe. Learn more about Android's robust security model and rigorous security programs.
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Learn about some of the amazing security programs focused on keeping Android secure.
App Defense Alliance
The App Defense Alliance is focused on protecting users by preventing threats from reaching their devices and improving app quality across the ecosystem.
Android Ready SE
Android Ready SE Alliance is a collaboration between Google and Secure Element (SE) vendors. The alliance was created to make discrete tamper resistant hardware backed security the lowest common denominator for the Android ecosystem.
Starting a VDP
Learn what it takes to start a Vulnerability Disclosure Program at your corporation.
Google Play Protect
Google Play Protect automatically scans all of the apps on Android phones daily and works to prevent the installation of harmful apps, making it the most widely deployed mobile threat protection service in the world.
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App developers can learn more about security best practices on Android's developer site developer.android.com
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Learn about all the security and privacy features in Android by visiting the safety center android.com/safety
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