Learn how to save internet costs on smartphones

The Dhaka Times Desk We have to get pretty fast with the cost of internet. But following some methods it is possible to save your data. Find out how to save internet costs on smartphones today.

We have a lot of problems with the cost of internet. Many times it is seen that the data is consumed at a very fast speed. However, it is possible to reduce the cost of smartphone internet by adopting various methods. Learn some methods today.

Data Restrictions

What many of us don't know is that when we use smartphones, keeping data turned on still consumes data! Background data is used to keep most of the apps and services running on our Android phones. Apps like WhatsApp, Viber, Play Store, Google Apps, Messenger etc. These apps continue to consume data unnecessarily even while you are doing other things. To avoid this data consumption, you need to go to the Settings option, Data Usage > then tick the Restrict Background Data option. An exclamation mark will then appear in your notification bar. This means apps can no longer steal data in the background.

Only necessary apps should be enabled

Since you use a smartphone, it is only natural that you use one or more instant messaging apps based on the Internet. This might include an app that needs to be kept running all the time. If you turn off background data, all apps will close together in the background. To avoid this problem go to Settings>Data Usage and see all apps showing. You can also see how much data an app is consuming. Now take a moment to enter the apps by clicking on them and restrict the rest except the apps that you need to keep running.

Using data savings apps

There are several apps that allow you to browse with very low data consumption. For example, Opera Mini, Opera New, UC Browser have data saving mode. By using this mode you can save up to 80 percent browsing cost effortlessly. Choose the right app for instant messaging too. For example, the data consumption on WhatsApp is very low in case of voice calling. So you have to take the right decision.

Use security apps for that reason

Data consumption can also be reduced by using various security apps. With these apps you can know which apps are stealing your data. They cannot use data without permission through settings. Play Store has various apps like CM Security and 360 Security etc. In addition to data protection, these apps will protect you from viruses or hacking.

Data settings on smartphones

There are some settings that are very important to use when using the internet on a smartphone. For example, it is possible to use your smartphone as a WiFi hotspot. Some WiFi-based apps such as Share It can sometimes turn on the hotspot automatically without your knowledge. Because of this, someone else can access your data without your knowledge. Even your smartphone can be hacked by using WiFi network. So check everything. Always use passwords on hotspots. Of course, turning off your data connection after use will keep your smartphone safe.