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Fortnite for Android is finally here with a beta that is open to many players, but the decision to release it outside of Google Play is a security nightmare according to NordVPN.

On Samsung devices you can download from the Samsung App Store without changing settings, but on other Android phones you need to enable an option to install from unknown sources, which opens your phone up to potential issues.

“It is generally considered that the most secure way to download apps is from the official stores like Google Play. In this case, Android users will need to visit Epic Games’ website and disable some security features on their devices to complete the download of the game,” explains Daniel Markuson, NordVPN Digital Privacy Expert. “However, Android owners may want to proceed with the download with caution.”

Protect yourself from scams around the Fortnite Android release with these tips.

Protect yourself from scams around the Fortnite Android release with these tips.

This is especially true if you don’t download directly from the email Epic Games sends, or the link directly on the Epic website. If you try to jump the beta waitlist, or install the Fortnite apk to get around the compatibility list you open yourself up to problems.

According to NordVPN, you open your Android phone up to the following issues when you install from unknown sources and you aren’t careful.

  • Subscribe to paid services
  • Send and delete text messages
  • Inject ads in the notification area
  • Show ads in other apps
  • Download and install other apps
  • Launch DDoS attacks
  • Open URLs in browsers
  • Mine cryptocurrencies

You can use the following tips to keep your Android phone safe as you install the Fortnite Android beta and the full Fortnite Android game in the near future. Markuson recommends;

  • If you are an Android user, be 100% sure you download Fortnite only from the official
    website of the developers.
  • To download the game, you will need to disable the default security settings on your device.
  • After completing the download, be sure to turn the security settings back on. You will need to do that for every update as well.
  • Get a reliable anti-malware app or use the CyberSec feature available in the NordVPN app for Android. If the website you are trying to visit is known for phishing or malware,
    CyberSec reacts immediately and blocks the dangerous action.
  • Pay attention to the app permissions. If some of the required permissions seem unrelated or excessive, it might be an alarming signal of a copycat app.

You can sign up for the Fortnite Android beta today and in many cases install it right away. Make sure you install the beta from a legit source, or you open yourself up to major issues.

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PUBG Mobile

PUBG Mobile

PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, aka “PUBG” is an extremely popular last person standing type game. In fact, it's one of the original battle royale games. It arrived back in 2017 after starting out as an ARMA mod. An add-on to a popular PC game. 

And while some might think Fortnite copied its idea from PUBG, this genre is nothing new. They just managed to add a different element that most players absolutely love, building forts. 

PUBG Mobile is available now for Android or iPhone and is hands-down the best battle royale title for mobile gamers. You'll enjoy literally everything people like from Fortnite, except a few of the obvious things. PUBG has stunning graphics, aim assist, tons of customization, and millions of players so you'll never have a dull moment. It's not Fortnite, but for some, that's a good thing. 

Download PUBG on the Google Play Store

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