# G DATA Mobile Security

> Security on the go for Android smartphones or tablets

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.gdata.mobilesecurity2g](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.gdata.mobilesecurity2g)

## Overview

- **ID:** `de.gdata.mobilesecurity2g`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** G Data CyberDefense AG
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 33,326
- **Rating:** 4.67 / 5 (827 ratings)
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-17
- **First published:** 2019-04-18
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.gdata.mobilesecurity2g)
- **Website:** [http://www.gdata.de](http://www.gdata.de/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.gdatasoftware.com/privacy/mobile](https://www.gdatasoftware.com/privacy/mobile)

## Description

**G DATA Mobile Security** offers comprehensive protection for Android smartphones and tablets. Featuring an advanced antivirus scanner, it guards against viruses, Trojans, spyware, ransomware, and phishing attacks while running unobtrusively in the background. Certified by AV-Test for flawless detection and excellent performance, it ensures your device stays secure without compromising battery life or speed.

Beyond malware protection, the extension provides safe browsing by blocking dangerous phishing sites, enabling secure online banking and shopping. Its anti-theft features allow you to locate, beep, lock, or remotely secure your device in case of loss or theft. Full control over app permissions and PIN protection for selected apps safeguard your privacy and prevent unauthorized access or purchases. Developed in Germany with strict data protection standards and offering 24/7 free support, G DATA Mobile Security is your all-in-one defense solution on the go.

## Rankings

- #354,047 — Overall

## Review summary

Users appreciate G DATA Mobile Security for its ease of use, reliability, and effective antivirus protection. Many recommend it and praise its security features. However, there are recurrent issues with signature updates failing, intrusive notifications about scanning status, app lock malfunctions, and problematic permission requests. Some users also experience false positives detecting system apps as threats. Despite these concerns, many users remain satisfied and trust the app for their security needs.

### Pros

- App is easy to use and good for antivirus protection.
- Fast, reliable, and accurate in scans.
- Customers find it excellent and recommend it to others.
- Works well on desktop as well, implying trust in the brand.
- Provides good security features like app lock and web security (though mixed reviews).

### Cons

- Issues with signature updates failing (multiple users report update errors and error 400).
- App lock feature not properly locking settings or certain apps like Chrome.
- Frequent and intrusive notifications about scanning status and signature updates.
- Permissions and theft protection features causing confusion and forced access prompts.
- Some versions mistakenly detect system apps as threats (false positives).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.gdata.mobilesecurity2g)