23/06/2026 19:50 - Tecnologia
Many users keep their phones powered on for weeks without ever turning them off, but according to the United States National Security Agency (NSA), restarting your phone periodically is a fundamental practice for maintaining both security and optimal device performance.
This action allows you to temporarily interrupt certain processes that could be exploited by malicious software, causing potential system damage. This recommendation applies to both iPhone and Android devices.
According to the NSA, restarting your phone weekly is the recommended frequency. This routine practice allows:
According to Apple, restarting the device promotes system stability because:
Google experts explain that many common failures such as:
Can significantly decrease with a weekly restart.
The NSA clarifies that periodically restarting your phone does not replace basic cybersecurity precautions. Complementary measures include:
Google also recommends:
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