Android, like any widely used operating system, is a prime target for hackers. That’s why Google took the wraps off Google Play Protect, a suite of antivirus and security tools for Android in 2017, and formally launched it with the release of Android Oreo. While many of these features were previously available, the update makes it easier to see your device’s status.To enable Play Protect, go to Settings > Google > Security > Google Play Protect and toggle on Scan device for security threats. You’ll see a list of recently scanned apps, and a green “Looks good” check mark if your phone’s in the clear. You can also access this setting by going to Settings > Security & Location > Google Play Protect.
Find My Device is another component of the the Google Play Protect suite. Once enabled, you can use it to see your phone’s last known location, lock your phone with a PIN, pattern, or password, or erase your phone’s internal memory. You can access these functions remotely via the Find My Device website.