With the new platform, the government hopes to reduce cell phone theft; understand how it works

Imagine a scenario in which you could avoid every cell phone owner's worst nightmare: the theft or theft of your device. This reality may be closer than you think, thanks to a innovative government initiative.

Soon, the Ministry of Justice and the Brazilian Federation of Banks (Febraban) intend to launch an app and website that will allow users to register their phones in advance.

The objective is to allow, in cases of theft or theft, trusted people to remotely block the device. The promise is an effective solution to minimize damage to the cell phone owner.

How can the application reduce theft rates?

The government's expectation is that this measure will significantly reduce cell phone theft in Brazil, especially without the need for confrontation or violence.

For offenders, the value of a stolen cell phone plummets significantly, as access to applications and personal information becomes almost impossible.

Additionally, companies like Google can play a key role by remotely erasing the Android operating system, turning the device into little more than a hunk of metal useless.

Users interested in using the service will need to register their phone numbers in advance. cell phone on the platform.

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During this process, the owner of the device must also indicate two trusted people who will be authorized to take action on their behalf, in case the device is lost or stolen.

In situations of robbery or theft, the device owner can access the platform remotely from any other device with internet access. This can be done through a specific application or a dedicated website.

Once on the platform, the cell phone owner can contact one or both previously registered trusted people. They will be authorized to take action on behalf of the device owner.

Trusted people will then be able to remotely lock the device, making it inoperable.

Blocking is not just limited to access to apps and data, but also involves notifying carriers telephony and financial institutions, such as banks, which, in turn, can carry out additional security.

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