Smartphone Repair Risks: Protect Your Data from Leaks and Blackmail

• Personal data on smartphones (photos, banking apps, chats) is vulnerable during repairs.
• Alisha's case in Delhi highlights how data can be leaked after third-party repair, leading to unknown calls and messages.
• Third-party service centers often demand passwords, giving them full access to your sensitive information.
• Official service centers usually advise data backup and reset; never share your password with any repair center.
• Utilize 'Repair Mode' or 'Guest Mode' if available, or perform a full backup and factory reset before handing over your device.

Why It Matters: Always protect your personal data by never sharing passwords and resetting your phone before repairs.