How to manage settings in Trojan Scanner for Android

How to manage settings in Trojan Scanner for Android

Trojan Scanner’s Settings let you control scans, updates, storage, and alerts. Most defaults are safe, but a few tweaks can save data or battery, or make protection more proactive.


Open Settings

  1. Open Trojan Scanner.

  2. Tap the menu (three lines) in the top-left.

  3. Tap Settings.
    Settings screen showing all options


All settings explained

1) Scan after reboot

What it does: Runs a fast check when your phone restarts, catching threats that try to load early.
Good for: Extra safety after OS updates or app installs.
Impact: Adds a few seconds after boot; minimal battery use.
Recommendation: On for most phones. Turn off only on very low-end devices or if boot speed is critical.


2) Update threats list

What it does: Keeps detection rules current so the app recognizes the latest malware.
Modes:

  • Download automatically — updates in the background when available.

  • On request — you update manually from the app.

When to choose manual: If you’re often offline or want strict control of data use.
Recommendation: Automatic for best protection.



3) Download threats list (network rule)

What it does: Tells Trojan Scanner when it’s allowed to fetch updates.
Options:

  • Wi-Fi only — uses no mobile data.

  • Always — Wi-Fi or mobile data.

Who should use Wi-Fi only: Users on limited data plans.
Recommendation: Wi-Fi only if data is tight; Always if you want updates anywhere.



4) Scan Type

What it does: Chooses depth/speed of checks.
Options (typical):

  • Quick — fast scan of common risk areas; best for daily use.

  • Deep — thorough scan of storage and apps; use weekly or when something feels off.

InfoPro tip: If you install many new apps, run Deep right after.


5) Quarantine — Remove files after

What it does: Auto-cleans old quarantined items so they don’t take space.
Choices: e.g., 1 week, 2 weeks, 1 month.
How it works: Items remain isolated (can’t run) until the timer deletes them.
Recommendation: 2 weeks is a good balance; extend if you often review items.



6) Keep Reports

What it does: How long to keep scan reports (history + logs).
Why it matters: Helpful for troubleshooting patterns or sharing with Support.
Recommendation: 1–3 months. Shorten to save space; extend if Support asks.


7) Sounds

What it does: Plays sound cues for detections and scan completion.
Tip: If you silence sounds, ensure Android notifications remain on so you still see alerts.
Recommendation: On unless you prefer silent mode.


8) Language

What it does: Changes the app interface language.
Note: Scans and protection work the same in any language.

Trojan Scanner Language picker listing English, Deutsch, Русский, Español, Українська


Examples: choose a setup that fits you

Battery saver (older phone):

  • Scan after reboot: Off

  • Scan type: Quick (run Deep weekly)

  • Updates: Automatic + Wi-Fi only

  • Quarantine cleanup: 2 weeks

  • Keep reports: 1 month

  • Sounds: Off

Travel / limited data:

  • Updates: On request + Wi-Fi only

  • Run Deep before you travel; Quick on the road

Paranoid mode (high-risk user):

  • Scan after reboot: On

  • Scan type: Deep (weekly)

  • Updates: Automatic + Always

  • Quarantine cleanup: 1 month

  • Keep reports: 3 months


Tips & quick fixes

  • An option is greyed out or updates fail: Check internet, free storage, and time/date accuracy.

  • No detections but the phone acts weird: Update threats list → run a Deep scan → review recent installs.

  • Can’t update on mobile data: Ensure Download threats list → Always is selected and system Data Saver isn’t blocking Play Services.

  • Storage tight: Shorten Keep Reports and Quarantine retention; remove large downloads/media.

  • Permissions changed by mistake: Android Settings → Apps → Trojan Scanner → Permissions → allow Files & media.


Privacy note

  • Usage data (like last launch time in Apps Usage Statistics) is read locally to generate lists; personal files and browsing content are not collected.


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Restore defaults (manual)

If you want to revert quickly:

  • Scan after reboot: On

  • Update threats list: Automatic

  • Download threats list: Wi-Fi only

  • Scan type: Quick

  • Quarantine: 2 weeks

  • Keep reports: 1 month

  • Sounds: On

  • Language: your preference


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