Which Protectstar app fits which situation?

Question 1

Which Protectstar app helps against spyware on Android?

Accepted Answer

For Android users who suspect spyware or stalkerware, Anti Spy is the right Protectstar app. It is specialized for spyware, stalkerware, and hidden surveillance apps, and is certified by AV-TEST and DEKRA MASA L1.

Antivirus AI, by contrast, is designed more for general malware protection. iShredder permanently erases data and is not a spyware scanner.

Question 2

What is the difference between Anti Spy and Antivirus AI?

Accepted Answer

Anti Spy focuses on spyware, stalkerware, and hidden surveillance — apps that specifically monitor you. Antivirus AI focuses on malware, malicious apps, and general threat detection — software that can damage or exploit your device.

The two apps complement each other: Anti Spy for suspected surveillance, Antivirus AI for everyday protection.

Question 3

Is a factory reset enough to securely erase my data?

Accepted Answer

In many cases, a factory reset deletes only the encryption key, not the data itself. On older devices, damaged storage, or certain hardware configurations, remnants of your data may still remain on the storage medium and may be partially recoverable with forensic tools.

iShredder additionally overwrites the data according to recognized standards, removing remaining traces as well. For selling, returning, audits, or GDPR documentation, this is the secure approach.

Question 4

How likely is it that deleted data can be recovered?

Accepted Answer

With a simple Delete action, a file is usually only marked as deleted. With multiple standardized overwrite passes using iShredder, for example according to DoD or NIST standards, the likelihood of recovery becomes negligible. iShredder supports 23 certified erasure standards for different requirements.

Question 5

Which Protectstar app permanently erases data?

Accepted Answer

For permanent data erasure on Android, iOS, Mac, Windows, and Windows Server, iShredder is the right solution. The app overwrites files, free space, or entire devices according to recognized standards such as DoD 5220.22-M, NIST 800-88, or BSI requirements. For organizations, Business, Enterprise, Server, and Technical editions with digitally signed erasure reports are available.

Question 6

Do you offer an anti-spy app for iPhone and iPad?

Accepted Answer

Protectstar does not currently offer an anti-spy app for iPhone and iPad like the Android version because iOS has technical restrictions that make reliable spyware detection by third-party apps difficult. Check iOS privacy permissions, VPN and device management profiles, and keep iOS up to date. With a Mac, Antivirus AI Mac can additionally scan a connected iPhone or iPad via USB.

Question 7

How can I check my iPhone or iPad for malware?

Accepted Answer

Protectstar does not offer a standalone antivirus app for iPhone or iPad because iOS heavily restricts classic antivirus apps. A direct option is Antivirus AI Mac: the Mac app can scan an iPhone or iPad connected via USB cable. Without a Mac, current iOS versions, App Store apps only, and no unknown configuration profiles are the most important protections.

Question 8

What is the difference between Camera Guard and Micro Guard?

Accepted Answer

Camera Guard protects your camera or webcam from unauthorized access. Micro Guard protects the microphone on Android. On Mac, Camera Guard Mac natively includes both camera and microphone protection in one app.

Important on Android: Starting with Android 14, platform interfaces for third-party apps are heavily restricted, so Camera Guard can no longer reliably block camera access on Android 14+. On Android devices up to Android 13, the app works as usual.

Question 9

Which Protectstar apps are free?

Accepted Answer

Anti Spy, Antivirus AI, Firewall AI, Camera Guard, Micro Guard, and iShredder can be used on Android in a free basic version. Advanced features are available through upgrades. On Mac, Antivirus AI Mac is available as a free version; iLocker Mac and business solutions are paid products.

Question 10

Which solution is best for businesses or government agencies with multiple devices?

Accepted Answer

For Android fleets, there is iShredder Android Business; for iOS fleets, iShredder iOS Business and Enterprise with MDM. For Windows workstations, iShredder Windows is the entry point; for servers and RAID systems, iShredder Windows Server. For hardware-level or forensic requirements, iShredder Windows Technical is available; for the highest requirements, the path leads to iShredder Defense.

A few questions.
One clear recommendation.

Suspected spyware

Malware & viruses

Network & trackers

Camera & microphone

Permanently erase data

Lock your Mac

What do you want to protect?

My device is behaving suspiciously

Detect malware or viruses

Control network access

Protect your camera or microphone

Permanently erase data

Lock apps or files on your Mac

Which device do you want to protect?

Android

iPhone or iPad

Mac

Windows PC

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What best describes what you need?

I suspect surveillance or spyware

Securely erase data before selling or returning a device

General protection for my device

What needs to be secured in your organization?

Android fleet

iOS fleet

Windows workstations

Servers & RAID systems

Bootable environment & specialized IT cases

Mixed fleet or consultation

Government agency / high-assurance requirements

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A few questions.One clear recommendation.

Suspected spyware

Malware & viruses

Network & trackers

Camera & microphone

Permanently erase data

Lock your Mac

What do you want to protect?

My device is behaving suspiciously

Detect malware or viruses

Control network access

Protect your camera or microphone

Permanently erase data

Lock apps or files on your Mac

Which device do you want to protect?

Android

iPhone or iPad

Mac

Windows PC

—

What best describes what you need?

I suspect surveillance or spyware

Securely erase data before selling or returning a device

General protection for my device

What needs to be secured in your organization?

Android fleet

iOS fleet

Windows workstations

Servers & RAID systems

Bootable environment & specialized IT cases

Mixed fleet or consultation

Government agency / high-assurance requirements

—

A few questions.
One clear recommendation.