The Android-AntiTheft project by xncoder01 is focused on enhancing the security of Android devices through SMS-based commands. This application allows users to perform various actions on their Android device remotely by sending predefined SMS commands, making it highly useful in situations where the device is lost or stolen.
- Remote Control via SMS: Execute commands on your device by sending SMS messages from another phone.
- Location Tracking: Send an SMS command to receive the current location of your device.
- Remote Data Wipe: Initiate a factory reset or delete specific data by sending an SMS command, to ensure your personal information remains secure.
- Lock Device: Remotely lock your device with an SMS command to prevent unauthorized access.
- Trigger Alarm: Activate a loud alarm on your device via SMS, useful for locating your device nearby.
- Capture Photos: Remotely take photos using the device's camera and send them to a predefined email or save them in cloud storage for retrieval.
- Android Studio installed on your computer.
- An Android device for testing.
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Clone the repository to your local machine: git clone https://github.com/xncoder01/Android-AntiTheft.git
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Open the cloned project in Android Studio.
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Build the APK and install it on your Android device.
- Install the app on the Android device you wish to secure.
- Follow the in-app instructions to activate the necessary permissions and set up a security PIN.
- Configure the SMS commands according to your preference.
- In case your device is lost or stolen, use another phone to send the predefined SMS commands to your device.
We welcome contributions from the community. If you'd like to contribute:
- Fork the repository.
- Create a new branch for your feature (
git checkout -b feature/YourFeature). - Commit your changes (
git commit -m 'Add some YourFeature'). - Push to the branch (
git push origin feature/YourFeature). - Open a pull request.
- Prashik Likhar - LinkedIn
- Project Link: https://github.com/xncoder01/Android-AntiTheft