World Health Organization (WHO) has declared Coronavirus (COVID-19) as a pandemic. People around the world are advised to maintain social distancing to protect themselves from COVID-19. It’s very important for everyone to not just wash your hands regularly with sanitizers/soap but also keep your frequently touched surfaces clean. This makes your smartphones one of the most touched surfaces.

If your smartphone surface caught some germ and you press it against your ear while attending calls, or you touched your face right after touching your phone those germs can be easily transferred to your skin. So to make sure that your phones and other gadgets are safe to use and are free of germs. Here are a few methods which can help you to protect mobile phone from COVID-19.

How does the COVID-19 disease spread?

The new COVID-19 virus commonly known as coronavirus is a respiratory virus which spreads primarily through droplets generated when an infected person coughs or sneezes, or through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose. To protect yourself, clean your hands frequently with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water.

How long does the coronavirus last on surfaces?

COVID-19 seems to behave like other virus and its not certain how long this virus can survive on surface. Studies suggest that coronaviruses (COVID-19)  may survive on surfaces for a few hours or up to several days.

How to Protect Mobile Phone from COVID-19:

You're on your phone for several hours a day, whether it's replying to a text or checking your shopping list at the stores or attending calls. You can get infected with COVID-19 if your mobile phone surface is not cleaned properly. The good news is that disinfecting your electronic device has officially become easier. 

Use disinfecting wipes:

Many peoples consider rubbing of alcohol to clean mobile phone as a best method, however do note that alcohol has a potential to damge your touch screen. Usage of disfecting wipes is the best methos to keep your mobile phone from COVID-19 virus as well as from damage. Apple says on its website that you can safely clean your iPhone with disinfectant wipes, like Clorox sheets. Samsung added to its website you can use an alcohol-based solution (70%) and apply it to your phone with a microfiber cloth.