4 Money-Saving Features Every Android User Should Know About

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Android devices make one-click shopping really easy, especially if you use the Amazon Shopping app regularly and have a payment method saved. Plus, if you manage subscriptions in an app, the Google Play Store usually keeps your previously used method on file. However, this can be a double-edged sword, as accidental microtransactions can occur if you share your device with a family member, such as a tablet.

It’s not fun, especially if your kids spend money without meaning to. Sometimes those transactions become irreversible, and the issue ends up costing you more than you’d like to admit.

Thankfully, there are a few protection methods that can prevent accidental payments, and even customizable hard caps that prevent you from spending beyond your means, like a monthly budget for games and apps, or setting a limit on your data plan so that you don’t incur overage charges.