In this era of increasing dependence on technology, mobile phones have become an essential travel companion for various reasons, ranging from browsing to photography, entertainment and communication.

When you are away from home, you may encounter certain discomforts and problems that you could have avoided if you had followed some quick and practical advice that we will give you below. If you have not left yet, put them into practice and we guarantee that you will have a much more pleasant vacation.

It is crucial that your device is fully prepared to live a calm and safe adventure. Daniel Markuson, digital privacy expert at NordVPN, shares a practical guide on how to prepare your mobile for the holidays:

This article was originally published by RAC1.