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Data Usage Too High on Android? Monitor and Reduce

Issue Description 

Mobile data usage is unusually high. 

Common Causes 

  • Background app syncing 
  • Video streaming at high quality 
  • Malware or adware 

Step-by-Step Solution 

Step 1: Check Data Usage Breakdown 

  • Settings → Network → Data Usage 
  • Identify heavy apps 

 

Step 2: Restrict Background Data 

  • Set apps to Background data OFF 

 

Step 3: Reduce Streaming Quality 

  • Lower video resolution in apps 

 

Step 4: Run Play Protect Scan 

  • Check for malicious apps 

Explore Further 

  • Set data usage alerts 

Prevention & Best Practices 

Monitor data weekly.