Do ipads get viruses?

If you see a message on your iPad saying you have a virus, don't panic. There are no known viruses that target the iPad. In fact, a virus may never exist for the iPad. read more

Yes, you can get malware on an iPad if you install apps from untrusted sources (Anything outside of the App Store). However, you cannot get a virus from simply going to a website, as the process of installing an app from a third-party requires your interaction and can't be done in the background. read more

But some folks want their phones to do even more. When you first get a new iPhone, it comes preloaded with apps and programs that are difficult and sometimes impossible to remove. Some people get frustrated with their phones, and others find a way around the restrictions. Getting around these software restrictions is called jailbreaking your phone. read more

Furthermore, you do not need to install virus protection on your iPad. Unlike a PC, where running real-time virus protection software is almost a requirement, the iPad does not need full-time protection from viruses. read more