The Macworld Guide to Online Security
News, Reviews and How Tos from our security experts
Latest Best Picks and Reviews for Security Software and Services
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Best Mac antivirus 2024: Security suites compared
14 of the best antivirus packages and security suites for protecting your Mac from viruses and malware, reviewed and ranked by our expert editors.
Reviews
Sophos Home Premium for Mac Review
Sophos Home Premium is a security suite with the right protection, but the setup process is confusing and certain features require that you be online.
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Best VPN for Mac
Find out what is the best VPN for MacBook or Mac with our complete guide in which we review and rank the top VPN services for Mac.
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AVG Internet Security for Mac review
We test AVG Internet Security for Mac and find it easy to use and effective at catching viral, phishing, and malware activity on a Mac.
Best Picks
Best iPad VPN
Want to access blocked websites, streaming services and more on your iPad? You need a VPN. We recommend the best options out there.
Reviews
ClearVPN review: A good option for VPN newbies
ClearVPN is easy to use and has a slick UI, but a lack of power features may put some off.
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Norton Ultra VPN review
Norton’s revised VPN’s greatest strength is how it ties in with the company’s wider tools – but that may also be its downfall.
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Norton 360 for Mac review: How well does Norton protect your Mac?
Norton 360 can protect your Mac from nasties, but we did encounter some problems.Latest How To articles about Security Software and Services
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How to find and block an AirTag that's detected near you
Here's how to find an AirTag and disable it if you've had a notification that an AirTag is detected near you.
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How to know if your Mac has been hacked
Macs are generally secure from hackers, but Macs have been exploited. Here's how to tell if your Mac's been hacked and what to do.
How-To
What to do if you think your Mac has a virus
Here's what to do if you need to get rid of a Mac virus, check for and remove malware, and tips to avoid being infected.
Mac 911
Don't buy locked Apple hardware when shopping for used gear
Apple provides security locks for all its devices and items. Beware buying hardware that hasn’t been unlocked.
Mac 911
How to share passwords with Apple's Shared Groups
You can securely share passwords among groups you create.
How-To
How to use a VPN on Apple TV
Check out new content from different regions with a VPN on your Apple TV.
How-To
How to protect your Mac from malware and theft
While virus outbreaks on Macs are very rare you could still be targeted. Here's what you should do to stay safe.
How-To
How to factory reset a MacBook or Mac: Reset a Mac to factory settings
Need to erase your MacBook? Want to wipe a Mac and reinstall macOS before selling? Here's how to erase a Mac – including the methods for new and old Macs.Latest News about Security Software and Services
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Scary iCloud flaw revealed
Bypass allowed apps to access sensitive data without notifying the user.
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Your iPhone isn’t as secure as you think (but it can be)
You might think your iPhone is an impenetrable fortress, but security threats are everywhere.
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Do Macs need antivirus software?
Wondering if you need antivirus for Mac? Macs do get viruses, despite protections in macOS, so it's wise to extend the protection.
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Save more than 70% on our favorite VPN with NordVPN’s Black Friday sale
Get everything you need with the best pricing of the year.
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There's a new XProtect security update—here's how to make sure your Mac has it
There's a new version of the XProtect antivirus utility. Here's how to make sure you've got it on your Mac.
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Get 28 months of Surfshark VPN for less than $60/£50 in this early Black Friday sale
Save nearly 90% on the regular price of this VPN and unlock regional content and enjoy better privacy and security online.
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Secure Exclave makes its way to the iPhone 16
Security feature introduced with the M4 iPad Pro looks to be a standard in Apple products.
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