How to Activate Mcafee Antivirus in Windows 10
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Award-winning Antivirus
Protect your computer and personal information from hackers and criminals
Identity Protection Service†
Identity Protection Service†
Monitor up to 10 email addresses and get expanded monitoring with auto-renewal turned on.
Home Network Security
Home Network Security
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Security Experts and Support
Security Experts and Support
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Password Manager†
Password Manager†
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Safe Web Browsing
Safe Web Browsing
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McAfee® Shredder™
McAfee® Shredder™
Delete sensitive files completely to ensure no traces are left behind
Performance Optimization
Performance Optimization
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AntiVirus Plus
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Up to 10 Devices / 1-Year Subscription
*First year price. See offer details.
Introductory Pricing for New Customers
Multi-device Compatibility
Multi-device Compatibility
Protect up to 10 of your compatible Windows, Mac OS, iOS and Android devices
Individual/Couples
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5 Devices / 1-Year Subscription
*First year price. See offer details.
Introductory Pricing for New Customers
Multi-device Compatibility
Multi-device Compatibility
Protect up to 5 of your compatible Windows, Mac OS, iOS and Android devices
| Secure VPN** | 5 licenses included (must be enrolled in auto-renewal) |
| Secure VPN** | 5 licenses included (must be enrolled in auto-renewal) |
Available when you're enrolled in auto-renewal, keep your personal information and online habits private with our bank-grade encryption
Ultimate
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Unlimited Devices / 1-Year Subscription
*First year price. See offer details.
Introductory Pricing for New Customers
Multi-device Compatibility
Multi-device Compatibility
Protect all of your compatible Windows, Mac OS, iOS and Android devices
| Secure VPN | 5 licenses included (auto-renewal not required) |
| Secure VPN | 5 licenses included (must be enrolled in auto-renewal) |
Available when you're enrolled in auto-renewal, keep your personal information and online habits private with our bank-grade encryption
Safe Family
Safe Family
Protect the entire household using a single subscription; get peace of mind knowing your kids are protected online
| | Identity Theft Insurance |
| | Identity Theft Insurance |
Gain access to identity theft insurance and limited power-of-attorney restoration services on top of identity monitoring, for all-round peace-of-mind.
Family
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10 Devices / 1-Year Subscription
*First year price. See offer details.
Introductory Pricing for New Customers
Multi-device Compatibility
Multi-device Compatibility
Protect up to 10 of your compatible Windows, Mac OS, iOS and Android devices
| Secure VPN** | 5 licenses included (must be enrolled in auto-renewal) |
| Secure VPN** | 5 licenses included (must be enrolled in auto-renewal) |
Available when you're enrolled in auto-renewal, keep your personal information and online habits private with our bank-grade encryption
Safe Family
Safe Family
Protect the entire household using a single subscription; get peace of mind knowing your kids are protected online
*First year price. See offer details below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Click on "Download my free trial" to get McAfee Total Protection free for 30 days. A credit card is required for the free trial. Unless you cancel more than 7 days before the end of your free trial, you will be charged the introductory price for your first year. We will email you in advance to remind you before you are charged. After that you will be charged the renewal price of your subscription annually, until you cancel.
The free antivirus software trial offers all the features of McAfee Total Protection , such as antivirus, web protection, password manager and identity protection.
McAfee's Virus Protection Pledge that includes our 100% Guarantee: Viruses removed or your money back, available with auto-renewal.* For more information, see here .
The free antivirus trial has the same software features as the premium McAfee Total Protection package, so you can enjoy full access to features like web protection, password manager, identity theft protection and more.
The free trial lasts for 30 days. Just download the free antivirus trial in three steps. Credit card required.
McAfee Total Protection is compatible with laptops, desktops, tablets and mobile devices. This free antivirus trial allows you to protect up to 10 devices.
Your credit card will automatically be charged the 1-year introductory subscription price 7 days prior to the end of your free trial.
You must cancel your subscription or change your auto-renewal settings 7 days prior to when your free trial ends to not be charged. At that time, you will be notified by email of your subscription purchase.
Your free antivirus trial is good for 30 days. We'll add any remaining days left on your trial to your subscription if you decide to continue with your subscription purchase.
McAfee Total Protection is compatible with laptops, desktops, tablets and mobile devices. You can find operating system compatibility on ourSystem Requirements page.
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How to Activate Mcafee Antivirus in Windows 10
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