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 2025: Security suites compared
Here are 15 of the best antivirus software packages and security suites for protecting your Mac from viruses and malware, reviewed by our experts.
Reviews
TotalAV Antivirus Pro review: a bit of a mess
TotalAV Antivirus Pro is a jack-of-all-trades security suite with costly add-ons in almost every category you can think of.
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.
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Best VPN for Mac 2025
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.
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.
Reviews
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.
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.Latest How To articles about Security Software and Services
How-To
How to download YouTube videos on a Mac
We explain how to download YouTube for free on a Mac, with YouTube Premium, or using a YouTube downloader app.
How-To
How to use a VPN on a Mac
Want to view content not available in your country and prevent tracking as you browse the web? Here's how to set up a VPN on your Mac.
How-To
Mac Virus Scan: How to protect your Mac from malware
Worried about security on your Mac? Our guide explains how to run a Mac virus scan and protect your device from potential viruses and malware.
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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.Latest News about Security Software and Services
News
Researcher finds a vulnerability in the iPhone USB-C controller
But don't worry—the attack is so complicated that Apple doesn't think it's an issue.
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CleanMyMac offers virus removal, but is it any good?
CleanMyMac already does a lot to optimise your Mac, but can you rely on it to seek out and remove viruses too?
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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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