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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Intego VirusBarrier Scanner review
Intego's free VirusBarrier Scanner is free, works well and meets almost all of your needs, what's not to like?
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Best Mac Antivirus Software
These are the Mac antivirus programs and security suites rigorously tested and trusted by Macworld experts to protect your Apple computer from viruses and malware.
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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.
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Surfshark VPN review
Surfshark is a great VPN option for families with a huge number of devices that want to stay safe online.
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Malwarebytes Free Antivirus Review
Malwarebytes’ free edition is good at removing pesky malware, but bugs, tie-ins to paid services, crashes, and lack of an external volume scan don’t help.
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Mullvad review: A VPN that’s all about privacy
Mullvad might be one of the best VPNs around, but it just needs some more servers.
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FastestVPN review: A good choice for VPN newbies
FastestVPN has seen a significant improvement to its feature set since our last review, and now rivals the biggest players.
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.Latest How To articles about Security Software and Services
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10 security settings you need to protect your Mac from malware
While virus outbreaks on Macs are very rare you could still be targeted. Here's what you should do to stay safe.
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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.
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How to delete spam calendar events on iPhone
Here's how to stop your iPhone Calendar being over run by fake appointments and how to remove iPhone Calendar spam.
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How to hack a forgotten iPhone passcode
Forgotten your iPad or iPhone's passcode? Don't panic. Here's how to bypass the code and 'hack' your way in.
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Think your iPhone has a virus? Here's how to scan an iPhone for malware and stay safe
iPhones don't get viruses… except when they do. It probably won't happen to you but this is how you'll know if it has and what to do.
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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.
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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.
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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.Latest News about Security Software and Services
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Mac security researchers expose two new exploits
You're probably not at risk, but they're a good reminder to keep up with best practices for staying safe.
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Apple removes protection from U.K. iPhones following backdoor demand
The tool will no longer be available to U.K. users after the government issues a rule demanding access to iCloud data.
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Complete list of Mac viruses, malware and trojans
Wondering if it's true that Macs are safe from viruses? Here are some of the recent malware attacks and security threats that Mac users have suffered.
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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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Hackers are using AI to attack your Mac and it's only going to get worse
Malwarebytes' annual report finds that malware attacks are becoming more sophisticated, thanks to AI.
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Why your VPN isn't as secure as you think
To use a VPN securely, you need one specific feature.
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SLAP and FLOP browser vulnerabilities threaten nearly every Apple device since 2021
Apple says there's no immediate risk and it is working on a fix.
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