Antivirus software is critical and should be installed on your notebook, phone, and any other susceptible devices you may have.
As you are undoubtedly aware, modern security applications provide a barrier against viruses and other dangers to your data, including ransomware. The last thing you want is for all of your papers to be secured and inaccessible.
Cybercriminals, on the other hand, have advanced and realized that you – the individual – are the simpler target. When you register in without realizing it’s not the real thing, you’re much more likely to fall for a fake website and offer them your login information.
Worse, you might give out your financial information. It’s simple to do with the persuasive emails and text texts that are becoming more prevalent.
The good news is that the best antivirus software shields you from these threats as well: it will alert you of dangerous links in text messages and emails, as well as suspect results in online searches.
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Finally, the best packages include extras like a password organizer, and a VPN, and may even notify you if your confidential information is ever released online so you can change passwords and other security information.
You may be considering obtaining free antivirus software, which is a possibility. Just keep in mind that it is more fundamental and may not provide all of the above-mentioned safeguards.
For example, you won’t find free security software that includes a functional VPN service, and free applications tend to nag you into upgrading to get all of the features. Their malware security, on the other hand, is just as effective.
We’ve compiled a list of the top antivirus options for students below, but you can also read our antivirus software reviews for more information on a specific program.
Avast One Essential
From: Avast
Now: Free
With an easy-to-use UI, support for Android, iPhone, Windows, and macOS, and a plethora of features, Avast One Essential is the best option for any learner.
There’s antivirus, of course, but you also get 5GB per week to use the VPN service, safety from email scams, and a password scanner to help you update any stolen credentials.
AVG Free Antivirus
From: AVG
Now: Free
AVG’s free antivirus is its most basic option, and, as with others here, you can improve your security by upgrading to the paid-for Premium edition.
However, the free version includes phishing protection (in an online browser) as well as malware and virus protection.
It is compatible with Windows, macOS, Android, iPhones, and iPads.
McAfee Total Protection – 2 Years, 5 Devices
From: McAfee
Was: £159.99 / $159.99
Now: £69.99 / $69.99 (£90 / $90 off)
McAfee’s current promotions enable you to get a discounted membership for one or two years, as well as for five or ten devices.
On the website, you can choose which package you want, but we’ve given the price for the two-year, five-device deal. The program is compatible with computers, phones, Macs, and any other supported device. If you choose the 10-device offer and use all of the licenses, you’ll spend just £3.99 / $3.99 per device for each year of the two-year contract.
Typically, only the first year is discounted, and there is no choice but to extend the deal for another year.
Norton 360 Deluxe – 1 Year, 5 Devices
From: Norton
Was: £84.99 / $104.99
Now: £29.99 / $49.99 (£55 / $55 off)
Norton is one of our top antiviral choices, so it’s great news that the first year is only £29.99/$49.99, saving you £55/$55.
After that, the subscription fee is £84.99/$104.99 per year.
Alternatively, you could sign up for a two-year subscription (also available on the same website) and get two years for £89.99/$89.99 (£44.99/$44.99 a year), which sounds like a worse bargain, but keep in mind you’re receiving a discount on both years, not just the first, so it’s cheaper overall.
Avira Free Security
From: Avira
Now: Free
Avira’s free package includes antivirus software and a rudimentary VPN service with a monthly data cap of 500MB.
It also includes a secure password creator, an energy saver, and Windows speed-up utilities. However, it is also accessible for Macintosh, iPhones, and Android devices.
There will be a lot of pestering to update, but it will not cost you anything.
