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
Best Picks
Best iPad VPN 2024
Unblock video, websites & reclaim your privacy online with a VPN for your iPad.
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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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ProtonVPN review: Easy to understand, fast, and full of features
Proton VPN might just be the new gold standard for VPNs, but it’s not without a couple of minor inconveniences.
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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
Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac review
Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac offers a handy, customizable user interface and good features, but how good is it at removing malware?
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ESET Home Security Premium Review
While ESET Home Security Premium completes its primary task of antiviral and malware prevention, several bugs need to be fixed.
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ExpressVPN review
Despite a fairly basic Mac app, ExpressVPN is fast, privacy-focused, and easy to use – making it easy to recommend.
Best Picks
Best VPN for iPhone: Unlock content with these recommended services
Looking for the best VPN for iPhone? These recommended services provide privacy, security, and unblock content around the world.Latest How To articles about Security Software and Services
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.
How-To
How to watch BBC iPlayer in the U.S.
BBC iPlayer is free to TV license holders inside the U.K. If you are going to be away from home, or if you aren't based in the U.K. here's how to stream BBC shows.
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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.
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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.
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.
Mac 911
How to find out what devices are logged into your iCloud account
Feeling paranoid, justifiably or not? See a list of all devices associated with your iCloud account.
How-To
How to reset an Apple ID if you forgot the password
Follow these tips if you have forgotten the password for your Apple ID and need to reset it or recover it.Latest News about Security Software and Services
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How secure is a Mac and are Macs really more secure than Windows?
Macs are safer than PCs, but how much more secure are Macs, and what should you do to protect yourself? We run all the ways Apple keeps you safe.
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Attention iPhone users: A new SMS attack could steal your Apple ID credentials
Hackers pose as Apple services requesting iCloud login.
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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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It's finally happening: A standalone Apple Passwords app is coming
Apple will finally break passwords out of Settings and carry it over to other platforms.
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Apple Wi-Fi network vulnerability could leak your location in real-time
Researchers find Apple's Wi-Fi Positioning System 'represents a really serious privacy vulnerability.' Here's what's happening how to make sure your network can't be discovered.
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It's World Password Day! These tips will make your passwords stronger
You know you need a strong and secure password. We help you create one and advise on the tools built into your device that can help.
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That scary Safari malware that infected your Mac? There might be a very simple fix
It might just be a scary-looking notification.
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