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Total Security - 5 Devices | 2 year Subscription | PC/Mac | Activation Code by email
Purchase options and add-ons
- Speed-optimized, cross-platform protection for Windows, Mac OS, iOS and Android
- NEW: Microphone Monitor – know when apps have access; Anti-tracker – keep browsing data private, view and manage which sites can collect your data
- IMPROVED: Parental Controls – filter content, limit screen time, and track location; Safe Online Banking – a unique, dedicated browser secures your transactions; Advanced Threat Defense – uses smart behavioral detection to monitor apps in real-time; Wi-Fi Security Advisor – access the security of your Wi-Fi network and router from anywhere
- Also includes: Real-Time Data Protection, Network Threat Prevention, Multi-Layer Ransomware Protection, Social Network Protection, Webcam Protection, Game/Movie/Work Modes, Anti-Phishing, Anti-Fraud, Anti-Spam, Rescue Mode, Bitdefender VPN (200 MB/day), File Encryption, Password Manager, File Shredder, Vulnerability Assessment, Security Autopilot, and much more
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- Date First Available : May 8, 2018
- Manufacturer : Bitdefender
- ASIN : B07CXZZWFF
- Best Sellers Rank: #536 in Software (See Top 100 in Software)
- #80 in Antivirus
- #110 in Internet Security Suites
- #198 in Mac Software
- Customer Reviews:
Product Description
Absolute multi-platform security
- Complete protection for Windows, Mac OS, iOS and Android
- Unbeatable malware detection
- Better privacy with Webcam Protection - NEW
- Multi-layer ransomware protection to keep your files safe
- Optimized speed and cross-platform performance
- No unauthorized applications can access your webcam
- Secure online transactions, anti-theft & anti-loss tools
Security for multiple devices. One account to protect what matters.
One product to protect all your devices, across platforms. Bitdefender Total Security 2018 keeps your Windows, Mac OS, iOS and Android devices safe, with no compromise on performance and battery life.
System Requirements:
- Supported OS: Windows 10 10.12 Sierra
- Processor Format: 32 bit
- RAM: 1 GB
- Hard Disk: 1.5 GB free space
- Additional Requirements: Software requirements Internet Explorer version 10 or higher Integrates with: Google Chrome version 34 and higher Mozilla Firefox version 30 and higher Thunderbird version 14 and higher Outlook 2007, 2010, 2013 Recommended Processor: Intel CORE 2 Duo (2 GHz) or equivalent processor
From the manufacturer
Trust Bitdefender to Protect You
Powered by its depth of security expertise and rapid pace of research and development, Bitdefender’s long-standing mission is to deliver transformative security technologies to the world’s users and organizations. We are innovators, creating breakthrough technology that radically improves our customer’s experience with security.
Don't Be a Victim of Cyber Attacks
Protect and Defend Yourself with Bitdefender
Cyber-threats are lurking all around the internet, and as our lives become more intertwined with technology, the possibility of becoming a victim of a cyber attack grows.
With Bitdefender, you can rest assured that you have the latest and greatest protection from both common and uncommon forms of attack such as: malware, ransomware, phishing, spyware, malicious unwanted programs spam, fraud, Wi-Fi sniffing, insecure online shopping, DDoS attacks, botnet attacks, spoofing, and so much more.
Rated Best Malware Removal by PC Mag
“Bitdefender’s security goes way beyond malware protection basics, and it does the job with a minimum of bother for you, the user.” - PC Mag, December 2022
Top Marks from TechRadar
"You may be more familiar with names such as Norton, McAfee, and AVG – but Bitdefender has been the overall best antivirus available for a few years now." - TechRadar, February 2023
PC Mag's Readers' Pick...Again!
“Bitdefender, a frequent favorite among PCMag readers, receives very high satisfaction ratings from our respondents on several measures, helping it return to the top of the charts this year.” - PC Mag, January 2023
Modern UI, Light on Resources
“...peak performance and extraordinary overall protection of consumer users...” - AV-TEST GmbH, December 2022
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ProtectionBitdefender's unbeatable multi-layered protection keeps your devices safe from all new and existing threats. Features include:
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Windows Protection | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Automatic Updates | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
VPN (200 MB Daily) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Parental Controls | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Mac, iOS, and Android Protection | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Speeds Up Devices with One Click Optimizer | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Effective Anti-theft and Anti-loss tools | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Protects up to 15 devices per household | ✓ |
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Customers like the value of the downloadable software. They say it's a great antivirus for the value. They are also satisfied with the protection. However, some complain about the pop-ups. Opinions are mixed on performance, ease of installation, and speed.
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Customers are satisfied with the protection provided by the downloadable software. They say that it has been protecting their system as advertised, provides also malware and ransomware protection, and is the best for computer security. They also mention that it works very well, doesn't slow down their computers, and has a rich feature set. Some say that the antivirus seems to be working ok, but the issue is the VPN.
"...Never had any single infestation or issue of any kind. Better yet, it doesn't use up much resources. It's like not having anything running...." Read more
"Bitdefender Total Security is the best for computer security I've used...." Read more
"I have used Bit Defender for Several years and been very happy. No problems with virus, hack, etc to date...." Read more
"Good antivirus but anti malware would not work with my Malawarebytes, so I gave it to my sister, who seems to like it so far.," Read more
Customers generally like the value of the downloadable software. They mention that it's a great antivirus for the value, and is well worth it, especially when there is a deal. Some customers also mention that the product has a good multi-year value.
"...Super Easy to use and works fast. Great value." Read more
"All good with these folks, working good and really priced right!..." Read more
"Too expensive, the price went from $20 to $44. Not worth to pay for this" Read more
"...Worth the Money!" Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the downloadable software. Some mention that it works very well, while others say that it never works, and sometimes does not detect anything at all.
"...Better yet, it doesn't use up much resources. It's like not having anything running. I highly recommend Bitdefender!" Read more
"...Super Easy to use and works fast. Great value." Read more
"...Sometimes it doesn't detect anything at all!..." Read more
"...One of the best things is the low load on your computer resources. It runs in the background and you don't realize it's even there...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of installation of the downloadable software. Some mention that it has a rich feature set, is easy to install and use, and is easy and simple to understand for an antivirus. Others say that the installation takes patience, it is not user friendly, and has constant pop-ups. Some complain that the pop- ups are annoying and do not provide any useful information.
"...gift to someone not so savvy with computers because there's not really any setup unless you want to micromanage things, so it is easy for non..." Read more
"...Super Easy to use and works fast. Great value." Read more
"...the included instructions and caused myself problems where it wouldn’t install and advised me to uninstall...." Read more
"great product easy to use" Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the product. Some mention it's super fast, easy to install, and has no noticeable effect on speed or performance. However, others say it slows their machine down, takes forever to load, and the scans seem slower than Windows Defender. The connection is so slow, it takes 5 to 6 hours to be able to use the product, and it takes so long to open their machine.
"..."pop ups" when you have security issues and the manual scanning tool scans your computer quickly to find any issues...." Read more
"...I also felt like the app was slowing me down, but it was probably just my paranoia.The PC app is not intrusive...." Read more
"...No noticeable affect on speed or performance. Also happy to be getting rid of Kaspersky's intermittent disconnects from my own network...." Read more
"...Bitdefender is worse. It takes so long to open my machine in the morning that I am on the verge of abandoning it...." Read more
Customers are not happy with the pop-ups that come with the downloadable software. They say that they are not user friendly, they have to close the popups to get to the controls of the VPN, and there are too many ads.
"I was having problems with Mcafee, pop ups, an outrageous renewal fee . I contacted Bitdefender and they solved the situation immediately." Read more
"...but I don’t know if I’ll be getting this again due to the constant annoying pop ups on the bottom right hand of the screen...." Read more
"It's a very good product, but the constant pop-ups were annoying, so I was able to turn them off...." Read more
"...It's okay but I will be going back to AVG. It has too many pop-ups and they become distracting. With AVG I can control the pop-ups...." Read more
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VPN helps protect your computer from intruders on the internet. It helps you surf undetected, sort of, if that helps explain. The feature is fairly premium and usually you're paying extra for it. So, I was happy about that.
You get several downloads and also for mobile. I took it off my mobile because I don't feel that I need antivirus on my phone. I also felt like the app was slowing me down, but it was probably just my paranoia.
The PC app is not intrusive. Unlike many, you don't get a lot of reminders or notifications. I actually don't get any. That is probably good! I also don't think it is slowing down my PC. So not having something to complain about when it comes to antivirus usually means it is good!
Comparing it to other antivirus I have used, the others send you nagging messages to run this, buy that. This does none of that.
I don't use it's web browser but I think it adequately stalks my surfing in my preferred browser, Chrome. Many legit web pages are blocked at times, so that frustrates me, but I can get around it by opening the app and whitelisting the pages. Whitelisting means to add the website name once so it is remembered by the app. You just open BitDefender, then look for the trusted websites, and Add a website name to that. Then every time you go to the website in the future, Bit won't block it.
I am happy with my purchase. I don't think I would like to pay full price for it. But as far as ones I have used, it is the best. I would get it again on sale and recommend to a friend. It also could be a good gift to someone not so savvy with computers because there's not really any setup unless you want to micromanage things, so it is easy for non computer geek people.
It appears that after purchasing it for 3+ years now it is IP/Geo-restricted
2021 COMPARISON - MY INITIAL REVIEW (below)
Before this check of current users, I had a basically favorable view of Bitdefender. Unlike half of the Amazon users, I HAD NO PROBLEMS DOWNLOADING, INSTALLING OR TRANSFERRING TO MULTIPLE COMPUTERS. (I'm assuming those people made a mistake that they missed)
BITDEFENDER FEATURES compared to my KASPERSKY, considering most technical reviewers have the two packages in a close tie for First place.
I'm comparing this Bitdefender 2021 TOTAL SECURITY to my (Home User) Kaspersky 2021
This BITDEFENDER TOTAL SECURITY is installed on my both of my computers, my Primary Desktop (self build windows - with several years of additional software installed) and my backup computer which is six months old and relatively clean of software: Lenovo Think Station SFF Half Tower Desktop (with 2 drives).
Both companies have three packages: AntiVirus, Internet or Total (with the most features)
Multiple Device Licenses cover Computer, Tablet, Phone, for both Windows and Apple.
Both Bitdefender and Kaspersky have an online Dashboard at their website that lists your Devices by their Computer Name.
BD (BITDEFENDER) also has a PDF User Guide that you can download. Kaspersky has an online User Guide.
COMPARING THE PACKAGES PRO and CON
* PRO * BITDEFENDER HAS ADDITIONAL FEATURES that Kaspersky does not have (NA for Kaspersky).
* PRO BITDEFENDER ONLY * COMPUTER VULNERABILITY SCAN = (Kaspersky NA)
BD has POTENTIAL VULNERABILITY SCAN AND FIX of your computer will fix any or all issues that you choose.
Fixes include Security Network settings and Operating System Updates. Several suggested security settings were made for my newer computer and I went ahead and had BD make the changes for me. It also downloaded and (approve) installed two critical windows updates.
* PRO BITDEFENDER ONLY * RESCUE ENVIRONMENT = (Kaspersky NA)
BD When we detect sophisticated threats, like rootkits, we reboot the computer in Rescue Mode for clean-up and restoration to keep your system safe.
* PRO BITDEFENDER ONLY * PROFILES to make system adjustments (Work,Movie,Game,Public Wi-Fi,Battery Mode) = (Kaspersky NA)
* PRO * WI-FI SECURITY ADVISOR (Bitdefender is more User Friendly)
* PRO * PUBLIC WI-FI PROFILE for additional security (Kaspersky also)
* PRO * SAFE PAY BROWSER (Kaspersky also)
This protected browser screen can be used for Banking, Credit Card, Financial, Taxes and Medical / Govt ID transactions. Most Antivirus or Firewall software also include their own Internet Browser.
Personally, I NEVER use my PHONE for Bank, Cards or Financial.
I already have a SEPARATE PASSWORD MANAGER and VPN PROVIDER for all of my computers and phone. Check the latest internet reviews of the computer technical websites for the last two years for this alternate software.
* ALTERNATE * BETTER PASSWORD Manager (examples) Bitwarden, Keeper, LastPass, Roboform, Dashlane -- Check the internet reviews for the BEST Password Managers. For me. it's better to buy a better and separate Password Manager, so you're not locked into an AntiVirus Internet package for life just for your old password list. THIS IS WHY I USE A SEPARATE PASSWORD MANAGER that is NOT part of my Antivirus Security package.
PASSWORD MANAGER (Kaspersky also)
Included, free Password Manager is limited to a small number of passwords
SEPARATE PURCHASE (BD and Kaspersky)
If you're sure you're staying with Bitdefender for life, then go ahead and use their Password Manager, especially if you're creating new, complex, strong (generated) passwords. The Import and export Bitdefender Wallet uses only the Bitdefender database format. Later on, you probably will NOT be able to transfer your Bitdefender Passwords to other Password Managers.
* ALTERNATE * BETTER VPN (examples) Nord VPN, Express VPN
VPN LIMITED DAILY MAXIMUM (Kaspersky also)
SEPARATE PURCHASE OF REGULAR UNLIMITED VPN (BD and Kaspersky)
Kaspersky Free Limited Daily VPN MAX OF 300 MB total (100 more than BD)
BD's Free Limited Daily VPN MAX OF 200 MB total runs out too fast.
SEPARATE VPN PROVIDER with unlimited use is better for me, as I save download online pages as PDF as CYA proof of all transactions. Any Daily Limit VPN like this would be used up immediately.
For PUBLIC WI-FI, I turn on my VPN for my phone or computer and VERIFY that the VPN IP address is now being used (like a Chicago or some other close location). Look for VPN website page "What is my IP Address?"
* PRO * RANSOMWARE PROTECTION (Kaspersky also) is a recent addition the last few years.
* PRO * RANSOMWARE PROTECTION (for both BUSINESS NETWORKS and HOME users) SEE TECHRADAR 2019 TEST ARTICLE = Bitdefender Ransomware Protection review
* ALTERNATE * RANSOMWARE (for HOME users) SETUP YOUR OWN BACKUP SYSTEM. For my home Windows computer, I've used STORAGECRAFT SHADOW PROTECT DESKTOP for several years. It will make a disk image of your entire drive that is hardware independent and can be restored to any other hardware computer, as long as the receiving hard drive is large enough. This complete restore includes your operating system, data and all other software installed. You just need an extra internal hard drive that is large enough. Storagecraft is for both home and business users.
* PRO * PARENTAL CONTROL (Kaspersky also)
* PRO * PHONE APP (Kaspersky also)
Bitdefender has some BAD reviews for their PHONE APP at Google Play Store for Android. Until now, I've been using Avast Free Antivirus just for my phone. Since my BD license for Total Security is 5 devices, I'm installing it on my phone.
* CON * REMOTE LOCATE - ONLY WORKS IF THE LAPTOP OR COMPUTER IS WI-FI CONNECTED TO THE INTERNET.
If your computer is hard-wired to the internet or is using a VPN, the IP Address is WORTHLESS in locating your computer.
Your computer's IP address from your internet service provider is a temporary IP each time you logon. Your IP address is supplied from a pool of internet addresses for general public customers. The only permanent, fixed IP addresses are special paid for businesses.
When I tested BD's REMOTE LOCATE for my IP, it showed my hard-wired computer as FIVE MILES AWAY from my location ... and when I turned on my computer's VPN (to use the VPN's IP instead) then BD said my computer was located 400 MILES AWAY in ANOTHER STATE.
** FOR AMAZON PURCHASE
TURN OFF Bitdefender AUTO-RENEWAL BEFORE you enter YOUR NEW PURCHASED AMAZON activation code
Bitdefender AUTO RENEWAL is at Bitdefender's Price with your payment going to some Bitdefender Third Party website)
Bitdefender SUPPORT HELP (search) Bitdefender SUBSCRIPTION AUTO-RENEWAL TURN ON OFF
TURN OFF AUTO-RENEWAL (steps below)
Go to BITDEFENDER CENTRAL WEBSITE
Go to MY SUBSCRIPTIONS on the sidebar menu
MY PAYMENTS / VIEW DETAILS button next to the subscription
Click on MANAGE your subscription renewal options To stop the automatic renewal
Choose CANCEL SUBSCRIPTION
** RENEW BITDEFENDER at AMAZON'S PRICE
(1) BUY BITDEFENDER SUBSCRIPTION on AMAZON = BITDEFENDER ACTIVATION CODE BY EMAIL
(2) Go to AMAZON'S ORDER EMAIL = Your Amazon.com order of Bitdefender
ORDER DETAILS = Activation Code: XXX
Activation Code: XXX is what you would KEYIN UPDATE on BITDEFENDER CENTRAL website
HOW TO REDEEM THIS ITEM = This has all of the steps to follow at Bitdefender Central website
(3) Go to BITDEFENDER CENTRAL WEBSITE
MY SUBSCRIPTIONS / upper right part of the window = CLICK ACTIVATE WITH CODE
IF THIS IS BEFORE the EXPIRATION of your current Bitdefender = Select EXTEND CURRENT SUBSCRIPTION
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** FYI AFTER INSTALL **
RIGHT CLICK on any file(s) or folder(s) shows Bitdefender actions for Scan (or) File Shredder
DASHBOARD (TOP ROW) = AUTO PILOT Suggestions (Click to check further)
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** CHANGES TO MAKE AFTER INSTALL **
PROTECTION / RANSOMWARE REMEDIATION = TURN ON
VPN = Don't Turn On or Install if you ALREADY HAVE A SEPARATE ONE on your computer = PRIVACY / VPN
PASSWORD MANAGER = Don't Turn On or Install if you ALREADY HAVE A SEPARATE ONE on your computer = PRIVACY / PASSWORD MANAGER
PASSWORD WALLET (for Password Manager) = Don't install as Browser extension --- if you are NOT using BD's Password Manager and are already using another separate Password Manager
OPTIONAL = COMPLAINTS BY USERS for ANTI-TRACKER = Don't install as Browser extension = PRIVACY / ANTI-TRACKER Turn Off
OPTIONAL = SCHEDULE SCANS = PROTECTION / AntiVirus / Scans / Manage Scans = schedule WEEKLY Full Scan, etc
UTILITIES = PROFILES DEFAULT = LEAVE TURNED OFF
OPTIONAL = SETTINGS / GENERAL = SECURITY WIDGET = DEFAULT TURNED OFF
OPTIONAL = SETTINGS / GENERAL = SPECIAL OFFER notifications MAY BE TURNED OFF or LEFT ON
OPTIONAL = SETTINGS / GENERAL = RECOMMENDATION notifications = DEFAULT TURNED ON
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** PERSONALLY FOR MYSELF **
SKIP UTILITIES = ONE CLICK OPTIMIZER (SKIP IGNORE) = PERSONALLY, I WOULD NOT USE THE COMPUTER OPTIMIZER
SKIP UTILITIES = PROFILES (TEST these out or LEAVE TURNED OFF)
If you decide to not use Profiles, a default profile called Standard is enabled and it brings no optimization to your system.
PROFILES for Bitdefender:
Work, Movie, Game, Public Wi-Fi, Battery Mode
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* FYI * SCAN DEFAULT ACTION = PROTECTION / AntiVirus / Advanced / Threat Actions = TAKE PROPER ACTION
WHERE Infected Files are Disinfected / then Quarantined
WHERE Suspicious files are Quarantined
WHERE Malicious files are Deleted
** OR INSTEAD of Take Proper Action, you can select either Move to Quarantine (or) Deny Access
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* FYI * PROTECTION / VULNERABILITY scan of your computer
Scanning your system for vulnerabilities requires an active internet connection.
Operating System Security
Critical Windows updates
Weak Windows accounts
Browser Security
Application updates
Network and Credentials
Wi-Fi networks and routers
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