Mcafee Antivirus is a security package that comes with a VPN as well as a password manager and a file shredder. Its antivirus software was able to perform well in independent testing however it was not one of the top performers for certain categories, such as blocking all threats and preventing false positives. It is a good value option because it has a lot of other features.

Its Safe Browsing feature for instance utilizes an algorithm that uses color codes to show the safety of a link or risky. If a website is not identified as unsafe and warn against clicking on it. McAfee’s shredder is a useful feature that safely destroys files based on the degree of security chosen. The default settings will delete all trash and temporary Internet files However, you can change the folders that you wish to be destroyed.

McAfee analyzes your online activities to identify patterns. It will notify you when it visit their website detects patterns that indicate that you’re in danger of being attacked with ransomware and create protected copies. The company also inspects your computer for suspicious processes, making sure that they aren’t running in the background and collecting data that could be used to attack you.

McAfee Total Protection has an in-app help section that helps you with most problems. However, you’ll be directed to the site if you would like to speak with a customer service representative who will require you to fill in an application with personal information like your name, number along with your email address and the description of the issue.