Security & VPN

SpamSieve

• Trial version

Powerful spam filtering for Mac

TrueCrypt

• Free

TrueCrypt: Free Disk Encryption Software

LittleSecrets

• Trial version

LittleSecrets: The Encrypted Notepad

LastPass for Mac

• Free

LastPass is an award-winning password manager, which saves your passwords and grants you secure access to them from every computer you use. With LastPass, you only need to remember one password: your LastPass master password. LastPass will fill in your login details for you and sync your passwords everywhere you need them; across all of your devices. Key Features Include: Save and auto-fill usernames and passwords for all of your online accounts. Sync all of your passwords and logins across all of your computers and devices. Use form fill profiles to streamline online shopping. Create secure notes to store your financial details, memberships, credit cards and other personal, sensitive data. Search for usernames and sites from your vault. Multi-factor authentication enabled, in case you need to lock down your LastPass account. Organize sites by folders. The benefit of using a password manger like LastPass is, the application will generate all the passwords that you will ever need. These in turn, are auto-filled, so that you need never worry about forgetting your login details ever again.

ESET Cyber Security

• Trial version

ESET Cyber Security brings a fresh approach to integrated computer security. The ThreatSense scanning engine utilizes both speed and precision to ensure your computer remains in a safe state. The application is constantly alerted to attacks and the danger of malicious software against your system. ESET Cyber Security is a total security suite that is designed to combine maximum protection against minimal system resources. ESET Cyber Security is capable of proactively removing any traces of infiltration by viruses, worms, trojan horses, spyware, adware, rootkits and other attacks. KEY FEATURES INCLUDE: Antivirus, Antispyware & Anti-Phishing. Cloud Powered Scanning. Removable Media Control. Social Media Scanner. System requirements:Intel OS X 10.6 or later.

ClamXav

• Free

If you own a Mac, you're far less likely to have a virus scanner than a Windows user. For many years, Mac users have relied on the fact that Macs just weren't that widespread, and that meant most malicious attacks were targeted at Windows. Times are changing, and ClamXav is one of many antivirus programs aimed specifically at Mac users. It's free, and it's built around ClamAV, so it has the support of a well established open source community. ClamXav is designed to be lightweight and non-intrusive. Users can quickly quarantine or trash a file with a click, and the Sentry service acts as a constant disk monitor without dragging performance down. All in all, ClamXav is ideal for Mac users who want simple protection and minimum fuss. Other benefits include: Scheduled updates and definition downloads, making it less likely that your work will be interrupted. A list of favourite scan locations. An easy-to-edit exclusions database that's easy for a novice to get to grips with. Scanning of all files or a small sub-section. While viruses aren't yet a pressing problem for Mac users, one malicious attack could wipe your data for good. Don't leave it to chance.

Data Backup

• Trial version

Effortlessly make backup copies

File Lock

• Trial version

Free file protection for Mac

AVG Anti-Virus for Mac

• Free

AVG AntiVirus for Mac is a top contender for best AntiVirus for the Mac platform. The application is powerful, has stacks of features, and has a friendly interface. AVG AntiVirus for Mac helps keep your Mac free of viruses and running smoothly. It has an simple, intuitive interface and lets you manage your security settings as you see fit. AVG AntiVirus for Mac gives you a number of different scanning options; you can either complete a full scan of your computer, or you can select a file or files to scan independently. There are also numerous options that allow you to customize your scanning further to include Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) scans. The application also gives you Real-time Protection that can detects and eliminate new threats in real time. AVG AntiVirus for Mac also comes complete with Resident Shield technology, which enables the app to run quietly and scan files in the background. The application scans not only for Mac malware, but also threats that may be transferred to Windows and Android devices. Overall, AVG AntiVirus for Mac is a good tool for protecting your computer against a large array of external threats. The file scan option lets you choose exactly what you want to scan, and Real-time Protection safeguards against new threats. The downside is that scanning time can be extensive and although the interface is easy to navigate, more experienced user may find it lacking somewhat.

AVG Cleaner for Mac

• Free

AVG Cleaner for Mac has been specifically designed to remove any unwanted data that has accumulated on your Mac. AVG Cleaner lets you quickly clear out unnecessary clutter to free up disk space and clear your Mac's memory. AVG Cleaner for Mac has a fresh looking app style interface and has been redesigned to be cleaner, simpler and easier to use. With AVG Cleaner for Mac you can now scan with just one click and easily locate what's taking up disk space, and quickly preview any duplicate files. Key features include: Easy to use interface. Find forgotten duplicates. Clean up hidden clutter. Manage all your devices from one place. AVG Cleaner for Mac allows you to scan for hidden clutter. You can quickly find any hidden items that you might have accumulated and clean it up with just one click. With AVG Cleaner for Mac you can scan for browsers, applications, iPhoto libraries, and video caches. Log files, downloaded file history, uninstall leftovers, and trash contents are also covered. AVG Cleaner for Mac also lets you search for any forgotten duplicates that are on your system, such as; pictures, music, videos, and documents. As well as cleaning up clutter and locating duplicate files you can also manage all your devices from one place. The application now connects with the new AVG Zen™ network, which gives you a remote overview of your Mac and other devices’ performance. Overall, AVG Cleaner for Mac is a powerful tool that is relatively lightweight. It has a clean and crisp looking user interface and is excellent at locating duplicate files and removing clutter.

Norton Security Premium for Mac

• Trial version

Norton Security Premium for Mac is a great piece of software to protect your Mac against a range of cyberthreats. It provides cover for up to 10 devices, so you can protect yourself and the people you care about, with benefits for the whole family. The Premium subscription also includes 25 GB of cloud storage and automatic file backup, and everything can be managed from one central, easy to use web portal. With 100% Mac malware protection, Norton Security Premium for Mac provides protection you can rely on. It detects and protects against online threats, has an incredibly low impact on performance, and even provides 24/7 customer support. It gives you more than antivirus, with some great features including password manager, personal firewall, ransomware protection, email and USB device scanning, gamer mode, and more. Key features include: Ransomware, phishing and virus protection. Protect up to 10 devices. Personal firewall. Email and device scanning. Password manager. Mobile device protection. 100% malware detection. Incredibly low impact on performance. Parental controls. Safe browser. Device rescue. Safe banking. Silent/gamer mode. Automatic file backup. 25 GB cloud storage. 24/7 customer support. Norton Security Premium for Mac keeps your devices protected when it matters most. It automatically scans emails and USB devices to find and protect against malware, and scans your entire system to find and protect potential vulnerabilities, so hackers can't find your personal information. It even includes a password manager and banking tools to protect your usernames, passwords and financial information. With silent/gamer mode, Norton Security Premium for Mac minimises the system impact and distractions while you watch videos online or play games, while keeping you protected. When you're using the internet, the safe browser feature blocks access to harmful websites and masks your online activity from spyware, adware, and cookies, etc. Overall, Norton Security Premium for Mac is a superb security software solution for you and your family. It protects up to 10 devices, including mobile devices and Windows PCs, and comes with some great features for the whole family. With 100% malware detection for Mac, it provides security you can rely on. With a full 30-day free trial and 24/7 customer support, download Norton Security Premium for Mac and get protected today. Find Norton Security Premium for Windows here.

Avast SecureLine VPN

• Trial version

Comprehensive Review of Avast SecureLine VPN

SecuritySpy

• Trial version

Video surveillance with your webcam

Cisdem AppCrypt

• Trial version

Cisdem AppCrypt is designed to protect any app on your Mac. It works by simply setting a password and adding the apps to a lock list, which no one can access without the correct password. Cisdem AppCrypt has a stack of security laden features, but one worth noting is the failed security attempt tracking system. It keeps track of any unauthorized access attempts on your Mac. The app tracks failed attempts and provides data on the date, time, and attempted operation. It even takes a snapshot with the front camera! Key Features Include: Cisdem AppCrypt does not modify anything in your system settings or other apps. Operates as a background process and does not use any CPU load while idle. You select which apps get blocked and if you decide to remove the password from that application, simply delete the application from the lock list. Intelligently terminate non running apps when display is set to sleep. Automatically set passwords to crucial system applications such as Activity Monitor, System Preferences, Console and Terminal. Easy-to-use interface. Cisdem AppCrypt can also be configured to operate only at specific times and with specific apps. This is really helpful for users with children, as they can set specific time periods and apps for their children to access. The settings can even be altered so that Mac OS bundled apps, such as Contacts, Safari, and Mail, can be blocked with a single password. System Requirements: Intel processor. Mac OS X 10.7 or Later. 512 MB physical RAM or more.

iToolab UnlockGo Android

• Trial version

iToolab UnlockGo Android Review

Hidden

• Paid

Discreet utility to find your stolen Mac

Dashlane

• Trial version

Dashlane for Mac is an ultra secure, free password manager. You can automatically import your passwords from Chrome or any other web browser into your secure password vault. With Dashlane for Mac you can save any missing passwords as you browse and the application allows you to make a new password right within your browser. You even get automatic alerts when websites get breached! Key Features include: Receive security alerts that are sent straight to your device when any of your accounts may be compromised. You can generate strong new passwords, save them to your password vault, and autofill them as you browse. Encrypt and share passwords in Dashlane. With Dashlane for Mac you can manage shared access and Sync updates between yourself and those that you share with, automatically. Dashlane for Mac gives you automatic login for all your accounts with a free password manager. Complex logins with two step authentication or three field entries such as bank accounts are managed with no problems with Dashlanef for Mac. Dashlane encrypts with AES-256 and 10,000+ iterations of PBKDF2.

Tenorshare 4MeKey

• Trial version

Effortlessly Bypass iCloud Activation Locks

ZenMate Desktop VPN for Mac

• Free

Norton AntiVirus for Mac

• Trial version

Comprehensive Security with Norton AntiVirus for Mac