
Getting started with Microsoft Defender
Windows Security, formerly known as Windows Defender Security Center, is an app built into Windows 10 or 11 that helps keep your PC more secure. It includes Microsoft Defender Antivirus, an antivirus …
Installing Microsoft Defender
Microsoft Defender is a new security app that helps protect you and your family across all your devices; Windows, Android, Mac, and iOS.
Stay Protected With the Windows Security App - Microsoft Support
Microsoft Defender Antivirus continuously scans your device for potential threats and takes immediate action to neutralize them. This proactive approach helps to prevent malware infections and keeps …
Getting started with anti-malware in Microsoft Defender
Microsoft Defender can help protect your entire family's Windows, Android, and Mac devices from malicious apps and other malware.
Windows Security App Overview - Microsoft Support
With features like Microsoft Defender Antivirus, Windows Firewall, and Smart App Control, you can easily access and configure robust security settings. Built into Windows, this app ensures your …
Microsoft Defender privacy protection FAQ
Feb 28, 2025 · Microsoft Defender helps protect your privacy and security when you are on public Wi-Fi or an untrusted network, where your data and identity could be exposed or stolen. Privacy protection …
Antivirus and antimalware software: FAQ - Microsoft Support
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is a product for businesses and enterprises that help protect corporate devices. It shares many of the same features and capabilities included with Windows Security.
End of support-Privacy protection (VPN) in Microsoft Defender for ...
Feb 28, 2025 · When is this benefit going away? Are any other Microsoft Defender features going away? Do I need to take any action? If you’ve onboarded to privacy protection, you should see a ‘Microsoft …
Virus and Threat Protection in the Windows Security App
Microsoft Defender Antivirus (offline scan): Uses the latest definitions to scan your device for the latest threats. This happens after a restart, without loading Windows, so any persistent malware has a …
Getting started with web protection in Microsoft Defender
Microsoft Defender's web protection helps protect you against malicious sites that are being used for phishing or spreading malware. Web protection is currently available on Windows, iOS, and Android.