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Microsoft Defender

An easy-to-use security app that helps protect identities,1  data, and devices from online threats. 

Available exclusively with a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription.
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Microsoft Defender

An easy-to-use security app that helps protect identities,1  data, and devices from online threats. 

Available exclusively with a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription.
Download app  Sign in to Defender
Buy Microsoft 365

Microsoft Defender

An easy-to-use security app that helps protect identities,1  data, and devices from online threats. 

Available exclusively with a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription.
Download app  Sign in to Defender
Buy Microsoft 365

Microsoft Defender

An easy-to-use security app that helps protect identities,1  data, and devices from online threats. 

Available exclusively with a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription.
Download app  Sign in to Defender
Buy Microsoft 365
OVERVIEW

All-in-one online protection

  • Safeguard your family’s personal info online. Defender continuously scans the dark web for identity threats1 and alerts you if your personal info is at risk or found to be compromised. Add and monitor 60+ types of family personal info in your dashboard4. Get help when you need it with 24/7 identity theft support to help restore your identity if your identity is stolen or compromised. Get up to $1 million identity insurance coverage for restoration-related legal and expert fees & up to $100,000 for lost funds6 recovery. Monitor credit with alerts and monthly credit reports3.
    Identify theft video
  • Get multi-device protection for you and your family. Protect your phones and computers against new and existing threats with continuous antivirus and phishing scans7 . Get alerted if malicious apps are found, plus steps to uninstall and remove the threats. Receive device notifications when there’s a security risk. Specify regularly used apps and files you don’t want Defender to scan.
    Computer and phone protection video
  • Manage your family’s online security in one place. Easily check your security statuses and get timely alerts and notifications on your phones and computers. Improve security online with customized recommendations and tips. View 30 days of alerts and device activity history with dashboard access in the app or a web browser. Also see other antivirus protection statuses like Norton or McAfee.
    Security in one place video
  • Keep your sensitive information more secure when on public Wi-Fi. Easily turn on a virtual private network (VPN) to safeguard your Wi-Fi connection5. Keep your location and IP address private and your traffic data encrypted with a VPN making it difficult for hackers to trace your online activity. Get added protection with a VPN to keep your bank account, credit card, and social security info more secure.
    Safer Wifi video
WHY DEFENDER?

Online security, simplified

Stay ahead of online threats

Simplify your online security with one easy-to-use app1 that keeps you one step ahead of hackers and scammers. 

Safeguard your family 

Keep your family safer online with identity monitoring,2 credit monitoring,3 multidevice protection, and security alerts.4

Protect your privacy

Protect your privacy on public Wi-Fi networks by keeping your identity, data, and online activity anonymous.5

Get more with Microsoft 365

With Microsoft 365 you get Defender, 1 TB of cloud storage, and productivity apps you know and love in one plan.1

Maximize your security

Protect your and your family’s identity, data, and devices from hackers and scammers with Microsoft Defender.
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DOWNLOAD THE APP

Microsoft 365 subscribers can get started now

Sign in with your Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription8 or purchase a subscription1 in the app.
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Windows

Get additional security features on your Windows computer including identity theft monitoring and privacy protection.
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Android

Get added protections on your phone including antivirus, anti-phishing, identity theft monitoring, and privacy protection.
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iOS

Get added protections on your phone including anti-phishing, identity theft monitoring, and privacy protection.
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MacOS

Get added protections on your Mac, including antivirus, identity theft monitoring, and privacy protection.
Download for MacOS
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Web Portal

View your phone and computer protections, monitor identity threats, and get step-by-step threat resolution guidance in the web portal.
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Download today for iOS or Android, click the download app button below.
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PLANS & PRICING

Defender is better with Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 Personal

$69.99
/year
Buy now
Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled in Microsoft account. See terms.
  • Antivirus for 1 person, up to 5 devices
  • Identity theft monitoring2 for 60+ types of data including credit score3
  • Identity theft insurance6 up to $1m restoration cost coverage & 24/7 restoration support
  • Privacy protection with VPN5
  • 1 TB of cloud storage
  • Premium desktop, web, and mobile versions of your favorite apps
  • Ad-free Outlook.com, desktop, mobile app, advanced email and calendar security features
  • OneDrive advanced file & photo protection
  • Microsoft technical support
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Microsoft 365 Family

$99.99
/year
Buy now Try free for 1 month
Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled in Microsoft account. See terms.
  • Antivirus for up to 6 people, up to 5 devices per person
  • Identity theft monitoring2, for each family member including 60+ types of data and credit score3
  • Identity theft insurance6 up to $1m restoration cost coverage & 24/7 restoration support
  • Privacy protection with VPN5
  • 6 TB of cloud storage (1 TB per person)
  • Premium desktop, web, and mobile versions of your favorite apps
  • Ad-free Outlook.com, desktop, mobile app, advanced email and calendar security features
  • OneDrive advanced file & photo protection
  • Microsoft technical support
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Subscription continues to be charged at the regular price and selected term, unless canceled in Microsoft account.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Microsoft Defender is a multidevice security app1 that helps individuals and families protect their personal data and devices. Stay safer online with malware protection,7 timely security alerts,4 VPN,5 identity theft monitoring,2 and credit monitoring3. 
    Available where Microsoft 365 Personal and Family are sold with a few exceptions. Identity theft and credit monitoring are only available in the US and US territories. Privacy protection (VPN) is available in the US and US territories, UK, Germany, and Canada.
  • 1. The app is available for download in the Microsoft Store, Apple App Store, and Google Play Store. Also available for direct download for Mac and can also be accessed from any device on the Microsoft Defender web portal.
    2. A Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription is required. Sign into the app with your personal Microsoft account.
    3. If you don’t have a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription, you can purchase a subscription in the app or on the Microsoft 365 comparison page.
  • Yes, a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription8 is required to use Microsoft Defender. If you're already an existing Microsoft 365 subscriber, you'll gain access to Microsoft Defender upon sign in. If you're not currently a Microsoft 365 subscriber, you'll be required to purchase a plan to access Microsoft Defender upon sign in.
    Microsoft 365 plans include: Family ( $9.99 /month) or Personal ( $6.99 /month).

  • Yes, if you have a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription, sign into Defender with your Microsoft account.8
     You can Check your subscription status or purchase a Microsoft 365 subscription to get started.
    Find out more about using your personal Microsoft Defender on a device managed by your organization.
    • Windows: Windows 10 version 19041 or higher. ARM64 support on Windows 11 build 22621 or higher
    • Mac: MacOS 11.0 and up, and both Intel and Apple Silicon CPU. Disk space required: 2 GB
    • iPhone: iOS 14.0 or later 
    • Android: Android OS 8.0 and up
  • Microsoft Defender for individuals is a cross-device app that helps individuals and families stay safer online.1

    Windows Security (formerly known as Windows Defender Security Center) is security built into Windows to help protect your device and data.
  • No, there are different protections across operating systems.
    Defender on Windows includes privacy protection and identity theft monitoring. Antivirus and anti-phishing is provided by Windows Security.
    Defender on MacOS includes antivirus, identity theft monitoring, and privacy protection.
    Defender on Android includes antivirus, anti-phishing, privacy protection, and identity theft monitoring.
    Defender on iOS includes anti-phishing, privacy protection, and identity theft monitoring.
  • Yes. Because our priority is to ensure your device has protection, the Microsoft Defender app1 works with built-in Windows Security or your third-party antivirus solution—rather than replaces it.
  • Identity theft monitoring2 helps protect you and your family by monitoring your personal information on the dark web for breaches.
    Microsoft 365 Family subscribers get identity theft 2 and credit monitoring 3 for their family members. If the family member is over the age of 13, the organizer will need the member’s consent to either manage or monitor their personal info. Family members over the age of 13 can change the organizer’s access at any time. See getting started with identity theft for more information.
  • Credit monitoring3 helps you stay on top of changes to your credit score. Users who provide their social security number within the Defender app are able view their credit score and receive notifications whenever events happen related to their credit score. Credit data is sourced from Experian®. Credit score is a single bureau VantageScore 3.0 provided by Experian®. The monthly credit report is provided by Experian® using single bureau data. Learn more about credit scores in Microsoft Defender.
  • Microsoft does not save or store your personal information when you use identity theft2 and credit monitoring.3 This info is stored and secured by Experian®. Your personal info will not be shared with or sold to a third party or used for purposes other than monitoring.
    If your personal info is compromised online, Defender will alert you and provide guidance on what action to take to resolve the breach. If you need further support, you can call an identity theft restoration expert to get help.
  • Privacy protection helps keep your personal data secure through a virtual private network (VPN). VPN creates an encrypted “tunnel” between your device and a server out in the world. The traffic inside that tunnel is encrypted, so if you’re using a public Wi-Fi network an attacker may be able to see that a VPN tunnel has been established but the content flowing inside that tunnel will be hidden from them.
    Learn more about privacy protection in Defender.
  • Check out Microsoft Support for help getting started, or go to the Help and Feedback menu in the Microsoft Defender app.  
    We encourage you to share feedback in the app by going to the Help and Feedback menu in the Microsoft Defender app.
    To find Help and Feedback:
    • From within Windows, select the    button near the top right of the window 
    • On your Android or iOS device, tap your account avatar at the top left of the screen.
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Get Started

Download the Defender app

New to Defender? Download and purchase a Microsoft 365 subscription1 in the app.
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Sign in to Defender

Already have a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription8? Sign in with your Microsoft account to help protect yourself and your family online.
Sign in to Defender

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Get Defender for Business, enterprise-grade endpoint security, as a standalone solution or as part of Microsoft 365 Business Premium, our comprehensive security and productivity suite.
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  1. [1]
    A Microsoft 365 Family or Personal subscription is required. Note that Microsoft Defender is not available in certain Microsoft 365 Personal or Family regions.
  2. [2]
    Feature is available in the United States and US territories.
  3. [3]
    Feature available in the United States and US territories. Credit score is a single bureau VantageScore 3.0 provided by Experian®. The monthly credit report is provided by Experian® using single bureau data. For users under the age of 18 or those without a credit history, credit score not included. Family organizers will not have the ability to onboard, view, and receive alerts related to family member credit monitoring. Your device's primary display language must be set to English.
  4. [4]
    A one-time parent or legal guardian verification is required to receive dark web threat alert details for children. If the organizer’s family member is under 13, consent is not required to create and/or monitor a child’s identity. Consent is required to create and/or monitor identity of family members over 13 years of age.
  5. [5]
    Privacy protection (VPN) is available on Windows, MacOS, iOS, and Android devices in the United States and US territories, United Kingdom, Germany, and Canada. Some streaming services are excluded. After 50 GB per month, data transfer speeds may be limited.
  6. [6]
    The identity theft insurance is underwritten and administered by American Bankers Insurance Company of Florida, an Assurant company. Please refer to the actual policies for terms, conditions, and exclusions of coverage. Coverage may not be available in all jurisdictions. Review the Summary of Benefits.
  7. [7]
    Does not replace existing malware protection on iOS and Windows devices.
  8. [8]
    Subscription continues to be charged at the regular price and selected term, unless cancelled in Microsoft account.
  9. [9]
    You can cancel online by visiting the Microsoft Account site and signing in with the Microsoft account that you used to buy your subscription. For details, see “How to cancel your Microsoft subscription” at the Microsoft Support site.

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