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ESET NOD32 Antivirus: First Line of Defense in Cybersecurity

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ESET NOD32
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Fast and light antivirus for Windows and macOS.

Best for basic browsing and email activities.

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What's inside

24/7 real-time protection against malware, ransomware and viruses Our multilayered security provides proactive protection against all types of malware—trojans, viruses, spyware and much more.
Fast scans without interruptions Enjoy the full power of your computer without slowdowns. Stay unplugged longer with Battery-saving mode, and enjoy gaming without distracting pop-ups with Gamer mode.
Anti-phishing Protect your data against attempts by fraudulent websites to acquire sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords or banking details.

Smartphone protection Add one more device to your plan to protect your Android smartphone or tablet, each for just an additional $5 per year.
Non-stop Safe Banking Enjoy automatic protection for online banking and transactions thanks to encrypted browser communication.
Safe browsing with search results safety check & Browser Cleanup for optimized speed and privacy Prevent online fraud with Secure Browser Mode and Browser Privacy Extention - including Browser Cleanup and flagging of unsafe search results.
WiFi protected with Firewall Block unauthorized access to your device and webcam with Firewall.
Anti-Theft protection in case of device loss Protect your device in case of loss or theft. Easily lock, track and locate devices, preventing unwanted access to your data and safeguarding your privacy.
Secure logins with Password Manager Safely store and share passwords across devices with just one master password.
Encryption of sensitive data and photos Encrypt files and USBs for secure data sharing and collaboration.
Block new threats as they emerge with ESET LiveGuard An extra layer of protection, personalized to you and designed to proactively discover and stop never-before-seen types of threats.
Protect valuable data with ESET Folder Guard This functionality ensures that only trusted apps can modify files in protected folders. It blocks untrusted applications from access and notifies you of unauthorized attempts. It is an especially useful defense against ransomware.

+ Smartphone & Payments protection

ESET HOME Security
ESSENTIAL

All-in-one solution protecting also your browsing, payments and WiFi.

Best for online shoppers, the digital generation.

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Year

Add to Cart

What's inside

24/7 real-time protection against malware, ransomware and viruses Our multilayered security provides proactive protection against all types of malware—trojans, viruses, spyware and much more.
Fast scans without interruptions Enjoy the full power of your computer without slowdowns. Stay unplugged longer with Battery-saving mode, and enjoy gaming without distracting pop-ups with Gamer mode.
Anti-phishing Protect your data against attempts by fraudulent websites to acquire sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords or banking details.
Smartphone protection Add one more device to your plan to protect your Android smartphone or tablet, each for just an additional $5 per year.
Non-stop Safe Banking Enjoy automatic protection for online banking and transactions thanks to encrypted browser communication.
Safe browsing with search results safety check & Browser Cleanup for optimized speed and privacy Prevent online fraud with Secure Browser Mode and Browser Privacy Extention - including Browser Cleanup and flagging of unsafe search results.
WiFi protected with Firewall Block unauthorized access to your device and webcam with Firewall.
Anti-Theft protection in case of device loss Protect your device in case of loss or theft. Easily lock, track and locate devices, preventing unwanted access to your data and safeguarding your privacy.

Secure logins with Password Manager Safely store and share passwords across devices with just one master password.
Encryption of sensitive data and photos Encrypt files and USBs for secure data sharing and collaboration.
Block new threats as they emerge with ESET LiveGuard An extra layer of protection, personalized to you and designed to proactively discover and stop never-before-seen types of threats.
Protect valuable data with ESET Folder Guard This functionality ensures that only trusted apps can modify files in protected folders. It blocks untrusted applications from access and notifies you of unauthorized attempts. It is an especially useful defense against ransomware.

+ Password Manager & Encryption

ESET HOME Security
PREMIUM

Enhance your privacy with secure storage for passwords and sensitive files.

Best for privacy-focused, advanced internet users.

Devices

Year

Add to Cart

What's inside

24/7 real-time protection against malware, ransomware and viruses Our multilayered security provides proactive protection against all types of malware—trojans, viruses, spyware and much more.
Fast scans without interruptions Enjoy the full power of your computer without slowdowns. Stay unplugged longer with Battery-saving mode, and enjoy gaming without distracting pop-ups with Gamer mode.
Anti-phishing Protect your data against attempts by fraudulent websites to acquire sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords or banking details.
Smartphone protection Add one more device to your plan to protect your Android smartphone or tablet, each for just an additional $5 per year.
Non-stop Safe Banking Enjoy automatic protection for online banking and transactions thanks to encrypted browser communication.
Safe browsing with search results safety check & Browser Cleanup for optimized speed and privacy Prevent online fraud with Secure Browser Mode and Browser Privacy Extention - including Browser Cleanup and flagging of unsafe search results.
WiFi protected with Firewall Block unauthorized access to your device and webcam with Firewall.
Anti-Theft protection in case of device loss Protect your device in case of loss or theft. Easily lock, track and locate devices, preventing unwanted access to your data and safeguarding your privacy.
Secure logins with Password Manager Safely store and share passwords across devices with just one master password.
Encryption of sensitive data and photos Encrypt files and USBs for secure data sharing and collaboration.
Block new threats as they emerge with ESET LiveGuard An extra layer of protection, personalized to you and designed to proactively discover and stop never-before-seen types of threats.
Protect valuable data with ESET Folder Guard This functionality ensures that only trusted apps can modify files in protected folders. It blocks untrusted applications from access and notifies you of unauthorized attempts. It is an especially useful defense against ransomware.

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See what you get with NOD32 Antivirus:

Anti-phishing

No slowdowns

Multilayered proactive protection

Secure your data and money against digital fraud. Protect your privacy and assets against attempts by fraudulent websites to acquire sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords or banking details, or to feed you fake news from seemingly trustworthy sources.

Enjoy the full power of your computer without interruptions. Play, work and browse the internet without affecting your computer’s performance. Stay unplugged and online longer with battery-saving mode, and enjoy gaming without distracting pop-ups.

Explore the great online, safe from all types of malware threats. Detects and neutralizes all digital threats, including viruses, ransomware, rootkits, worms and spyware. Also protects against techniques that seek to evade detection, and blocks targeted attacks and exploits.

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Recognized quality by independent tests and customers

1bn+

protected users worldwide

70+

prestigious VB100 awards

years of cutting-edge IT security

global R&D centers

Explore all features of ESET NOD32 Antivirus by platform

Windows

Security

Antivirus & Antispyware
Ransomware Shield
Intel Threat Detection Technology
Artificial Intelligence
ESET SysInspector
Multithread Scanning

Brute Force Attack Protection essential
Firewall essential
ESET LiveGuard premium
ESET Folder Guard premiuM

Privacy & Identity

Anti-phishing

Safe Banking essential
Safe Browsing essential
Secure Data (Encryption) premium
Password Manager premium
Metadata Cleanup ultimate
Website Settings Review ultimate
Unlimited VPN ultimate
Identity Protection ultimate

Smart home protection

ESET HOME Security Management
Gamer Mode

Parental Control essential
Network Inspector essential
Webcam Protection essential
Anti-Theft essential

Windows ARM

Security

Antivirus & Antispyware
Ransomware Shield
ESET SysInspector
Multithread Scanning

Brute Force Attack Protection essential
Firewall essential
ESET LiveGuard premium
ESET Folder Guard premiuM

Privacy & Identity

Anti-phishing

Secure Data (Encryption) premium
Password Manager premium
Metadata Cleanup ultimate
Website Settings Review ultimate
Unlimited VPN ultimate
Identity Protection ultimate

Smart home protection

ESET HOME Security Management
Gamer Mode

Parental Control essential
Network Inspector essential
Webcam Protection essential
Anti-Theft essential

macOS

Security

Antivirus & Antispyware
Web and Email Scanning
Removable Media Control
Personal Firewall
Small System Footprint

Privacy & Identity

Anti-phishing

Password Manager premium
Unlimited VPN ultimate
Identity Protection ultimate

Smart home protection

ESET HOME Security Management

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System requirements

WINDOWS
Microsoft Windows® 11, 10 and higher operating systems

Please note that on Microsoft® Windows® on ARM, some features and functionalities are not supported. Read more

macOS
macOS 14 (Sonoma), macOS 13 (Ventura), macOS 12 (Monterey)

Does ESET protect iOS devices?
Currently, ESET does not provide a security solution for iOS. Read more about how to protect your iPhone and iPad.

Documentation

Product documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I download/install ESET after purchase?

You can install ESET by following these simple steps:

1. Uninstall any previously installed antivirus software on your system.
2. Download the ESET installer file here.
3. Double-click the installer file to begin the installation and follow the on-screen instructions.
4. Activate your protection by logging in to, or creating, your ESET HOME Account, or by inserting your unique activation key.

More details about product installation and activation can be found here.

Can I protect mobile phones or multiple operating systems with ESET subscription?

ESET NOD32 Antivirus can secure only desktop and notebook computers running Windows or macOS. To protect your Android smartphone as well, select one of our all-in-one subscription plans here.

Can I try ESET NOD32 Antivirus before buying?

Yes, a free 30-day trial of ESET NOD32 Antivirus can be downloaded here.

Further information about installation is available here.

Does ESET NOD32 protect against malware like ransomware?

Yes! ESET offers full protection against all forms of malware, including ransomware, spyware, keyloggers and adware. We use machine learning to stay up-to-date with new threats too.

What do users appreciate about ESET?

Verified customers appreciate that ESET is:

Light on their system
Reliable and effective
Runs smoothly in the background, without interruptions

"Works perfectly and has done for years. Extremely efficient and with minimal impact on the functionality of the machine it’s installed on."

See full reviews and more on our Trustpilot profile.

What’s the difference between ESET NOD32 Antivirus and the new plans?

ESET NOD32 Antivirus provides antivirus and anti-malware protection and is ideal for users who want basic protection without extra privacy features.

ESET HOME all-in-one subscription plans offer all the features of NOD32 Antivirus, along with additional layers of security such as online banking protection, password management, browser privacy & security extension, identity protection, and unlimited VPN.

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Looking to protect your small office?

We offer simple yet powerful protection, designed with the small office in mind.

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Why ESET?

ESET NOD32 Antivirus: First Line of Defense in Cybersecurity

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See what you get with NOD32 Antivirus:

Anti-phishing

No slowdowns

Multilayered proactive protection

Recognized quality by independent tests and customers

Explore all features of ESET NOD32 Antivirus by platform

Windows

Security

Privacy & Identity

Smart home protection

Windows ARM

Security

Privacy & Identity

Smart home protection

macOS

Security

Privacy & Identity

Smart home protection

System requirements & documentation

System requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I download/install ESET after purchase?

Can I protect mobile phones or multiple operating systems with ESET subscription?

Can I try ESET NOD32 Antivirus before buying?

Does ESET NOD32 protect against malware like ransomware?

What do users appreciate about ESET?

What’s the difference between ESET NOD32 Antivirus and the new plans?

Looking to protect your small office?

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