October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a good time to give your Mac some extra care. These apps help you keep your files, passwords, and privacy secure.
Check your Mac's defenses
Your Mac has many built-in security features, but are they set up correctly? Pareto Security scans your system and points out weak spots you might miss, like FileVault being off or AirDrop left open.
Track your protection level
Moonlock checks which security tools are active on your Mac, shows your protection level, and recommends steps to improve it. When it finds malware, it explains what type it is, how it’s dangerous, and what to do next.
Catch malware early
Malware can get onto your Mac without you noticing. CleanMyMac’s Protection module scans for threats and removes them, keeping your system running smoothly.
Stay private on public Wi-Fi
Public Wi-Fi networks are often unsecured. ClearVPN sends your browsing through an encrypted connection to help keep your data private. Connect with one click, without complex settings.
Monitor your Mac’s connections
Your Mac is always connecting to websites and apps, and not all of them should be trusted. Tiny Shield shows every connection in real time, helps you spot anything suspicious, and lets you block unwanted apps or websites instantly. You can also view traffic charts and get alerts if something unusual happens.
Strengthen your passwords
Using the same password for every account is like leaving your house key under the doormat. Strongbox generates strong, unique passwords, finds weak or reused ones, and alerts you if a saved password appears in a data breach.
Turn on two-step verification
A password alone isn’t always enough. Step Two keeps your two-step verification codes on your Mac, so you can sign in without reaching for your phone. Scan a QR code to add an account, then click to copy its code.
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