How to Update McAfee Security for Windows System?

McAfee has come up with various products like LiveSafe, Total Protection, Endpoint Security and much more to provide protection to the user from online threats. One can choose the software as per their security needs. Almost every antivirus company including McAfee launches a new update on a regular basis to detect and remove the latest and unrecognizable virus and malware threats. If you want to have comprehensive security then you need to keep your security program up-to-date. Our technicians who are available at McAfee Help Desk Number UK can put a light on update importance in a better manner.

These software updates include:

·       Virus Signature: Virus signature update is necessary for protection against new and existing viruses.

·       McAfee Software: McAfee launches a new software update to provide new features and fix unknown issues.

By default, McAfee automatically checks for the updates and install if any update is available. You do not have to take any action to update the software. Although you can manually check for updates by following the given steps:

Method 1: From McAfee Desktop Icon

·         Double-click the McAfee icon from the desktop.

·         Then click PC Security.

·         After this, click “Update McAfee App” and then tap on “Check for Updates”.

·         If an update is available, the software will automatically start installing the update.

·         Wait till the process gets complete and you receive the message confirming that your antivirus is       updated.

Method 2: From M-shield icon which is next to the clock

·         Right-click M-Shield icon.

·         If you can’t see the icon, then click on show more icons.

·        Then click “Check for Updates”.

·         Wait till the process gets complete and you receive a message confirming it.

You can also verify if your product is up-to-date or not by following the given guidelines:

·        Click My Info, About.

·        Then check the “Engine Creation Date” in the “McAfee Antivirus or McAfee Spyware” section.

·         It will show you the current date.

However, if you want to disable McAfee auto-update feature due to any reason, then we suggest you to give us a call at McAfee Support Number UK. We will guide you in a proper manner so that you can anytime turn it off or on.

Discover the New Improved Features of McAfee Antivirus

We have become so dependent on the internet that we can’t imagine a day without it. This has made it important for us to install a security program that can shield us from all kinds of cyber-threats. When you install McAfee, you also install some of its protection feature that protects you against virus and malware threats. Masters available at McAfee Support Number UK can be your guide while installing the software. Here is the list of some new and advanced features of McAfee Antivirus that makes it a must-have for all internet users.

Unlimited Devices: You can use this software to protect any number of devices with just one simple console. Protect your desktop, tablet, mobile and wearable technology with just one subscription.

Personal Firewall: Its personal firewall protects you against suspicious incoming and outgoing traffic between the networks. It blocks the applications and malware that are trying to leak your personal data and information.

Anti-Spam Filter: It protects your inbox from unsolicited and phishing emails that are trying to infect your email account and PC. It even blocks spyware from infecting your system.

SiteAdvisor: Now you can search anything on the internet without any risk as McAfee SiteAdvisor will automatically detect fake and suspicious pages, websites and programs and block them before you reach them. It even lets you use your social media account without any risk of security.

Parental Control: It lets you filter the website for your children. You can decide which sites your child can visit and which not. It will automatically filter the inappropriate content. You can also set up a schedule to limit the time your child spends online.

Password Manager: You can log in to your different account with biometric login system; means use your fingerprint or facial recognition as a password. Password locker stores your password in your device and syncs them with your profile. True Key logins your account automatically with your credentials. Moreover, you can sync your password to all the devices you use.

Mobile Protection: In case you have lost your mobile, then you can backup, restore and clear all your data and information remotely. Even you can locate your lost mobile with centralized McAfee account.

Mobile App Protection: Prevent you from installing an unauthentic and fake application and also control what personal data and information can a particular app access. You can even use the app lock feature to control other’s access to a particular app. Further, it closed the background process of the app and free up your mobile memory to save power and boost its speed.

When you get so many features in single software then why to go to any other security suite? If you want to know more about any particular McAfee product or feature, then feel free to dial us at McAfee Help Number UK. We will answer all your questions and guide you on how to use a particular feature or component.