Trend Micro Security

john anthony darcy wrote:

Trend Micro Security Pop Up

I keep getting a pop up on the top right side of my computer telling me to allow Trend Micro to protect my computer. Is it safe to say ok?

Are those popups appearing in the upper right corner of your display?

Those are Safari Notifications. Stop them by following these instructions.

• Go to Safari's Preferences... menu > Websites > Notifications, and remove everything there.

For reference: Change Websites settings in Safari on Mac - Apple Support

Don't allow websites to send you Notifications unless you are 100% certain that you want that kind of harassment. Refer to Customize website notifications in Safari on Mac - Apple Support.

No. Unnecessary. Delete the app.

Keep your software updated and macOS is capable of keeping itself secure. There is no need to run any anti-virus, cleaning, speed-up or optimizing apps. In fact these apps often cause more problems and headache than they prevent because they conflict with the macOS’ built in securities. If you have this type of app installed, you should uninstall it according to the developer's instructions, and use best practices when using your Mac.

Please, see these support documents:

Protecting against malware in macOS - Apple Support

XProtect Explained: How Your Mac’s Built-in Anti-malware Software Works - How-To Geek:

https://www.howtogeek.com/217043/xprotect-explained-how-your-macs-built-in-anti-malware-works/

Hi,

You shouldn't install such softwares. MacOS has its security system, called GateKeeper.

No it is not safe! Do not install any third party:

• Security
• Antivirus
• Cleaning
• VPN
• Maintenance

apps on your iMac. To keep your Mac safe and secure simply keep Mac OS up-to-date and restart the computer about 1x every week.