What security software is recommended for MacBook Air and iPhone?

Which security software would you recommend for use on a MacBook Air and iPhone?



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iPhone 13, iOS 18

Posted on Mar 6, 2025 8:12 PM

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Posted on Mar 6, 2025 8:32 PM

As with above, no add-ons.


The built-in security works fine for most folks.


More than a few of the “security” apps that get advertised are somewhere between unnecessary and not particularly useful, to personally-identified metadata collection engines, exploit-and vulnerability-introducing morasses, or just hot garbage.


Most of the hacks around target us ourselves (phishing, romance scams, fake bills, “hey pervert”, etc), or involve deliberately-installed apps or cracked apps or key-generating tools.



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Mar 6, 2025 8:32 PM in response to MsD259

As with above, no add-ons.


The built-in security works fine for most folks.


More than a few of the “security” apps that get advertised are somewhere between unnecessary and not particularly useful, to personally-identified metadata collection engines, exploit-and vulnerability-introducing morasses, or just hot garbage.


Most of the hacks around target us ourselves (phishing, romance scams, fake bills, “hey pervert”, etc), or involve deliberately-installed apps or cracked apps or key-generating tools.



Mar 6, 2025 9:23 PM in response to MsD259

If you are switching from Windows, that’s understandable since that’s a Windows phenomenon.


As you become acquainted with the built-in security measures of the incredible Apple ecosystem, you will discover a better alternative.


Apple offers Security Releases to keep your systems updated with the latest updates to protect against cyber threats while maintaining your privacy.



Good luck! 👋🏼😉

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