Cybersecurity
Always-on
Protection.
Protection that moves with you.
18 months for the price of 12, or 30% off 2- and 3-year plans.
Safe and secure checkout. Offers apply to current retail price. T&C apply
Protect your smart and AI devices
Here's what you get with ESET HOME Security
Malware protection
Available in all plans
Get peace of mind with 24/7 real-time protection blocking suspicious websites and emails.
Unlimited VPN
Available in PREMIUM and ULTIMATE plan
Get the ultimate in online privacy and freedom. Secure your connection with unlimited VPN security. Prevent unwanted tracking with an anonymous IP address.
Identity Theft Protection
Available in ULTIMATE plan
Rest easy with robust and proactive identity theft protection. Includes dark web scanning, credit monitoring, an early-warning system and reliable recovery services.
Smart scam protection
Available in all plans
Safeguard yourself from online scams—especially those involving phishing, social engineering tactics, and AI-driven threats—with Smart scam protection.
FAQs
How do I download/install ESET after purchase?
You can install ESET by following these simple steps:
- Uninstall any previously installed antivirus software on your system.
- Click on the “GET STARTED” button on this page and create or login to your ESET HOME.
- Install ESET on your devices by clicking on "Protect device" button. In case you need to add your subscription first, use the “Add subscription” button.
- Choose your operating system and download the installer file.
- Install by following on-screen instructions.
Additional details regarding product installation and activation can be found here.
Can I protect mobile phones or multiple operating systems with my ESET license?
Definitely. ESET HOME Security Essential, ESET HOME Security Premium and ESET HOME Security Ultimate are multi-platform solutions. Use them to secure all your Windows, macOS and Android devices under one subscription—simply select how many devices you wish to protect, and enjoy powerful digital security.
Can ESET protect my iPhone or iPad?
Currently, ESET does not provide an antivirus solution for iOS. However, select privacy & identity protection features are available for both iPhones and iPads. Read more about how to protect your iPhone and iPad.
What do users appreciate about ESET?
Verified customers appreciate that ESET is:
- Light on their system
- Reliable and effective
- Able to run 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."
Read full reviews and more feedback on our Trustpilot page.
Why choose ESET Security instead of free antivirus software?
While we’d always recommend you have something rather than nothing, most free antivirus software won’t protect you from every single threat.
Our own free malware scanner is a great starting point, but to protect every aspect of your system from malicious software, data theft and more, you’ll need full coverage. ESET security software offers protection across multiple platforms & devices. It has anti-theft protection and security features designed to protect your financial data and personal information. Our technology also employs machine learning to help protect you from both existing and emerging threats.
Can I do a free malware or virus scan first?
Absolutely. You can download our anti-malware scanner first if you just want to run a quick check. While our free scanner does offer ongoing protection, our full internet security suite is advised for full protection.
Does ESET protect against malware like ransomware?
You bet it does! ESET offers full protection against all forms of malware, including ransomware, spyware, keyloggers and adware. While Ransomware Shield detects and blocks threats, Ransomware Remediation (available in ESET HOME Security Ultimate and ESET Small Business Security) automatically backs up and restores.
T&Cs*
Offer valid for
- United States & Canadian markets only.
- One- two- three -year license terms.
- Device limits vary by product:
- ESET HOME Security Essential: 1–10 devices
- ESET HOME Security Premium: 1–10 devices
- ESET HOME Security Ultimate: 5–10 devices
- Qualifying ESET products only (ESET HOME Security Essential; ESET HOME Security Premium; ESET HOME Security Ultimate).
- Online purchases only with discount code SUMMER30 applied at checkout.
- Purchases made 5/20/2026 at 12:00AM PST through 6/30/2026 at 11:59PM PST (Wednesday May 20th – Tuesday June 30th)
United States – 18‑Month Promotional License
- For eligible U.S. purchases of a 1‑year license, customers receive 18 months of service for the price of 12 months as part of a limited‑time promotional offer. This additional 6‑month period is a one‑time promotional benefit applied at purchase.
- Online purchases only with discount code SUMMER26 applied at checkout.
- Discount stacking clarification
- Promotional offers cannot be combined. The 18‑month promotional benefit is not available on purchases with multi‑year (2‑ or 3‑year) discounts.
- Regional eligibility clarification
- Certain promotional benefits may apply only in specific regions.
Here is what an ESET autorenewal plan means for you
- ESET autorenewal plans are designed to save time and effort while minimizing vulnerability risk by extending your license automatically.
- Gain peace of mind knowing that your devices are always protected with 24/7 security.
- Benefit from free upgrades whenever a new version of ESET comes out.
- Save time by eliminating the need to log in and renew manually.
- Control your renewal options by opting out at any time.
Autorenewal terms
- Your license term automatically begins at the purchase date.
- Any promotional extension (such as additional months of service) does not alter the standard renewal duration, which defaults to a one-year license upon renewal.
- By purchasing, you are opting in to recurring license terms.
- You may opt out of autorenewal at any time by following these instructions.
- Prices are subject to change. ESET will send a notification before the automatic renewal takes place.
- Auto-renewal not available in Quebec.
- After the promotional license period ends, your subscription will automatically renew for a standard one-year license at the applicable renewal price (which may be higher than the initial purchase price).
Technical support
- ESET offers free US-based support for all products. Check out our ESET Home Support portal or contact us directly for more details.
*Subject to change without notice