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ESET Home Security offers a range of multiplatform, all-in-one protection plans. These include several different security solutions for various operating systems.

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For PC, macOS, Android & iOS*

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Multilayered security with Antivirus, safe payments, and scam protection—includes AI interaction security.
 

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  • Real-time antivirus protection Way more than just Antivirus! Our security shields you from malware, theft, AI-driven scams, phishing, ransomware, and more.
  • Seamless device performance Enjoy fast scans without interruption. Our Small System Footprint saves bandwidth and extends the life of your hardware—great for gaming and entertainment!
  • AI-powered threat detection Uses advanced artificial intelligence to proactively detect and block malware, ransomware, phishing, and other emerging threats in real time.
  • Smarter protection for AI-powered computers ESET keeps your devices safe while leveraging their AI capabilities for faster, more efficient threat prevention.
  • AI interaction security Use AI tools and agents with confidence. ESET uses advanced monitoring and expert-driven detection to spot suspicious AI behavior and stop emerging threats before they put your device or data at risk.
  • Anti-Phishing Safeguard your privacy and your data. Anti-Phishing shields you from scams and fake websites attempting to access sensitive information or feed you fake news.
  • Safe banking and browsingBank, shop, and connect with ease. Safeguard screens from unwanted access and use our secured browser mode to boost privacy and avoid phishing scams.
  • Smart home and smartphone protection Protect everything from PCs, laptops, and smartphones to smart TVs and IoT devices. Lock and track missing devices, secure access to your webcam, and monitor microphone activity for enhanced privacy and control.
  • Firewall, Wi-Fi and network shield Filter unwanted content, secure access to your network, and test your home router and smart devices for vulnerabilities.
  • Unlimited VPN data Shield your connection and prevent unwanted tracking—anytime, anywhere. Enjoy unlimited bandwidth for endless access to your favorite online content.

    Ultimate plan for 11–25 protected devices → Up to 25 individual VPN connections + 1 active VPN for Router setup
    Ultimate plan for 1–10 protected devices → Up to 10 individual VPN connections + 1 active VPN for Router setup
    Premium plan for 11–25 protected devices → Up to 5 individual VPN connections
    Premium plan for 1–10 protected devices → Up to 3 individual VPN connections
  • Encryption of sensitive data and photos Keep your files and USBs safe with military-grade encryption. Safely share your data with others. 
  • Elevated file and folder security Protect valuable data by allowing only trusted applications to modify your folders.
  • Safer AI Chats Protect your AI chats from unsafe links and scripts. ESET scans AI-generated responses to proactively block phishing, malware, and scams.
  • Enhanced browser & privacy protection Easily manage website notifications and permissions, and remove metadata from images uploaded to your browser—details like capture time and location.
  • Ransomware file recovery Keep your data untouchable: block zero-day ransomware, isolate threats, back up your data automatically, and restore everything in moments if encryption ever slips through.
  • Proactive identity protection Safeguard your digital identity and prevent identity theft. Use dark web monitoring to scan for data breaches and leaked personal information.
  • VPN for Router Protects every device on your home network with one setup. Encrypts all internet traffic for safer browsing, streaming, and smart home use—no need to install apps on each device.

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ESET HOME SECURITY PREMIUM BOX

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Advanced protection with encryption of sensitive files, and AI chat and interaction security.
 

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What's inside
  • Real-time antivirus protection Way more than just Antivirus! Our security shields you from malware, theft, AI-driven scams, phishing, ransomware, and more.
  • Seamless device performance Enjoy fast scans without interruption. Our Small System Footprint saves bandwidth and extends the life of your hardware—great for gaming and entertainment!
  • AI-powered threat detection Uses advanced artificial intelligence to proactively detect and block malware, ransomware, phishing, and other emerging threats in real time.
  • Smarter protection for AI-powered computers ESET keeps your devices safe while leveraging their AI capabilities for faster, more efficient threat prevention.
  • AI interaction security Use AI tools and agents with confidence. ESET uses advanced monitoring and expert-driven detection to spot suspicious AI behavior and stop emerging threats before they put your device or data at risk.
  • Anti-Phishing Safeguard your privacy and your data. Anti-Phishing shields you from scams and fake websites attempting to access sensitive information or feed you fake news.
  • Safe banking and browsingBank, shop, and connect with ease. Safeguard screens from unwanted access and use our secured browser mode to boost privacy and avoid phishing scams.
  • Smart home and smartphone protection Protect everything from PCs, laptops, and smartphones to smart TVs and IoT devices. Lock and track missing devices, secure access to your webcam, and monitor microphone activity for enhanced privacy and control.
  • Firewall, Wi-Fi and network shield Filter unwanted content, secure access to your network, and test your home router and smart devices for vulnerabilities.
  • Encryption of sensitive data and photos Keep your files and USBs safe with military-grade encryption. Safely share your data with others. 
  • Elevated file and folder security Protect valuable data by allowing only trusted applications to modify your folders.
  • Safer AI Chats Protect your AI chats from unsafe links and scripts. ESET scans AI-generated responses to proactively block phishing, malware, and scams.
  • Unlimited VPN data AVAILABLE ONLY ON PAID PLAN
    Shield your connection and prevent unwanted tracking—anytime, anywhere. Enjoy unlimited bandwidth for endless access to your favorite online content.

    Ultimate plan for 11–25 protected devices → Up to 25 individual VPN connections + 1 active VPN for Router setup
    Ultimate plan for 1–10 protected devices → Up to 10 individual VPN connections + 1 active VPN for Router setup
    Premium plan for 11–25 protected devices → Up to 5 individual VPN connections
    Premium plan for 1–10 protected devices → Up to 3 individual VPN connections
  • Enhanced browser & privacy protection Easily manage website notifications and permissions, and remove metadata from images uploaded to your browser—details like capture time and location.
  • Ransomware file recovery Keep your data untouchable: block zero-day ransomware, isolate threats, back up your data automatically, and restore everything in moments if encryption ever slips through.
  • Proactive identity protection Safeguard your digital identity and prevent identity theft. Use dark web monitoring to scan for data breaches and leaked personal information.
  • VPN for Router Protects every device on your home network with one setup. Encrypts all internet traffic for safer browsing, streaming, and smart home use—no need to install apps on each device.
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Top protection with AI interaction security, VPN for Router, Identity Protection, and Ransomware Remediation.

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What's inside
  • Real-time antivirus protection Way more than just Antivirus! Our security shields you from malware, theft, AI-driven scams, phishing, ransomware, and more.
  • Seamless device performance Enjoy fast scans without interruption. Our Small System Footprint saves bandwidth and extends the life of your hardware—great for gaming and entertainment!
  • AI-powered threat detection Uses advanced artificial intelligence to proactively detect and block malware, ransomware, phishing, and other emerging threats in real time.
  • Smarter protection for AI-powered computers ESET keeps your devices safe while leveraging their AI capabilities for faster, more efficient threat prevention.
  • AI interaction security Use AI tools and agents with confidence. ESET uses advanced monitoring and expert-driven detection to spot suspicious AI behavior and stop emerging threats before they put your device or data at risk.
  • Anti-Phishing Safeguard your privacy and your data. Anti-Phishing shields you from scams and fake websites attempting to access sensitive information or feed you fake news.
  • Safe banking and browsingBank, shop, and connect with ease. Safeguard screens from unwanted access and use our secured browser mode to boost privacy and avoid phishing scams.
  • Smart home and smartphone protection Protect everything from PCs, laptops, and smartphones to smart TVs and IoT devices. Lock and track missing devices, secure access to your webcam, and monitor microphone activity for enhanced privacy and control.
  • Firewall, Wi-Fi and network shield Filter unwanted content, secure access to your network, and test your home router and smart devices for vulnerabilities.
  • Unlimited VPN data Shield your connection and prevent unwanted tracking—anytime, anywhere. Enjoy unlimited bandwidth for endless access to your favorite online content.

    Ultimate plan for 11–25 protected devices → Up to 25 individual VPN connections + 1 active VPN for Router setup
    Ultimate plan for 1–10 protected devices → Up to 10 individual VPN connections + 1 active VPN for Router setup
    Premium plan for 11–25 protected devices → Up to 5 individual VPN connections
    Premium plan for 1–10 protected devices → Up to 3 individual VPN connections
  • Encryption of sensitive data and photos Keep your files and USBs safe with military-grade encryption. Safely share your data with others. 
  • Elevated file and folder security Protect valuable data by allowing only trusted applications to modify your folders.
  • Safer AI Chats Protect your AI chats from unsafe links and scripts. ESET scans AI-generated responses to proactively block phishing, malware, and scams.
  • Enhanced browser & privacy protection Easily manage website notifications and permissions, and remove metadata from images uploaded to your browser—details like capture time and location.
  • Ransomware file recovery Keep your data untouchable: block zero-day ransomware, isolate threats, back up your data automatically, and restore everything in moments if encryption ever slips through.
  • Proactive identity protection Safeguard your digital identity and prevent identity theft. Use dark web monitoring to scan for data breaches and leaked personal information.
  • VPN for Router Protects every device on your home network with one setup. Encrypts all internet traffic for safer browsing, streaming, and smart home use—no need to install apps on each device.

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One subscription for all your devices

ESET HOME Security plans offer all-in-one protection. They include several different security solutions for various operating systems. 

The complete set of available features will vary depending on the operating system.

Note: iOS app available soon. App release is subject to Apple App Store approval. Actual app availability may vary by region.

*Protected operating systems:

One subscription can cover multiple devices

The complete set of available features will vary depending on the operating system.

Note: iOS app available soon. App release is subject to Apple App Store approval. Actual app availability may vary by region.

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Seamless protection of payments and sensitive data.  Block AI-powered scams and work safely with AI tools. Safeguard email and cloud files, secure servers, and remediate ransomware.

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What's inside?
  • Real-time antivirus protection Way more than just Antivirus! Our security shields you from malware, theft, AI-driven scams, phishing, ransomware, and more.
  • Seamless device performance Enjoy fast scans without interruption. Our Small System Footprint saves bandwidth and extends the life of your hardware—great for gaming and entertainment!
  • AI-powered threat detection Uses advanced artificial intelligence to proactively detect and block malware, ransomware, phishing, and other emerging threats in real time.
  • Smarter protection for AI-powered computers ESET keeps your devices safe while leveraging their AI capabilities for faster, more efficient threat prevention.
  • AI interaction security Use AI tools and agents with confidence. ESET uses advanced monitoring and expert-driven detection to spot suspicious AI behavior and stop emerging threats before they put your device or data at risk.
  • Anti-Phishing Safeguard your privacy and your data. Anti-Phishing shields you from scams and fake websites attempting to access sensitive information or feed you fake news.
  • Safe banking and browsingBank, shop, and connect with ease. Safeguard screens from unwanted access and use our secured browser mode to boost privacy and avoid phishing scams.
  • Smart home and smartphone protection Protect everything from PCs, laptops, and smartphones to smart TVs and IoT devices. Lock and track missing devices, secure access to your webcam, and monitor microphone activity for enhanced privacy and control.
  • Firewall, Wi-Fi and network shield Filter unwanted content, secure access to your network, and test your home router and smart devices for vulnerabilities.
  • Encryption of sensitive data and photos Keep your files and USBs safe with military-grade encryption. Safely share your data with others. 
  • Elevated file and folder security Protect valuable data by allowing only trusted applications to modify your folders.
  • Safer AI Chats Protect your AI chats from unsafe links and scripts. ESET scans AI-generated responses to proactively block phishing, malware, and scams.
  • Enhanced browser & privacy protection Easily manage website notifications and permissions, and remove metadata from images uploaded to your browser—details like capture time and location.
  • Ransomware file recovery Keep your data untouchable: block zero-day ransomware, isolate threats, back up your data automatically, and restore everything in moments if encryption ever slips through.
  • VPN for Router Protects every device on your home network with one setup. Encrypts all internet traffic for safer browsing, streaming, and smart home use—no need to install apps on each device.
  • Windows Server protection Protect customer and company data on file servers and defend against ransomware and botnets.
  • Security for work and home Keep your work and personal devices safe with this seamless, easy-to-manage solution.
  • Unlimited VPN data AVAILABLE ONLY ON PAID PLAN
    Shield your connection and prevent unwanted tracking—anytime, anywhere. Enjoy unlimited bandwidth for endless access to your favorite online content.

    Ultimate plan for 11–25 protected devices → Up to 25 individual VPN connections + 1 active VPN for Router setup
    Ultimate plan for 1–10 protected devices → Up to 10 individual VPN connections + 1 active VPN for Router setup
    Premium plan for 11–25 protected devices → Up to 5 individual VPN connections
    Premium plan for 1–10 protected devices → Up to 3 individual VPN connections

Already a customer? Renew, upgrade, add devices and more here.

One subscription for all your devices

ESET SMALL BUSINESS Security plans offer all-in-one protection. They include several different security solutions for various operating systems. 

The complete set of available features will vary depending on the operating system.

*Protected operating systems:

One subscription can cover multiple devices

The complete set of available features will vary depending on the operating system.

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Use AI tools with confidence

Protect AI chats and interactions from unsafe links, malicious scripts, and hidden risks. Detect suspicious behavior across the AI tools and agents you rely on, with advanced protection designed for the AI era. Includes AI Conversation Security (PREMIUM).

Powerful data protection

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Secure your data, boost your privacy

Use Secure Data (PREMIUM) to keep your files and USBs safe with military-grade encryption, including secure file sharing. And with Ransomware Shield—available in all tiers—you can proactively block attempts to encrypt and ransom your files.

Malware & scam protection

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Far beyond basic Antivirus

From AI-generated messages and phishing emails to fake websites, ESET protects you from modern scams and threats. Block risky links and sites, bank and shop securely, and rely on advanced endpoint security to prevent, detect, and resolve threats.

Advanced mobile security

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Protect your Android devices and iPhones*

Effortlessly block AI-driven scams, malicious sites, and phishing. Bank with confidence, verify suspicious links, and monitor your security status. Connect safely and protect your personal information—includes App Lock and Anti-Theft for Android.

*iOS app available soon. App release is subject to Apple App Store approval. Actual app availability may vary by region.

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Protection without slowdown

Keep your devices fast and responsive with lightweight security built for gaming, streaming, work, and everyday browsing. Need help? Local, multilingual customer support is there for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is ESET considered one of the best free antivirus trials?

ESET combines multilayered security with exceptionally lightweight performance. Independent testing labs consistently recognize ESET for strong malware detection and minimal system impact. The free trial gives you full access to all core features, so you can experience the complete product before deciding to purchase.

Who is this free trial best for?

This trial is ideal for:

  • Users comparing antivirus solutions
  • Gamers who need fast, lightweight protection
  • Remote workers handling sensitive data
  • People who do online banking or shopping
  • Families securing multiple devices

If you want to test full protection before buying, this trial is made for you.

How long does the free trial last?

The trial lasts 30 days. After that, you can upgrade to full protection, which includes a 30‑day money‑back guarantee.

Do I need to enter my payment details?

No. You can start the free trial without entering any credit card information.

What happens after the free trial ends?

When the 30‑day trial ends, you won’t be charged automatically. There’s no billing and no hidden fees. You can choose to:

  • Continue with a paid subscription
  • Switch to another ESET plan
  • Uninstall the software

Is this a full internet security trial?

Yes. Your trial includes:

  • Real‑time Antivirus and antimalware
  • Ransomware protection
  • Phishing protection
  • Firewall for your PC and Mac

To keep using the complete Premium feature set (including VPN), you’ll need a paid subscription after the trial. A 30‑day money‑back guarantee applies.

How do I install ESET Mobile security?

  1. Visit the Google Play Store or App Store.
  2. Search for "ESET Mobile Security."
  3. Tap "Install" and follow the on-screen instructions.
  4. Open the app and enjoy premium features free for 30 days.

Will the antivirus trial slow down my system?

ESET is optimized for low system impact. It runs quietly in the background, scans quickly and leaves more power for your apps and games. Compared to heavier free antivirus options, ESET typically feels faster, uses fewer resources and causes fewer interruptions.

How many devices can I protect with the free trial?

ESET HOME Security Premium trial: 1 device
ESET HOME Security Essential trial: 1 device
ESET Small Business Security trial: up to 5 devices

You can add more devices anytime by upgrading to the full version.
Note: VPN is not included in the trial versions of ESET HOME Security Premium or ESET Small Business Security.

Can I use the trial if another antivirus is installed?

To avoid conflicts or performance issues, you should uninstall your existing antivirus before installing ESET.

If you have trouble removing it, you can use ESET’s official Windows removal tools: https://support.eset.com/en/kb146-uninstallers-removal-tools-for-common-windows-antivirus-software#Uninstallers 

Is the antivirus free trial safe?

Yes. The available trials use the same secure, fully tested product versions as the paid subscriptions.

How do I uninstall ESET after the trial?

You can remove ESET at any time through your device's standard app removal process.

Will the ESET free trial work on my device?

You can use the free trial on:

  • Windows 10, Windows 11 or newer
  • macOS 13 or newer

After the trial, a paid subscription will let you protect multiple devices, including:

  • Windows PCs
  • Mac computers
  • Android smartphones and tablets
  • iOS devices*

Note: Some features may work differently or be limited on macOS compared to Windows.
Additionally, ESET also provides free mobile protection for Android and iOS* devices.

*iOS app available soon. App release is subject to Apple App Store approval. Actual app availability may vary by region.

ESET Mobile Security supports:

The Multiplatform free trial can be used on:

  • Windows 10, Windows 11 or newer
  • macOS 13 or newer

After the trial, a paid subscription will let you protect multiple devices, including:

  • Windows PCs
  • Mac computers
  • Android smartphones and tablets
  • iOS devices*

Note: Some features may work differently or be limited on macOS compared to Windows.
*iOS app available soon. App release is subject to Apple App Store approval. Actual app availability may vary by region.

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