Trend Micro Antivirus Software Review
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Trend Micro is a Japanese company founded in California in 1988 to develop internet content security software and services for both businesses and consumers. Their security solutions provide protection against viruses, spam, phishing, spyware, botnets, and other Web attacks, including data-stealing malware. They're a 15 time PC Mag award winner, and have also been recognized as one of the National Capital Region's Top Employers for 2017.
Products offered
Trend Micro’s home lineup spans multiple tiers and add-ons:
Antivirus+ Security (1 device)
- Focus: Essential malware/anti-ransomware + safer browsing for a single PC.
- Key features: Web threat blocking, anti-phishing, ransomware protection with Folder Shield, Pay Guard secure browser for banking/shopping, firewall booster, email/link checks, and gamer-friendly mute mode.
Internet Security (up to 3 devices)
- Adds vs. AV+: Parental controls, PC tune-up, and data/privacy tools like Secure Erase and Data Theft Prevention
Maximum Security (up to 5 devices)
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Adds vs. Internet Security: Cross-platform coverage plus privacy scanners for browsers/social apps, Password Manager integration, and broader device mix protection—ideal if you’ve got a mix of laptops and phones.
Premium Security Suite (up to 10 devices)
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Adds vs. Maximum: Expands to 10 devices and bundles ID monitoring (Trend Micro ID Protection) and a personal VPN in many regions—Trend Micro’s all-in package for families.
Signature protections you’ll see across tiers
- Ransomware defense with Folder Shield: Locks down chosen folders so only trusted apps can modify them.
- Pay Guard (safer banking): Opens a hardened browser session automatically for banking/shopping sites.
- Advanced AI/Machine Learning: Used to detect new/unknown threats; appears from AV+ upward.
Platform-specific apps & add-ons
- Antivirus for Mac (Mac only): Mac-focused malware and web protection, with features like ransomware protection and privacy scanning for Mac environments. (Part of Maximum/Premium device coverage; also available standalone.)
- Mobile Security (Android/iOS): Web protection, scam/phishing defense, privacy controls, and app scanning on phones/tablets; included with Maximum/Premium device counts.
- ID Protection (identity monitoring): Monitors the web/dark web for personal data (emails, SSN, cards, bank accts.), anti-tracking for browsers, breach alerts, and restoration help—available in Free, Standard, and Plus plans or bundled with Premium in many regions.
- Trend Micro VPN: Encrypts traffic on public Wi-Fi and helps mask your IP; commonly bundled at the Premium tier in supported locales.
- Password Manager: Stores and autofills logins; included with higher tiers like Maximum/Premium.
- HouseCall (free online scanner): On-demand malware scan to check a PC quickly without a full install
Pricing and plans
- Antivirus+ Security: $29.95
- Internet Security (3 devices): $39.95
- Maximum Security (5 devices): $49.95
Terms on the page clarify the introductory purchase price is valid for the first term and renews at the then-current price, which may change.
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