Microsoft Defender
Professional-grade, always-on protection for you and your family’s data and devices - for work or life.1
OVERVIEW
All-in-one online protection
- Safeguard your family’s personal info online. Defender continuously scans the dark web for identity threats2 and alerts you if your personal info is at risk or found to be compromised.
Add and monitor 60+ types of family personal info in your dashboard3. Get help when you need it with 24/7 identity theft support to help restore your identity if your identity is stolen or compromised.
Get up to $1 million identity insurance coverage for restoration-related legal and expert fees & up to $100,000 for lost funds4 recovery. Monitor credit with alerts and monthly credit reports5. - Safeguard your work and personal devices—phones and laptops—with professional grade, always-on antivirus and phishing scans6. Get alerted if malicious apps are found, plus steps to uninstall and remove the threats. Receive device notifications when there’s a security risk. Specify regularly used apps and files you don’t want Defender to scan.
- Easily monitor the security status of your work and personal phones and computers from a single dashboard and get real-time alerts and notifications. Improve security online with customized recommendations and tips. View 30 days of alerts and device activity history with dashboard access in the app or a web browser. Also see other antivirus protection statuses like Norton or McAfee.
WHY DEFENDER?
Online security, simplified
Stay ahead of online threats
Protect your digital life with one easy-to-use app1 that helps protect what matters most—so you can browse, shop, and work with confidence.
Get more with Microsoft 365
With Microsoft 365 you get Defender, 1 TB of cloud storage, and productivity apps you know and love in one plan1.
Windows
Get additional security features on your Windows computer including identity theft monitoring.
Android
Get added protections on your phone including antivirus, anti-phishing, and identity theft monitoring.
iOS
Get added protections on your phone including anti-phishing, and identity theft monitoring.
MacOS
Get added protections on your Mac, including antivirus, and identity theft monitoring.
Web Portal
View your phone and computer protections, monitor identity threats, and get step-by-step threat resolution guidance in the web portal.
PLANS & PRICING
Defender is better with Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365 Personal includes:
- For 1 person
- Use on up to five devices simultaneously
- Works on PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Android phones and tablets[popover:][popover:]
- 1 TB (1000 GB) of secure cloud storage
- Word, Excel[popover:], PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote desktop apps with Microsoft Copilot[popover:]
- Higher usage limits than free for select Copilot features[popover:]
- Use Copilot in select apps with work files in a secure way[popover:]
- Higher usage for AI image creation and editing in Microsoft Designer[popover:]
- Clipchamp video editor with 4K exports, personalized brand kits, exclusive filters, and effects
- Microsoft Defender advanced security for your identity, personal data, and devices[popover:]
- OneDrive ransomware protection for your photos and files
- Microsoft Teams with Copilot[popover:] to call, chat, and collaborate
- Ongoing support for help when you and you need it
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Microsoft 365 Copilot: Enhance productivity and creativity with a secure AI assistant for work.
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Word (web and mobile only): Create impressive documents and improve your writing with built-in intelligent features.
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Excel (web and mobile only): Simplify complex data and create easy-to-read spreadsheets.
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PowerPoint (web and mobile only): Easily create polished presentations that stand out.
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Outlook: Manage your email, calendar, tasks, and contacts together in one place.
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OneNote (web and mobile only): Meet all your notetaking needs with one cross-functional notebook.
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OneDrive: Save, access, edit, and share files and photos wherever you are.
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Microsoft Defender: Get threat prevention and detection with Microsoft Defender security capabilities.
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Microsoft Teams: Bring everyone together in one place to meet, chat, call, and collaborate.
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Designer: Create, design, and edit any graphics you can imagine with no experience required.
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Microsoft Clipchamp: Create and edit professional-looking videos with easy-to-use tools.
Everything in Personal, plus:
- For 1 to 6 people (AI for subscription owner only)
- Each person can use on up to 5 devices simultaneously
- Up to 6 TB of secure cloud storage (1 TB per person)
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Microsoft 365 Copilot: Enhance productivity and creativity with a secure AI assistant for work.
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Word (web and mobile only): Create impressive documents and improve your writing with built-in intelligent features.
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Excel (web and mobile only): Simplify complex data and create easy-to-read spreadsheets.
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PowerPoint (web and mobile only): Easily create polished presentations that stand out.
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Outlook: Manage your email, calendar, tasks, and contacts together in one place.
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OneNote (web and mobile only): Meet all your notetaking needs with one cross-functional notebook.
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OneDrive: Save, access, edit, and share files and photos wherever you are.
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Microsoft Defender: Get threat prevention and detection with Microsoft Defender security capabilities.
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Microsoft Teams: Bring everyone together in one place to meet, chat, call, and collaborate.
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Designer: Create, design, and edit any graphics you can imagine with no experience required.
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Microsoft Clipchamp: Create and edit professional-looking videos with easy-to-use tools.
Everything in Family, plus:
- Extensive usage for select Copilot features[popover:]
- Access to Copilot features currently exclusive to Premium subscribers[popover:]
- Extensive usage for AI image creation and editing in Microsoft Designer[popover:]
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Microsoft 365 Copilot: Enhance productivity and creativity with a secure AI assistant for work.
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Word (web and mobile only): Create impressive documents and improve your writing with built-in intelligent features.
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Excel (web and mobile only): Simplify complex data and create easy-to-read spreadsheets.
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PowerPoint (web and mobile only): Easily create polished presentations that stand out.
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Outlook: Manage your email, calendar, tasks, and contacts together in one place.
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OneNote (web and mobile only): Meet all your notetaking needs with one cross-functional notebook.
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OneDrive: Save, access, edit, and share files and photos wherever you are.
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Microsoft Defender: Get threat prevention and detection with Microsoft Defender security capabilities.
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Microsoft Teams: Bring everyone together in one place to meet, chat, call, and collaborate.
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Designer: Create, design, and edit any graphics you can imagine with no experience required.
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Microsoft Clipchamp: Create and edit professional-looking videos with easy-to-use tools.
Subscription continues to be charged at the regular price and selected term, unless canceled in Microsoft account.
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Frequently asked questions
- Protect your identity, data, and devices across multiple platforms with one easy-to-use app. Get real-time alerts to stop threats before they disrupt your day, plus proactive monitoring to help keep your information secure. With safeguards like malware protection, identify theft monitoring2, and credit monitoring, you can focus on what matters—whether that’s growing your business or managing everyday tasks.
Available where Microsoft 365 Personal, Family and Premium are sold with a few exceptions. Identity theft and credit monitoring are only available in the US and US territories. - 1. The app is available for download in the Microsoft Store, Apple App Store, and Google Play Store. Also available for direct download for Mac and can also be accessed from any device on the Microsoft Defender web portal.
2. A Microsoft 365 Personal, Family or Premium subscription is required. Sign into the app with your personal Microsoft account.
3. If you don’t have a Microsoft 365 Personal, Family or Premium subscription, you can purchase a subscription in the app or on the Microsoft 365 comparison page. - Yes, a Microsoft 365 Personal, Family or Premium subscription7 is required to use Microsoft Defender. If you're already an existing Microsoft 365 subscriber, you'll gain access to Microsoft Defender upon sign in. If you're not currently a Microsoft 365 subscriber, you'll be required to purchase a plan to access Microsoft Defender upon sign in.
See Microsoft 365 plans. - Yes, if you have a Microsoft 365 Personal, Family or Premium subscription, sign into Defender with your Microsoft account.7
You can Check your subscription status or purchase a Microsoft 365 subscription to get started.
Find out more about using your personal Microsoft Defender on a device managed by your organization. -
- Windows: Windows 10 version 19041 or higher. ARM64 support on Windows 11 build 22621 or higher
- Mac: MacOS 11.0 and up, and both Intel and Apple Silicon CPU. Disk space required: 2 GB
- iPhone: iOS 14.0 or later
- Android: Android OS 8.0 and up
- Microsoft Defender is a cross-device app that helps individuals and families stay safer online.1
Windows Security (formerly known as Windows Defender Security Center) is security built into Windows to help protect your device and data. - No, there are different protections across operating systems.
Defender on Windows includes identity theft monitoring. Antivirus and anti-phishing is provided by Windows Security.
Defender on MacOS includes antivirus and identity theft monitoring.
Defender on Android includes antivirus, anti-phishing, and identity theft monitoring.
Defender on iOS includes anti-phishing and identity theft monitoring. - Yes. Because our priority is to ensure your device has protection, the Microsoft Defender app1 works with built-in Windows Security or your third-party antivirus solution—rather than replaces it.
- Identity theft monitoring2 helps protect you and your family by monitoring your personal information on the dark web for breaches.
Microsoft 365 Family subscribers get identity theft2 and credit monitoring 5 for their family members. If the family member is over the age of 13, the organizer will need the member’s consent to either manage or monitor their personal info. Family members over the age of 13 can change the organizer’s access at any time. See getting started with identity theft for more information. - Credit monitoring5 helps you stay on top of changes to your credit score. Users who provide their social security number within the Defender app are able view their credit score and receive notifications whenever events happen related to their credit score. Credit data is sourced from Experian®. Credit score is a single bureau VantageScore 3.0 provided by Experian®. The monthly credit report is provided by Experian® using single bureau data. Learn more about credit scores in Microsoft Defender.
- Microsoft does not save or store your personal information when you use identity theft2 and credit monitoring.5 This info is stored and secured by Experian®. Your personal info will not be shared with or sold to a third party or used for purposes other than monitoring.
If your personal info is compromised online, Defender will alert you and provide guidance on what action to take to resolve the breach. If you need further support, you can call an identity theft restoration expert to get help. - Check out Microsoft Support for help getting started, or go to the Help and Feedback menu in the Microsoft Defender app.We encourage you to share feedback in the app by going to the Help and Feedback menu in the Microsoft Defender app. To find Help and Feedback:
- From within Windows, select the button near the top right of the window
- On your Android or iOS device, tap your account avatar at the top left of the screen.
- [1]A Microsoft 365 Family, Personal, or Premium subscription is required. Note that Microsoft Defender is not available in certain regions.
- [2]Feature is available in the United States and US territories.
- [3]A one-time parent or legal guardian verification is required to receive dark web threat alert details for children. If the organizer’s family member is under 13, consent is not required to create and/or monitor a child’s identity. Consent is required to create and/or monitor identity of family members over 13 years of age.
- [4]The identity theft insurance is underwritten and administered by American Bankers Insurance Company of Florida, an Assurant company. Please refer to the actual policies for terms, conditions, and exclusions of coverage. Coverage may not be available in all jurisdictions. Review the Summary of Benefits.
- [5]Feature available in the United States and US territories. Credit score is a single bureau VantageScore 3.0 provided by Experian®. The monthly credit report is provided by Experian® using single bureau data. For users under the age of 18 or those without a credit history, credit score not included. Family organizers will not have the ability to onboard, view, and receive alerts related to family member credit monitoring. Your device's primary display language must be set to English.
- [6]Does not replace existing malware protection on iOS and Windows devices.
- [7]You can cancel online by visiting the Microsoft Account site and signing in with the Microsoft account that you used to buy your subscription. For details, see “How to cancel your Microsoft subscription” at the Microsoft Support site.
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