The application also applies heuristic monitoring that searches for suspicious behavior. Just like many other antivirus applications, Avast Security for Mac uses a traditional signature-based detection in order to find already known malware samples. An Internet connection is required for security updates. Avast Security for Mac supports macOS 10.9 (Mavericks) or later with 128 MB of RAM and at least 500 MB of free disk space. It also offers users a 30-day money back guarantee.Ī free version covers security essentials and provides antivirus features, web and email shields, and Wi-Fi security scans. Avast also develops privacy and performance solutions for home users and businesses.Īvast Security for Mac offers users a free and a premium version of the application. The company protects users against various types of malware, cyber attacks and other threats in real time. Avast applies next-gen technologies and aims to provide its customers with the best protection possible.

The company protects more than 400 million users and has the largest market share among cybersecurity software providers (2018). Avast is a Czech-based company headquartered in Prague.

Avast Security for Mac is developed by one of the largest companies operating in cybersecurity industries called Avast Software.