Meet Surfshark, antivirus with VPN and data protection

Let's agree that having an antivirus just to take care of your most sensitive files and information will never be too much, right? This is the proposal of Surfshark, software released in 2018 that can be installed on PCs, notebooks, tablets and smartphones. In addition to being a good option for you to have a more peaceful and secure day to day, there is still a VPN that allows safe browsing and even access to content that is not available in Brazil. See all the details right now.

Surfshark is part of the Microsoft Virus Initiative

A Microsoft Virus Initiative is a creator program Windows which works as a kind of advisory program so that the security solutions are aligned with the strategy and, of course, also work completely with the operating system and all its versions released over time.

The idea is quite simple: after registering on official website (which until the closing of this article, was not receiving new registrations) and being approved, the company starts to receive special advice so that its applications and services are focused on increasing security in the daily lives of several users.

The official launch of the Surfshark happened in 2018 and since then, the company has been a partner and, of course, is part of the Microsoft Virus Initiative. It is certain that regardless of the version of Windows you have installed on your computer, the features promised by the antivirus company will not present any problems.

Simple and functional interface

Many companies that develop antivirus and other security solutions end up focusing on displaying information that is often not completely understood by users. In addition to having a web version that works very fluidly, the Surfshark It also has an app for Windows, Mac, Android and iOS.

In our use, it was possible to notice that the application that can be installed on devices works more like a local antivirus and the other functions can be accessed through the web version. The good news is that just download and connect your account by typing the email and password. The same account can be used with computers and smartphones.

Its use is quite simple and you navigate between the features so that even if you don't understand much about technology, you can still be safe in all the activities you do in your routine. O Control panel is quite usual and just scroll the screen to see all the information about your subscription, connected devices and more.

Antivirus for up to 5 devices

Too many files can bring damage to the smartphones, tablets e computers that we use and often, we don't even realize it. One way to avoid problems is to have a good file scanning tool that reads everything that is saved on the device so that a file that can cause damage is deleted as soon as possible.

Subscribers Surfshark can activate antivirus on not just one, but up to 5 devices at the same time. This means you can log in to a computer, smartphone, tablet and 2 other devices so everything is secure. There are two types of file scanning: quick scan searches the most used partitions; The full scan scans all internal storage to look for possible threats to the security of saved data.

A very interesting feature is the scheduled scan, which allows you to schedule a scan at any day or time. If you work on your laptop from Monday to Friday, you can program Surfshark to do a full analysis after you finish your work routine.

Data protection and VPN included

Another very interesting feature that Surfshark subscribers have access to is the protection of sensitive information. After your account is active, you can register a email, credit card or even ID cards (For now, only US, Bulgarian and Lithuanian documentation are being accepted).

Then, the program will monitor and always send a notification if user data leaks on the internet. The developer reminds you that data and emails will not be shared with partners or sold for marketing purposes. Credit card registration does not require entering the security code (CVV).

already about the VPN, this is another layer of security that allows your computer to be “masked” with the IP of another country in order to have access to content available only in locations outside of Brazil. There are many apps that currently do this, but it's important to remember that your information needs to stay safe even at this point.

A Surfshark provides an extension for Google Chrome, Firefox and Edge. The app is available for iOS, macOS, Android Windows, Linux and FireTV. This includes the services below:

• Hiding the real location;
• Browsing with privacy;
• High security when traveling;
• Safe use of public networks;
• Privacy protection;
• Access to organic responses;
• Use of the internet without censorship;
• Secure content access;
• Browsing without results based on browsing data.

Navigation without data capture

Another very interesting feature is the SurfsharkSearch, which works as a tool that does not allow browsers to capture data from what was searched so that an ad display does not happen in the background. This is similar to Incognito mode in Google and other browsers, but here there is no need to open a separate window.

O SurfsharkSearch needs to be signed separately, with the plan of VPN and information conference to send alerts in case of leaks. Usage is quite simple: just type a term in the same way we do in browsers, but with the certainty that no information will be captured so that personalized ads are displayed.

How much?

A Surfshark Antivirus can be signed in three modalities, all of them with automatic renewal, but with different periodicity:

• Monthly subscription: R$ 68,83 for one month;
• Annual subscription: BRL 21,21 per month (BRL 254,49 in total);
• Bi-annual subscription: BRL 10,89 per month (BRL 283,19 in total, with free gift for two more months).

Purchasing additional features requires an out-of-pocket payment. That is, the prices above are for the antivirus subscription only. Recruitment can be made at Surfshark official website, with values ​​in Brazilian real.

For the entire month of November 2022, each month of the biannual subscription (with two months free, totaling 26 months of protection) will cost just R$10,61. The value for the annual subscription (with two months free, totaling 14 months of protection) is costing only R$ 18,01 per month. This contract already includes access to the VPN and other security tools, as it is part of the subscription Surfshark One.

Those who only need a VPN, search incognito mode and send alerts in case of leaks, will need to pay R$ 7,92. After having your account activated, just log in and start using the features.

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