With phishing and ransomware on the rise, its never been more important for users to protect their devices.

But with so many vendors to choose from how can you know which product is the best for your device.

The German security company says that it helps keep 500 million people more secure online and offers freemium software.

If youre forgettable, you can also schedule security scans, which runs silently in the background and updates virus definition databases automatically.

Upgrading from the free version offers some additional benefits.

The tool checks for hidden links in social networks and in emails to stop cybercriminals gaining access to a device.

Shoppers can make the most of the price comparison tool that comes with the premium offering.

The tool can help customers find secure and safe discounts and coupons on the web.

The software can protect against unwanted callers and block phishing websites.

Additionally on browsers, Unlimited VPN can secure and anonymize traffic from the Chrome browser.

The software will also create and remember unhackable passwords, making security even easier for users.

For starters, for people who have less than five devices they are paying only approximately 30 less for protection for up to five rather than for 25 devices.

An annual subscription for Avira Prime for five devices is 99.99 compared to 25 devices priced at 129.99.

For example, the Android version of Prime includes network protection and antivirus protection.

This is more of a reflection of the restrictions posed by the Apple operating systems with Avria working within the parameters provided to them.

It offers real-time monitoring and protection as well as cross-platform operating for those families that like to mix and match when it comes to mobile vendors.

You can also opt for just the antivirus portion of it at just 9.99 per year.

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