McAfee Internet Security Suite - Special Edition from AOL FAQs

Members on certain AOL Advantage Plans are eligible for McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL. To view what your AOL Plan has to offer, check out your AOL MyBenefits page at mybenefits.aol.com.

With identity theft on the rise and new levels of sophistication in online threats, AOL is offering eligible members complimentary premium McAfee security software that provides up-to-date protection for up to three computers. McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL is our most comprehensive security suite, including firewall protection and our maximum defense against viruses, spyware and other security threats.

This service normally costs $80 annually, but you get it at no additional charge as part of your membership when you are on an eligible plan. You can activate your McAfee Internet Security Suite - Special edition from AOL by downloading the online software today at aol.com/products/adv-lp/mcafee and immediately start protecting your computers.

Once you’ve activated your McAfee security software, you will have continued complimentary access to your McAfee service for as long as you remain on an eligible AOL Advantage Plan.

FAQs

Am I eligible for McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL?

Members on certain AOL Advantage Plans are eligible for McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL. To view what your AOL Plan has to offer, check out your AOL MyBenefits page at mybenefits.aol.com.

How do I get McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL?

If you are eligible, download your McAfee security software today at aol.com/products/adv-lp/mcafee on up to three computers.

How long does my McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL benefit last?

Once you’ve successfully downloaded your McAfee security software at aol.com/products/adv-lp/mcafee, you will have continued access to this service for as long as you remain on an eligible AOL Advantage Plan.

How many personal computers can I protect with my McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL benefit?

You can download the McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL on up to three of your personal computers.

Note: McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL is not available for Mac. 

Will I lose McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL if I change my AOL Advantage Plan or cancel AOL?

Yes. If you move to an AOL Advantage Plan that does not offer McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL as a benefit, you will lose this service. This also applies if you cancel AOL or move to a Free AOL account.

What are the benefits to McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special Edition from AOL?

McAfee Internet Security Suite – Special edition from AOL provides premium security protection for up to three computers against the latest online threats in four important ways:

  • Guards your PC with anti-virus software
  • Blocks potentially unwanted programs with anti-spyware
  • Helps stop hackers in their tracks with a powerful firewall
  • Safeguards your personal information online with identity theft protection features

Also included are anti-spam and email protection and PC optimization features.