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Surfshark Antivirus
What Surfshark Antivirus is
Surfshark Antivirus is a paid antivirus for Windows, macOS, and Android, included only with the Surfshark One bundle rather than sold separately. It checks apps and files in real time while they download, install, and run. Webcam protection can block unauthorized access by apps or websites and alert you when attempts occur. You can schedule scans, choose quick or full scans, and exclude files. Surfshark says its malware database refreshes every three hours, while Cloud Protect checks files for zero-day threats. Support covers Windows 10 or later, macOS Big Sur 11 or later, and Android 10 or later; Windows ARM and non-64-bit Android devices are incompatible. The product supports up to five devices. AV-Test scores are 6/6 for protection, 4.5/6 for performance, and 6/6 for usability. A seven-day trial and 30-day money-back guarantee are advertised.
Who it suits
It suits users who want antivirus alongside Surfshark One’s VPN, Alert, Search, and Alternative ID. Check the listed operating-system and device limits before subscribing.
What it does well
- Real-time checks during downloads, installs, and use
- Webcam blocking with access alerts
- Scheduled, quick, and full scans
- Cloud Protect checks for zero-day threats
- AV-Test certified protection and usability scores
What to know first
- Available only inside the Surfshark One bundle
- No free plan
- Windows ARM devices are incompatible
- Android support excludes non-64-bit devices
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Surfshark One | ¥10,476 for the first 27 months, including 3 extra months; VAT may apply. · Antivirus · VPN · Alert · Search · Alternative ID | ¥388 a year |
As surfshark.com lists them, read 12 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
Surfshark Antivirus combines real-time malware checks, webcam controls, and flexible scanning with support for up to five devices. It is a bundle component, so users seeking standalone antivirus must look elsewhere.
Facts from Surfshark Antivirus's own pages
- Bundle only
- Surfshark Antivirus is not available as a standalone product; it comes in the Surfshark One bundle. · surfshark.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Company history
- Surfshark says it launched its VPN in 2018 and launched Surfshark Antivirus in 2021. · surfshark.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Customer support
- Surfshark says it offers 24/7 customer support via live chat or email and does not have a phone number. · surfshark.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Device limit
- The product page says Antivirus supports up to five devices. · surfshark.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Device support
- Antivirus supports Windows 10 or later, macOS Big Sur 11 or later, and Android 10 or later; Windows ARM and non-64-bit Android devices are incompatible. · surfshark.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2018 · surfshark.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Amsterdam, Netherlands · surfshark.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Independent certification
- Surfshark Antivirus is AV-Test certified, with scores of 6/6 for protection, 4.5/6 for performance, and 6/6 for usability. · surfshark.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Malware protection
- The software checks apps and files in real time during downloads, installations, and use. · surfshark.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Refund period
- Surfshark advertises a 30-day money-back guarantee for the subscription. · surfshark.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Scan controls
- Users can exclude files, schedule scans, and choose full or quick scans. · surfshark.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Threat updates
- Surfshark says its malware database is updated every three hours and its Cloud Protect scans files for zero-day threats. · surfshark.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Webcam protection
- It can block unauthorized app or website access to the webcam and alert the user about access attempts. · surfshark.com, 12 Oct 2026
Where Surfshark Antivirus stands on Freedom251
- Antivirus for Mac#33 of 43
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