Webroot Secure Anywhere Antivirus

 

Pros

• Top scored on Malware and removal test done by PCMag

• Fast installation and scan

• Offers security and can manage Android applications

• There is no problem in syncing files between PCs

• It has a system analyzer that finds performance and protection issues

• It has 25GB hosted online backup

 

Cons

• Component for antiphishing is not as efficient

• No anti-spam or parental control

 

Protection Score – 33%

 

Performance Score – 58%

 

Usability Score – 100%

 

Scope of Protection

 

How to Install

Installation for this product is impressive. The size of the software can be attached on an email which is amazing. Due to its lightweight characteristic which is 560KB, it can be downloaded and installed in less than a minute.

 

The Change installation option that is situated at the bottom of the installer window can be randomized. While you are installing, the software has began scanning your system. This makes the installation shorter compared to other antivirus programs.

 

How to Use

Using the software is not a tedious task as they have created a great interface so users can better manage their security. Menus on the dashboard have the color of brushed metal that has green highlights. Adjusting the settings is easier as they have provided large buttons and sliders.

 

The dashboard contains 5 tabs which consist of the Overview, PC Security, Identity and Privacy, Backup and Sync and the System Tools. Below, you can find My Account Settings, Setting and Help and Support. The overview tab shows your security status that is color coded, red would mean you are not safe while green is you are protected. Starting a scan can be done in this tab.

 

PC Security has its own tabs that are for Scans, Shields, Firewall and Quarantine while the Identity and Privacy tab updates you with any identity threats. Backup and Sync will oblige you to download an extra component for your protection. System Tools are the different tools like System Cleaner, System Control, Report Lab and Submit a file.

 

There are a lot of options that you can check while you are in the dashboard. It might be a little difficult to figure out at first but as you continue to use them, you will understand that these are used to better manage your security.

 

Features

• Secure Browsing protects any users from antiphishing any suspicious threats that are virtually hidden so it can easily access any important data files from your PC. Webroot has the largest database of malware which can easily detect any known and unknown threats.

• Firewall obstructs any keyloggers and screengrabbers that tries to steal your identity information.

• It works with any antivirus as this is cloud-based.

• Webroot can create unique passwords for you and stores them so you can log in to your favorite sites without worrying on your protection.

 

Help and Support

There are various ways that Webroot gives it users for support. There are tutorials with videos that aid you with the installation, creation the account and the management of passwords. FAQs are also available for you to check and general updates if there are new information that they have gathered. If you need a technician to guide you through any issues, you just need to open a support ticket online for you to call one of the representatives. You may also Tweet and they will surely answer or advice you once they got it.