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ESET HOME Security Essential is the entry antivirus protection in the ESET range for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS: it blocks viruses, ransomware and phishing sites, protects banking operations and monitors the home network, with minimal impact on performance. It is the choice of anyone wanting a solid, light defence without accessory features. The license is annual and is delivered by email with the activation code.

Why choose ESET HOME Security Essential

ESET built its reputation on a simple principle: an antivirus should protect without being noticed. Its engine is among the lightest in the sector and keeps working well on computers with a few years behind them, where other suites make the system slow and frustrating to use.

Essential stops at device protection and does not include a password manager, data encryption or VPN. It is the right choice for anyone browsing mainly from a home network, managing credentials another way and above all wanting a reliable antivirus that does not weigh on the computer.

What ESET HOME Security Essential is and what it is for

ESET HOME Security Essential protects the device with an engine combining recognition of already known harmful files with analysis of process behaviour, to catch threats never seen before. Online banking protection opens banking operations in a browser isolated from the rest of the system.

Home network control identifies devices connected to the wi-fi and flags weak router configurations or unknown equipment, useful at home and in a small office. Parental controls and anti-theft functions for mobile devices complete the package, with remote location and locking.

Key features

• Lightweight antivirus engine
  ESET is known for its minimal impact on resources: scans work in the background without slowing the computer, even on older machines.
• Ransomware protection
  A dedicated shield watches for attempts to encrypt documents and blocks processes that behave suspiciously.
• Online banking protection
  Opens banking operations and purchases in a protected browser, isolated from other running programs.
• Home network control
  Identifies devices connected to your home wi-fi and flags routers with weak settings or unknown equipment.
• Parental controls and anti-theft
  Content filters for children and location of lost devices, with remote locking in case of theft.
• Automatic updates
  Definitions update several times a day without intervention, keeping protection aligned with new threats.
• Scheduled scans
  Full scans are scheduled for the hours when the computer is not in use, so work is not slowed down.
• Protection on every system
  The same license covers Windows, macOS, Android and iOS, with protection managed from a single account.

Feature overview of ESET HOME Security Essential

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System requirements

ESET HOME Security Essential is compatible with Windows, macOS, Android and iOS: the license covers devices on different systems. For detailed requirements see the "Requirements" tab on the product page.

Why are licenses priced so low?

As these are retail licenses previously owned and decommissioned by the former holder in accordance with EU Court ruling C-128/2011, they can be purchased at a more affordable price. These official licenses are fully compliant and guaranteed at the best price on the market.

What do I receive after purchase?

By purchasing this product you will receive the official download of the software from the ESET website, the license for activation and complete instructions for a correct installation.

Advantages of the Licensel License

• Fast delivery by email
  You receive the license and the download link within a few minutes of your order.
• Always free support
  Our technicians assist you via Live Chat and email, at no additional cost.
• Invoice included
  The invoice is issued automatically once the purchase is complete.
• Trusted Shops partner shop
  The official Trusted Shops guarantee protects every purchase made on Licensel.

How to buy and activate

1. Choose your edition
   Select the version you need and complete your order in a few clicks.
2. Receive the license by email
   Within a few minutes you receive the official download link and the license for activation.
3. Install and activate
   Download the software from the manufacturer's official website and enter the license to complete activation.
4. Support included
   For any question our technicians are available via Live Chat and email.

How to download and install ESET HOME Security Essential

After purchase you receive the activation code and the official download link by email. Download ESET from the eset.com website, install it and enter the code you received at first launch: protection starts immediately and the program automatically downloads definition updates. To protect smartphones and tablets too, simply install the app and sign in with the same account. If you prefer to be guided step by step, our technicians can assist you during installation.

Need help with installation?

No problem: our technicians are available via the Live Chat at the bottom right of the website to assist you in real time.