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Intego Mac Security

@IntegoSecurity

Intego is the leader in Mac security, protecting Apple users from the dangers of the Internet since 1997. Follow for The Mac Security Blog and Podcast updates.

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Joined March 2011
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🎃 Your Halloween plans can include a few scares. Your Mac shouldn’t. Save up to 40% on Intego ONE and get antivirus protection built for Mac. Ends 1 November. intego.com/buynow
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A fake iPhone Duo preorder page is using a $500 voucher to lure visitors into a DarkSword exploit targeting vulnerable iPhones. The preorder offer is fake. Don’t follow purchase links from ads or messages; visit Apple or a trusted retailer directly.
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Which apps open when your Mac starts? Login items can be useful, but the list often grows unnoticed. Check System Settings > General > Login Items & Extensions. Remove what you no longer need, but check unfamiliar items before switching them off. #MacTips #MacSecurity
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A strong password matters, but it isn’t the only protection your account needs. If your password is stolen, two-factor authentication adds another check before someone can sign in. Enable 2FA wherever it’s available, especially on important accounts. #OnlineSecurity #2FA
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A sponsored search result can still lead to malware. Mac users are being sent to fake Codex download pages that tell them to paste a command into Terminal. That command installs malware instead. Never run Terminal commands from an installer page. intego.com/mac-security-blog…
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Intego ONE for iPhone is here. 📱 Protect your Mac and iPhone with one Intego ONE Complete subscription — with safer Wi-Fi checks, VPN privacy, and iPhone security checks. Learn more: intego.com/products/iphone-s…
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Mac security: truth or myth? Over the next few weeks, we’re putting some common claims to the test: • Macs don’t get viruses • Private browsing makes you anonymous • Built-in Mac security is all you need Which one should we tackle first? #MacSecurity #Cybersecurity
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🚨 New Phishing Scam Alert! Fraudsters are now tricking Google’s systems into sending phishing emails on their behalf and linking to Google-hosted phishing sites. What are the signs to watch out for? @theJoshMeister breaks down all the red flags🚩: 🔗intego.com/mac-security-blog…
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💐Spring Into Cyber Safety! Whether you're safeguarding personal data or business systems, now is the time to refresh your defenses and stay one step ahead of emerging threats. Don't miss out on this great deal. Offer ends soon! 🔗offer.intego.com/Blog_Spring…
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Tired of being tracked every time you search? Is Google really the best option for privacy? Intego breaks down how popular search engines compare in terms of protecting your data: 🔗intego.com/mac-security-blog…
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