Malware or antivirus software for MBP?

[JCW228]

I bought a 2024 MBP last year and have been wondering if it’s necessary to use some type of antivirus and/or malware software. If so, does anyone have any recommendations? I don’t want to have to spend much.

Thank you!

 

[Apple_Robert]

In my opinion, it isn’t needed.

Protecting against malware in macOS

On macOS devices, malware defenses are structured using the following: App Store, or Gatekeeper combined with Notarization, and XProtect.

support.apple.com

 

[JCW228]

In my opinion, it isn’t needed.

Protecting against malware in macOS

On macOS devices, malware defenses are structured using the following: App Store, or Gatekeeper combined with Notarization, and XProtect.

support.apple.com

Thanks for the advice and this information!

 

[chown33]

Moderation Note

Please see the existing thread on the topic in the Mac Apps forum:

Virus/Malware program recommendations? [MERGED]

Are you guys using it

forums.macrumors.com

Please take any further discussion there.