How to Install mcafee Antivirus?

Use these steps on the PC or Mac you want to install to:

Step 1: Log in to the McAfee website
Go to home.mcafee.com.
Click My Account.
Click Sign In.

If you already have a McAfee account:

Type the email address for your McAfee account.
Type the password for your McAfee account.
Click Log in.

If you do not have a McAfee account:

Click Register Now.
Follow the prompts.

TIP: When you create your account, use a long password with both letters and numbers, for better security.

Click Log In.

Step 2: Start the installation
Select:

The type of device you want to install to.
The McAfee software you want to install.

Click Download.
Read and agree to the License Agreement.
Make a note of the serial number shown. You might be prompted for it later.

TIP: Keep the browser window open so the serial number is always visible.

Follow the instructions to install your McAfee software.

If the install to your Windows PC fails, you might need to run the Pre-Install tool. See the Related Information section for more details.
 
Web installation (recommended)

Open the product packaging and locate the Quick Start guide that includes an Activation/Product Key.
Open a web browser and go to the web install link on the card.
Select your country and type your Activation/Product Key.
When prompted, register as a new user or log in with your existing McAfee account credentials.

CD installation

Insert the McAfee CD into your CD drive.
Read and agree to the End User License Agreement (EULA).
The McAfee installer starts and sometimes prompts you for input.
 
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