Summary: Protect your Mac from viruses and malware by installing and setting up Bitdefender. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth installation and optimal configuration of Bitdefender on your system. Contact us to get a Bitdefender plan that fits your needs.
Step-by-Step Guide to Installing and Setting Up Bitdefender on Mac
Step 1: Contact Us for a Bitdefender Plan
1. Reach out to us at DavLaw Tech Solutions to help you choose the Bitdefender plan that best fits your needs.
– Phone: (207) 449-0364
– Email: [email protected]
Step 2: Purchase and Download Bitdefender
1. Once you’ve selected the right plan with our assistance, you’ll receive an email with purchase confirmation and download instructions.
2. Log in to your Bitdefender Central account to download the Bitdefender installer for Mac.
Step 3: Run the Installer
1. Locate the downloaded installer file (usually in the Downloads folder).
2. Double-click the installer file to begin the installation process.
3. If prompted, drag the Bitdefender icon to the Applications folder to complete the installation.
Step 4: Open Bitdefender
1. Go to the Applications folder and double-click on Bitdefender to launch the application.
2. You may be prompted to enter your Mac’s admin password to allow Bitdefender to make changes to your system.
3. You may also be asked to enable Bitdefender in Security & Privacy settings and grant Full Disk Access:
– Open System Preferences > Security & Privacy.
– Go to the General tab and click Allow for Bitdefender.
– Go to the Privacy tab, select Full Disk Access, and add Bitdefender to the list.
Step 5: Create or Log in to Your Bitdefender Account
1. After launching Bitdefender, you’ll be prompted to create a new Bitdefender account or log in to an existing one.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete this step.
Step 6: Complete the Installation
1. Once logged in, the installer will finalize the installation.
2. Click Start Device Assessment to allow Bitdefender to perform an initial scan of your system.
Warning: Ensure you do not interrupt the installation process to avoid any issues.
Step 7: Perform Initial Scan
1. After installation, Bitdefender will automatically perform a system scan to check for any existing threats.
2. Allow the scan to complete and follow any recommendations provided by Bitdefender.
Step 8: Configure Bitdefender Settings
1. Open Bitdefender from the Applications folder or the system tray.
2. Navigate to settings.
3. Under the Protection tab enable Bitdefender Shield, Scan only new and modified files, and Don’t scan content in backups
3. Under the Advanced tab ensure Try to disinfect or move to quarantine is selected as an action to take on infected files.
4. Switch to the other tab to disable special offers and product reports.
Step 9: Enable Web Protections
1. Navigate to the Protection section.
2. Switch to the Web protection tab.
3. Install Traffic Light extension in your browser by selecting the browser and following the prompts.
Now a Traffic Light indicator will appear in your browser to indicate the safety of a site.
Step 10: Enable Anti-tracker
1. Navigate to the Privacy section.
2. Switch to the Anti-Tracker tab
3. Install The Anti-Tracker extension in your browser by selecting a browser and following the prompts.
Now websites are not going to receive data that could be used to track your identity.
Step 11: Install VPN
1. Navigate to the Privacy section
2. Under the VPN tab you should see an option to install Bitdefender’s VPN.
3. Follow the prompts to set up and customize VPN controls.
Step 12: Update Bitdefender
1. Regular updates are crucial for keeping your protection up-to-date.
2. In Bitdefender, go to the Actions menu
3. Select Update threat information Database
Step 13: Verify Protection Status
1. Check the Bitdefender dashboard to verify that all protection modules are active.
2. Ensure there are no unresolved issues or alerts.
By following these steps and contacting DavLaw Tech Solutions, you can effectively install and configure Bitdefender on your Mac, providing robust protection against various online threats.
