What You Need

  • A PC or MacBook with internet connection
  • Mcafee activation code

Step 1: Enter the activation code

  • Go to the McAfee activation page.
  • Type the 25 characters of the activation code in the input field. The activation code can be found in the box or on a card.
  • Press Send.


Step 2: Log in with Mcafee

  • Enter your email address to log in to McAfee. If you already have an account, your e-mail address is automatically recognized by the system. If you do not have an account yet, you will receive a registration form in addition to a confirmation email.
  • Click * Next *.
  • In the next step you will get an overview of the data you have entered. If they are correct, click * Send *.

Step 3: Create an account

If you do not have an account yet, follow the steps below.

  • Open the e-mail with the title “Create Your McAfee Password” and click the link in the mail in step 1.
  • Enter your password at * New Password * and enter it again at * Re-enter New Password * and click Save.
  • You will now be taken to the McAfee login page. Enter your e-mail address and password and click Log in.

Step 4: Download

  • If you are not yet logged in, go to home.mcafee.com and sign up. N * Go to the tab * My Apps * and select the Mcafee package you have purchased here. N * Click * Download * . n * Read and accept the license agreement via * Agree and Download *. n * You will now see a screen with the serial number of your software package. It is recommended to take this code. Meanwhile, the file is being downloaded.


Step 5: Install

  • Go to the location where you saved the file.
  • You now have the choice of * complete installation * or * custom installation *. Complete installation ensures that all components of the software program are installed. Custom installation allows you to choose which parts of the software you want to install.
  • Choose one of the two options and click * Next * or * Next * to start the installation.
  • Press * Finish * when the installation is complete.

Step 6: Computer Protected

The computer is now protected with McAfee antivirus software. You can now use the internet and mail it with peace of mind.