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title: "Do I have to run anti-virus on a Mac?"  
description: "Do I have to run anti-virus on a Mac?"  
author: "Richardson hayes"  
published: 2018-09-19  
canonical: https://answers.mindstick.com/qa/50030/do-i-have-to-run-anti-virus-on-a-mac  
category: "troubleshooting"  
tags: ["mac troubleshooting"]  
reading_time: 1 minute  

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# Do I have to run anti-virus on a Mac?

Do I have to run anti-virus on a [Mac](https://www.mindstick.com/articles/12464/what-is-mac-o-s)?

## Answers

### Answer by Hitesh Vohra

In a nutshell, you do. **Malware may infect Mac systems**, and Mac-targeted assaults are becoming more common. Following best practices for device security and utilizing built-in security features will assist, but **antivirus software** can go even farther in protecting your device. \
When it comes to selecting a solution, we recommend **Intego, a specialized Mac antivirus** product that provides a **high degree of security at a low cost.**


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