Main Features
Our team has researched Norton Antivirus, which offers multiple plans, including Norton 360 Standard, Deluxe, and Premium. The main features of this product include:
- Multilayered security and protection
- Cloud backup
- Password Protector
- 100% Virus Protector Promise
- Deepfake Protection
- Dark Web Monitoring (Deluxe and Premium)
- Private VPN network for secure internet browsing
- 60-day moneyback guarantee
System Requirements
Norton Antivirus is compatible with most popular platforms, including older versions of Windows and iOS. We like the fact that you can use Norton Antivirus even if your device does not have the latest upgrade.
- Windows 7 or later with Service Pack 1 (SP 1) or later
- MacOS 10.13 or later
- Android 10 or later (must have Google Play app installed)
- ColorOS 7.1 or later (must have Google Play app installed)
- iOS iPhones and iPads running the previous two versions of Apple iOS
Plans Overview
Norton offers a variety of plans, from the lowest price Plus Plan to the highest priced Norton 360 Advanced and Premium Plans. First-time subscribers enjoy a reduced price for the first year. We think you’ll be especially impressed with the features that come with the Standard, Deluxe, and Premium plans.
Standard
Costing slightly more than the entry-level Plus plan, the Standard plan can be used on one PC, Mac, tablet, or phone. It offers antivirus, malware, ransomware, and hacking protection, along with 10GB Cloud backup. It comes with a 100% Virus Protection Promise and a Password Protector. Also included is Norton’s innovative, AI-powered Deepfake Protection that warns of malicious, AI-generated audio and video content. A private VPN network rounds out the security features of the Standard plan.
Deluxe
The Norton 360 Deluxe plan has a mid-range price and includes the features in the Standard Plan. It can be used simultaneously on 5 devices and offers 50 GB Cloud backup, making it a great plan for families with multiple PCs or mobile devices. Additional features include Scam Protection, Parental Controls, and Dark Web Monitoring, which scans the dark web and notifies you if it finds your personal information.
Premium
Norton 360’s Premium plan offers the antivirus and security features of the Standard and Deluxe plan and is the highest priced of the three plans. Additional features include 100 GB of Cloud backup as well as Privacy Monitor, which alerts you when it finds your personal data on data broker (people-search) sites. The Premium Plan will work simultaneously on 10 devices.
Norton Antivirus: Pros and Any Limitations
Now that we’ve discussed the main features of Norton Antivirus and Norton 360, we will share our opinion of its pros and any limitations. Our team has researched Norton Antivirus and we share our opinion based on that research.
Multilayered Real-Time Protection
We’re impressed with the multilayered protection offered by Norton Antivirus. The real-time antivirus, malware, ransomware, and hacking protection ensures that your personal information is protected whenever you’re online. It constantly scans for real-time threats as you browse the web, use applications, or download content. Every Norton Antivirus and Norton 360 plan prevents malicious third parties from installing malware and compromising your privacy and security. We also like the firewall that hides your data from unwanted eyes.
Cloud Backup
Another thing we like about Norton Antivirus is the Cloud Backup that comes with every plan. We think you’ll appreciate being able to store important documents in the cloud. Thanks to this feature, you don’t have to worry about losing files or having information compromised due to ransomware or a lost PC.
Protection Against Malicious AI Content
These days, AI-generated content is a real threat, especially on social media. Norton 360 offers robust protection against this issue. Deepfake Protection is, in our opinion, one of the most impressive features of Norton 360 Antivirus. It’s AI-powered and uses algorithms to identify AI-manipulated voice and video content. It also detects scams in real time, protecting you from malicious online actors. Additionally, Norton’s mobile app includes Norton Genie, which lets you paste links for AI analysis.
Dark Web and Data Broker Site Monitoring
Online data brokers gather and sell your personal information and increase the risk of identity theft. Your information can also end up on the dark web, making it vulnerable to theft. With Norton 360 Deluxe and Premium Plans, you get identity protection with the Dark Web Monitor and Privacy Monitor. This feature notifies you when it finds your personal information on the dark web or on data broker sites and helps you secure your information.
Parental Control
The internet is not always a safe place for kids. That’s why we think that if your entire family uses the internet, you’ll like the Parental Control included with the Deluxe and Premium Plans. It has protective features that let you set screen time limits, block specific websites and content, and monitor your kids’ devices via a single dashboard. Norton 360’s Parental Control helps you have peace of mind about your kids’ internet activity.
Ease of Use
We like the uncluttered, intuitive dashboard and the easy-to-use mobile app. Download and installation are straightforward and completed by following a series of prompts. Once installed, many of the Norton Antivirus features automatically run in the background. One possible limitation is that the number and variety of features in this product may at first seem overwhelming. Fortunately, the dashboard is streamlined and easy to navigate.
60-Day Moneyback Guarantee
All Norton Antivirus plans come with a 60-day moneyback guarantee, longer than guarantees offered by many other antivirus products. This is an important detail because it lets you take your time to decide if Norton Antivirus is right for you. It provides about two months to try all the features that come with your plan, from the VPN to Deepfake Protection. If you decide that Norton Antivirus isn’t a good fit, you can contact Norton Customer Support within 60 days and get a refund.
Customer Support
We like the fact that Norton offers a variety of customer support options so you can get prompt help with your questions or issues. There are a virtual assistant and a live chat with a live agent. Other options include a “contact us” page as well as user guides and a blog. Whichever method you prefer for contacting support, there’s an option for you.
Norton 360: Antivirus and VPN in One Package
Norton 360 provides security and protection in multiple areas – all in one package. First, robust antivirus protection provides multilayered, real-time protection against malicious actors.
Plus, you get a private VPN network that hides your IP and protects your online privacy. The VPN encrypts your internet data and includes a kill switch to automatically block internet access if your VPN is disabled. For an added layer of protection, there’s a double VPN that sends your traffic through two separate encrypted tunnels. You can choose from multiple server locations so you can use the best server for your needs.
The secure VPN works on all devices that are compatible with Norton 360: Windows PC, Mac, iOS, and Android. You can therefore enjoy its privacy and security features no matter which device you are using.
Norton Antivirus Review: Concluding Thoughts
Norton Antivirus offers a variety of plans and features to suit user’s needs. We like the real-time, multilayered protection against threats ranging from AI-manipulated content to malware. We are especially impressed with the all-in-one package of Norton 360, which includes a VPN with its antivirus plans. The VPN includes encryption, kill switch, double VPN, and other features one would expect from a stand-alone VPN.
Learning to use all the features of Norton Antivirus can take time, even with a streamlined user interface. Therefore, we like the 60-day moneyback guarantee that gives you time to become familiar with the product. There are also helpful customer support options, from live chat to online user guides.
For all the above reasons and based on our research, we believe that Norton Antivirus and Norton 360 offer value to consumers. It offers real-time, comprehensive security and privacy protection for internet activity. We like the fact that Norton 360 provides comprehensive antivirus and VPN in one package.
