Kaspersky Security Cloud Review

Kaspersky Security Cloud is a free antivirus scanner and cleaner that can protect your desktop device from malware threats. It also provides upgrades for extra tools that can improve your computer's protection and increase its performance.

AV-Test tests show that it can defend against the most common malware attacks without sacrificing performance. It's a powerful application that can run on Windows, Mac and Linux computers.

The program's UI is sleek and modern, with most functions easily accessible by clicking on the main screen. The app also includes a browser extension that can save passwords for you to autofill on sites that require a password.

In addition, it can block dangerous websites and track your web activity in real time. Its anti-phishing and spyware protection is good too, while its Safe Money feature lets you open banking sites in a window that can't be opened by other applications.

This is all backed up by the same antivirus engine that powers Total Security. Its impact on general system performance is well below industry averages, too.

Its user interface is clean and easy to use, with the main screen displaying green checkmarks or red "x"s when your device is protected or not. Changing settings or renewing your licenses is simple, too.

The program's browser extensions, for Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox, help keep you away from phishing and malware-infested websites. Its family plan allows you to share security apps with up to nine people - and it has parental controls for kids.