Microsoft Defender: Antivirus

Name: Microsoft Defender: Antivirus
Rating: 4.3893394 (45467 reviews)
Author: Microsoft Corporation

Everyday online security in one app. Safeguard your identity and your data

Microsoft Defender: Antivirus is an all-in-one security app that safeguards your personal identity, privacy, and devices against online threats. With features like antivirus scanning, threat monitoring, and identity theft protection, it helps keep you and your family safe. Users can manage security for multiple devices in one place, receive timely threat alerts, and access expert guidance. Available through a Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription, it ensures trusted device protection and continuous identity monitoring.

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By: Microsoft Corporation

Downloads: 13,857,974

172.76K

Rating: 4.39

(45,467)

0.03

Version: 1.0.7427.0101 (Last updated: 2025-03-17)

Version code: 742700112

Creation date: 2020-08-17

Permissions:

BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE
android.permission.INTERNET

Size: 44.42M

Email: at*****@microsoft.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Source: Google Play Store

Updated: a day ago

Ranking

# 9,066 ▲ 91

Other rankings

#90 in Tools (Gross) ▼ 6

#159 in Tools (Free) ▲

#8 in malware keyword 82 ▲ 4

#9 in antivirus keyword 88 ▲ 2

#9 in software keyword 40 ▼ 4

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User reviews

Pros

Provides basic protection for Android devices
Runs in the background without much intrusion
Offers VPN functionality for public Wi-Fi
Relatively simple and user-friendly interface
Free to use with basic features and capabilities

Cons

Can slow down device performance noticeably
Web protection feature frequently turns off
Issues with app stability and freezing
Requires a Microsoft 365 subscription for full features
Poor customer support and handling of refunds

Most mentioned

Slows down phone performance significantly
Web protection not functioning consistently
App freezing or crashing issues
Demand for Microsoft 365 subscription despite it being already owned
Notifications and alerts are often annoying or excessive

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User reviews

I downloaded this app on a trial basis because I felt that my phone was a bit slow. I did not notice any change while it was installed. I am upset because I was seeking a refund of $9.95 and did not get it. I was given the turn-around: Play Store said No, ask the Developer Microsoft. Microsoft said No, ask the Play Store where you bought it. I am still waiting to hear from the Play Store again... I did not want to continue the subscription and have long since uninstalled Defender.

Sherry Williams, 2025-01-20

Great on the drawing board but it slowed my phone down, drastically. And I couldn't use my real location to let stores know I had arrived. Helpful but not. Finally, turned it off, ultimately uninstalled. Also, on a more timely note, I did turn defender on again but it completely possesses my phone. I couldn't get pictures from my daughter. This app is too intrusive. I can do good doing two-step verification, changing my passwords and being proactive with my credit. No thanks.