ESET The European alternative to Norton / McAfee
Antivirus software with machine learning engine
About ESET
Antivirus program from Slovakia with proprietary malware detection engine and integrated network protection. The software operates with low system load and is subject to European data protection legislation.
Highlights
- ✓ ESET NOD32: one of the most resource-efficient antiviruses
- ✓ Over 30 years of experience in IT security
- ✓ Multiple test winner (VB100, AV-Comparatives)
- ✓ Protection for Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iOS
- ✓ ESET HOME, central management for all devices
Why European?
- → Slovak company, founded and based in the EU
- → ESET as a corporate group is not subject to the US CLOUD Act (cloud components of ESET PROTECT run on Microsoft Azure in EU data centres)
- → Own reputation servers (LiveGrid) in Bratislava
- → On the market since 1992, ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certified
Pricing
NOD32 Antivirus from €29.99/year · Internet Security from €39.99/year · Smart Security Premium from €49.99/year
Frequently asked questions about ESET
What is ESET and what is it used for? +
ESET is a Slovak cybersecurity company from Bratislava, founded in 1992. The NOD32 engine is well-known and considered one of the fastest and most resource-efficient antivirus engines. Current products are named ESET HOME Security Essential, Premium, and Ultimate (consumer) and ESET PROTECT (business). ESET is used by numerous government agencies in Germany and Austria.
Does ESET run on European infrastructure? +
As a Slovak EU company, ESET is not subject to the US CLOUD Act. The cloud components of ESET PROTECT are hosted on Microsoft Azure in European data centers, powered by 100 percent renewable energy. The ESET LiveGrid reputation system uses servers in Bratislava for AI-powered malware analysis. ESET is ISO 27001 certified.
What distinguishes ESET from Norton? +
ESET is a Slovak EU company, while Norton (Gen Digital) is US-American and fully subject to the CLOUD Act. ESET software is known for resource efficiency: the engine runs on older hardware without noticeable slowdown. Norton has a larger portfolio of additional services such as LifeLock identity protection (US focus), which is less relevant in Europe.
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