

ESET HOME Security Essential
Standard subscription: multi-layered protection against modern cyber threats, phishing and spyware. Home network security.
What you get
A standard subscription that gives you multi-layered protection against many kinds of modern cyber threats: hacker attacks, phishing sites, spyware, spam and more. It also keeps you safe while you browse and protects your home network and connected devices.
The key arrives by email once the payment is confirmed. If the key doesn't work, we'll replace it or refund you.
ESET: 30+ years in IT security · 1+ bn users · made in the EU · AV-Comparatives Product of the Year 2024 (according to official ESET materials).
Full official description on the ESET website: www.eset.com.ua/home/protection-plans/
What's included
Modern device protection
- Antivirus, anti-spyware and anti-phishing
- Ransomware protection
- Advanced machine learning
- Script-based attack protection
- UEFI scanner
- Exploit blocker (hidden threats)
Online and payment protection
- Firewall and network attack protection
- Safe banking and browsing
- Secure browser
- Browser privacy and security extension
- Anti-spam
- Botnet protection
Network and privacy
- Home network security (Network Inspector)
- Webcam and microphone protectionnew
- Parental control
- Anti-theft
- Brute-force attack protection
Feature list based on ESET's official description of its home products.
Who it's for
Families with several devices
One subscription covers Windows, macOS and Android — from 2 to 8 devices within the chosen configuration.
People who pay online
Safe banking and a protected browser for payments, shopping and online banking.
Smart home owners
Network Inspector sees every connected device and protects your home network from intrusions.
ESET HOME Security Premium
The same core protection plus features Essential doesn't have (according to ESET's official plan comparison):
- Data protection with encryption
- VPN
- Protection from new threats with ESET LiveGuard
- Folder protection with ESET Folder Guard
People ask about ESET HOME Security Essential
ESET Internet Security or Smart Security Premium — what to buy now?
New ESET Internet Security and ESET Smart Security Premium licences are no longer sold. The same programs are included in the ESET HOME Security Essential and Premium subscriptions.
Free ESET keys 2026 — do they work?
No. They're someone else's licences: ESET blocks them and the program falls back to trial mode. An official key is registered in your name. More about the ESET key.
How many devices does one subscription cover?
It depends on the configuration you choose — you pick the number of devices and the term before you buy. One subscription covers Windows, macOS and Android within the chosen number.
What's the difference between Essential and Premium?
Premium adds data encryption, VPN, ESET LiveGuard and ESET Folder Guard — according to ESET's official plan comparison. The full list of differences is in the section above.
Does it protect Mac computers?
Yes, macOS protection is part of the subscription — together with Windows and Android.
How will I get my licence?
The key arrives by email once the payment is confirmed. It's registered in your ESET HOME account (home.eset.com), where you manage your devices and subscription.
Can I renew my existing licence?
Yes. Use the “Licence renewal” section — the new term is added to your current licence with no gap.
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