Bitdefender Family Pack is one security suite that protects all devices in your home. It protects the Mac OS, iOS, Android, and Windows PCs. There is no need to purchase separate security solution of each device. Bitdefender gives Total Security features to every device.
There are some terms and conditions to the unlimited household devices. You can use a maximum of 15 devices. Also, you need to follow the fair usage policy of Bitdefender.
You are not permitted to share or resell the subscription codes. If Bitdefender detects such activities, they may block the license. So, you need to stay cautious. Don’t share the subscription codes with other than family members.
Let’s review the features of Bitdefender Family Pack.
 Developer: Bitdefender |
Overall Rating: 9/10
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| Verdict: Bitdefender Family Pack 2020 is an advanced security solution. It protects multiple devices in your home. You can use it on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices. The detection rate is higher, and the false positive is low. Therefore, it is worth the money you are paying. |
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Setting up Bitdefender Family Pack
The installation of Bitdefender Family Pack is similar to the Bitdefender Total Security 2020. But you need a Bitdefender account to set it up on multiple devices. You can manage different devices through Bitdefender Central. This feature is accessible through the web interface. Also, Bitdefender Central lets you monitor the activity of kids. You can set screen time for children. This setting applies to all devices.
Bitdefender Central is an easy to use interface. It has all the feature to control internet usage of kids. It gives you the option to monitor the calls and texts also. Setup the device and install the Bitdefender product. Then sign-in with your credential. On Windows device, it takes around 17 minutes. While on the Android device it is a matter of seconds. So, the installation time is different on various devices.
User Interface
Bitdefender comes with a simple user interface. The feature names are also easy to understand. It also has different categories of features. So that, the user can quickly locate different components. The home screen displays the status of the device. There are also some notifications and suggestions. You can use them to improve security.
The Windows version lists a few quick actions. You can also add a few others according to your need. Similarly, the macOS version has options to run the scan. It also lists problems with security on the home screen. Use the fix button to solve them.
The Features
Bitdefender Family Pack 2020 is not a product but a bundle. It includes Bitdefender Total Security for Windows, Antivirus for Mac and Android. The Windows version has all features. When it comes to Mac and iOS, features are less. It is because of the Apple software. Apple doesn’t let third-party tools use all the features. So, Bitdefender has limited features for these devices. Let’s take a look at some critical features.
Real-Time Protection
The Real-Time Protection of Bitdefender blocks threats immediately. It checks your internet activity. If there is anything suspicious, it stops them from spreading. It scans the program and files you download. Not only this, but it also prevents you from visiting harmful websites.
Rescue Mode
If any severe threat infects your computer, you can take help of rescue mode. Rescue mode scans your PC deeply. It detects and removes viruses, rootkits, ransomware. Such threats deeply embedded themselves with system files. You cannot remove them easily. So, Bitdefender reboots and scans the PC in boot time. It catches and removes those threats even before they load to the memory.
Anti-Theft
The Anti-Theft feature of Bitdefender lets you locate your device. It helps you to recover the device in lost or stolen cases. It helps you to find your Windows laptop or tablet. There is some extra feature for mobile devices. It gives you the option to remotely locate as well as a wipe or lock your phone. The Android version even captures the picture of the thief. If someone enters your password, PIN, or pattern incorrectly, it catches the pic.
Performance Booster
Bitdefender Family Pack 2020 also improves the performance of the device. It doesn’t use the system resource to do the massive scans. Instead, it transfers the large scans to the cloud. So that, you can enjoy your work without any slowdown.
There is also OneClick Optimizer option. It optimizes the settings of your device for best performance. The Bitdefender Photon adapts to the hardware and software configuration. So that, you can have the best performance of Bitdefender antivirus.
Privacy Features
Bitdefender has different features to protect your privacy. It has VPN and Firewall. The VPN provides 200MB of encrypted internet traffic daily. The Firewall blocks data hunting websites and hackers. So that, you can have an extra layer of security.
Bitdefender Family Pack comes with Parental Control features. Bitdefender works on every device in your home. Thus, it becomes easy to apply parental control settings. You can manage it from Bitdefender Central account. It gives you the option to monitor the activity of your kids. You can also set screen time.
The Password Manager protects all your password. It stores them in a secured vault. It also auto-fills them. You can even create secure passwords with it. The File Shredder lets you delete files securely. It overwrites multiple times and makes the data unrecoverable. Similarly, the File Encryption feature encrypts the files. So that, no one can read those sensitive files.
Bitdefender Family Pack 2020 comes with few new privacy features. One new addition is Anti-Tracker and another one is Microphone Monitor. The Anti-tracker comes with the extension and blocks all the trackers from websites you visit. The Microphone Monitor notifies you when an app access your microphone.
The Value in Terms of Money
The Bitdefender Family Pack 2020 comes in $119.95. With this cost, you can secure all the devices in your home. The price may seem high to some users. But when you compare the cost of all devices, it is way much cheaper. On average, you have to spend $50 for each device. So, if you have more than five devices, you need to pay $250. With Bitdefender Family Pack you can save more than $130.
Also, other security solution doesn’t have all features. Most of them lack VPN and Firewall. Plus, Bitdefender works on most advanced security layers. Also, it is a top antivirus with all modern features. So, there is no need to worry. The value of Bitdefender Family Pack 2020 is way higher than the cost.
Verdict
Bitdefender Family Pack 2020 is an advanced security solution. It protects multiple devices in your home. You can use it on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android devices. The detection rate is higher, and the false positive is low.
Also, it has additional features such as VPN, File Encryption, Firewall for which other security solution charges extra. The unlimited devices tag is a lie.
You can protect up to 15 devices. However, it’s rare that a family has more than 15 devices. With the 15 devices protection, it is still a good deal.
