Microsoft has released a consumer version of Defender for Windows, macOS, iOS and Android

Microsoft company Windows, macOS, iOS and Android for operating systems Defender introduced a consumer version of the antivirus application. This antivirus application integrates a simplified control panel and protects all user devices from cyber threats. Thus the consumer version of Defender Microsoft 365 Personal and Microsoft 365 Family is active for subscribers. The capabilities of the antivirus application vary depending on the device used. IOS and for example iPadOS Because the operating systems are closed systems, the Defender version used in them does not have antivirus protection. However, users of the platform can use other features of Defender to secure their devices.

The Android version of Defender has more advanced functionality. It combines antivirus protection, system scanning capabilities and protection against phishing attacks. In Windows, Defender mainly acts as a monitoring panel and does not interfere with the operation of antivirus integrated into the operating system. Defender, which acts as a panel in Windows, allows you to track information about antivirus products from third-party developers. For example Norton and McAfee antiviruses can be brought. The macOS version of the application offers the same capabilities.