McAfee launches basic and premium version of Mobile Security

McAfee has announced the release of its updated version of McAfee Mobile Security, including the Multi-user App Profile function which allows consumers to create multiple user profiles or safe zones on one device with customized or restricted access to apps. The new version of the also features the option to choose between a basic or premium version. The premium version provides a full range of security and best-in-class privacy features on top of the basic version capabilities; the basic version provides select antivirus, backup and anti-theft capabilities at no cost.
When consumers contemplate securing their smartphones and tablets, they often think in terms of their susceptibility to mobile malware, overlooking the very real threat to their privacy should their devices become lost or stolen. With McAfee Mobile Security basic we’re helping consumers protect their privacy at a baseline level at no cost, which we hope will help encourage users to take a more proactive role in securing their mobile devices and employ secure computing practices and protections. said Ari Jaaksi, Sr. VP and GM, Mobile Engineering and Operations at McAfee.

To protect consumers against the abusive permissions of these risky apps, McAfee Mobile Security premium now features the Multi-user App Profile function that allows users to create a “safe zone” for kids, friends, family members or even strangers that may pick up or misuse their devices. In addition, the premium version will include a Hidden Device Admin Detector feature, which protects users from Trojans. 

A free two week trial of McAfee Mobile Security with all premium features enabled is available on Google Play.