Windows Device Protection - Sophos Home
Free download and 30-day trial of Sophos Home Premium
Why Your Windows PC Needs Malware Protection
The cyber threat landscape is evolving all the time and attack patterns are becoming even more sophisticated. It's not just organizations that are being targeted by cybercriminals - individuals and their home PCs are on the radar as well. It's time to move from legacy security solutions to next-gen protection that is purpose-built for combatting advanced threats. Sophos antivirus for Windows offers all-encompassing business grade security that brings unparalleled protection to your Windows PCs and checks all the boxes.
Keep malware at bay with a deep malware scan that unearths hidden threats and removes them from your computer. AI threat detection capabilities leverage security intelligence to protect your PC from never-before-seen malware before it has a chance to create havoc. Sophos Home for Windows also uses cutting-edge ransomware technology to protect personal information. It stops unknown processes from encrypting your data and rolls back all changes.
With Sophos Home, you get protection for the whole family, which can be managed easily with a cloud-based interface. This security solution delivers enterprise-level web protection and parental web filtering for a safe and secure web-browsing experience.
Download a free trial of Sophos Home and get comprehensive security for your Windows 10, and 11 PC.
Windows Features
Predictive Artificial Intelligence (AI) Threat Detection
Identifies and blocks never-before-seen malware - including deep learning capabilities.
- Sophos Home Trial
- Yes
- Expires after free 30-day trial
- Sophos Home Premium
- Yes
Real-Time Scanning
Protects against known computer viruses, malware, Trojans, worms, bots, potentially unwanted apps (PUAs), ransomware, and more.
- Sophos Home Trial
- Yes
- Expires after free 30-day trial
- Sophos Home Premium
- Yes
Parental Website Filtering
Allows you to control the content your children can view online.
- Sophos Home Trial
- Yes
- Expires after free 30-day trial
- Sophos Home Premium
- Yes
Web Protection
Leverages the vast SophosLabs blacklist database to block compromised or dangerous websites.
- Sophos Home Trial
- Yes
- Expires after free 30-day trial
- Sophos Home Premium
- Yes
Remote Management
Secures multiple PCs and Macs in any location from a simple web interface.
- Sophos Home Trial
- Yes
- Expires after free 30-day trial
- Sophos Home Premium
- Yes
Advanced Real-Time Threat Prevention
Protects against new and developing viruses, malware, potentially unwanted apps (PUAs), and program exploits to prevent infection from the latest threats.
- Sophos Home Trial
- Yes
- Expires after free 30-day trial
- Sophos Home Premium
- Yes
Ransomware Security
Stops the latest ransomware from encrypting your files and drives.
- Sophos Home Trial
- Yes
- Expires after free 30-day trial
- Sophos Home Premium
- Yes
Advanced Web Security
Blocks phishing sites and bad or compromised websites for safe browsing and shopping.
- Sophos Home Trial
- Yes
- Expires after free 30-day trial
- Sophos Home Premium
- Yes
Banking Protection
Protects your banking and credit card information from being intercepted by third parties.
- Sophos Home Trial
- Yes
- Expires after free 30-day trial
- Sophos Home Premium
- Yes
Advanced Malware Scan and Clean
Removes any traces of previous viruses, malware, spyware, and other infections.
- Sophos Home Trial
- Yes
- Expires after free 30-day trial
- Sophos Home Premium
- Yes
Premium Support
Live email and chat from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. EST Monday - Friday, plus access our 24/7 Knowledge Base.
- Sophos Home Trial
- Yes
- Expires after free 30-day trial
- Sophos Home Premium
- Yes
Number of protected devices
Windows PC and MacOS devices (note: Android and iOS devices are unlimited)
- Sophos Home Trial
- 3
- Sophos Home Premium
- 10
| Windows Features | Sophos Home Trial Download Now | Sophos Home Premium Buy Now |
|---|---|---|
Predictive Artificial Intelligence (AI) Threat DetectionIdentifies and blocks never-before-seen malware - including deep learning capabilities. | Yes Expires after free 30-day trial | Yes |
Real-Time ScanningProtects against known computer viruses, malware, Trojans, worms, bots, potentially unwanted apps (PUAs), ransomware, and more. | Yes Expires after free 30-day trial | Yes |
Parental Website FilteringAllows you to control the content your children can view online. | Yes Expires after free 30-day trial | Yes |
Web ProtectionLeverages the vast SophosLabs blacklist database to block compromised or dangerous websites. | Yes Expires after free 30-day trial | Yes |
Remote ManagementSecures multiple PCs and Macs in any location from a simple web interface. | Yes Expires after free 30-day trial | Yes |
Advanced Real-Time Threat PreventionProtects against new and developing viruses, malware, potentially unwanted apps (PUAs), and program exploits to prevent infection from the latest threats. | Yes Expires after free 30-day trial | Yes |
Ransomware SecurityStops the latest ransomware from encrypting your files and drives. | Yes Expires after free 30-day trial | Yes |
Advanced Web SecurityBlocks phishing sites and bad or compromised websites for safe browsing and shopping. | Yes Expires after free 30-day trial | Yes |
Banking ProtectionProtects your banking and credit card information from being intercepted by third parties. | Yes Expires after free 30-day trial | Yes |
Advanced Malware Scan and CleanRemoves any traces of previous viruses, malware, spyware, and other infections. | Yes Expires after free 30-day trial | Yes |
Premium SupportLive email and chat from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. EST Monday - Friday, plus access our 24/7 Knowledge Base. | Yes Expires after free 30-day trial | Yes |
Number of protected devicesWindows PC and MacOS devices (note: Android and iOS devices are unlimited) | 3 | 10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The following are the system requirements (latest OS version for full system support):
- Windows 10 64 bit
- Windows 11
Note: ARM architecture is not supported
Web browsers required to access the Sophos Home Dashboard:
- Microsoft Edge
- Chromium Edge
- Apple Safari
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
The following are the hardware requirements
- Memory - Minimum 4 GB of RAM
- Free disk space - Minimum 1 GB of free disk space
Note: Sophos Home Premium users need an additional 3GB of free space available for ransomware protection (CryptoGuard) to work.
A constantly growing threat landscape demands the same breadth of security that can mitigate all kinds of risks. The focus should be on deploying an antivirus that delivers comprehensive security ROI, and plugs all gaps that can be exploited by cybercriminals. You need protection against phishing attacks launched via emails and phishing websites, advanced anti-ransomware technology and predictive AI backed threat protection and much more. Threats have a nasty habit of sneaking into a PC, exploiting minimal security gaps. This is why third-party security like Sophos Home antivirus is a great way to keep your computer safe.
Please note that Sophos Home is for private and non-commercial use. If you would like to use Sophos cybersecurity in a business, commercial, or government organization, we invite you to try Sophos Central for free at Sophos.com