Malware Protection

macOS has built-in malware protection:

• XProtect: Scans for known malware signatures, updates automatically
• Gatekeeper: Blocks unsigned software
• Notarization: Apple scans developer-submitted apps for malware
• System Integrity Protection (SIP): Prevents modification of system files

Do You Need Antivirus?

For most people, no. macOS built-in protections are sufficient if you:

• Only install apps from the App Store or known developers
• Keep macOS updated
• Don't disable Gatekeeper or SIP
• Practice basic email and browsing safety

If you want extra protection (especially for work), consider:

Tool	Price
Malwarebytes	Free (basic scan)
ClamXAV	$29.95/yr