Antivirus is non-negotiable for a PC. And while Windows’s built-in security is good, you can further increase your protection with an independent security suite—like Bitdefender, which is on sale in the PCWorld Software Store for just $22.50 during Black Friday week , or 78 percent off.

This deal is for a Bitdefender Total Security 2026 5-device, 1-year subscription, which normally costs $110 per year through Bitdefender directly. If you need more devices or a longer subscription term, you can instead grab a 10-device, 1-year subscription for $40 (64 percent off) or a 5-device, 2-year subscription for $50 (68 percent off). These licenses are valid for US, UK, and EU residents.

Bitdefender Total Security’s strongest asset is its antivirus engine, which is better at catching malware

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