In some cases, Norton product may block a suspected activity on your computer that matches a security threat behavior. These activities may include download of a file, auto-sync of mobile device with your desktop computer, or Internet access to an application. You may also receive repeated notifications to restart your computer.
If you know that the activity or application that trigger these notifications are safe, you can temporarily turn off Norton for a specified duration.
Turning off Norton Protection leaves your computer vulnerable to attacks. If you want to turn it off for troubleshooting a problem, make sure that you turn it on again.
Norton AntiVirus Plus is ideal for 1 PC or Mac providing real-time threat protection against malware, spyware, ransomware, phishing attacks and other online threats. It is designed to provide multiple layers of protection for your PC or Mac, including firewall protection. Get free support for Norton Security for Mac on how to download, install, uninstall, update and manage renewals & subscriptions.
You can use the Fix Now option in the main window turn on protection.
Video: How to turn off Norton temporarily and to turn off Norton notifications on Windows
Features & Benefits
How Norton Security Online helps protects your PC, Mac, and mobile devices:
- Secures multiple PCs, Macs, smartphones and tablets with a single subscription
- Helps safeguard your private information
- Manages protection for your devices with an easy-to-use web portal
- Remembers, secures and automatically enters your username and passwords
- Alerts you about risky Android apps before you download them
- Easy to install and use
Instructions
Installation Instructions
Follow these quick steps to get started! Comcast.net email address and password are required to continue. Find my email address.
Step 1
Have your Xfinity user ID or Comcast.net email address and password ready.
- If you don't know your user ID, find it.
- Forgot or lost your password? Reset it now.
Step 2
Uninstall any existing security software from your computer, including previous versions of Norton Security.
Click here to begin the Norton Security Online download process.
Log in with your Xfinity user name and password if prompted.
Create or log in to your Norton account.
Download the product on the device you are using or send a link to download on another device.
Step 3
Check tips and tricks if you have any issues or questions about the download process or chat with a Norton customer support representative.
Looking for more help on install? Visit our Support Page or call Norton Support at 1-877-272-7149.
System Requirements
Operating Systems Supported
Norton Security covers PCs, Macs, Androids, iPads and iPhones. Some features are not available on iPad and iPhone.
Windows Operating Systems
- Microsoft Windows 10 (all versions), except Windows 10 S. Edge browser not supported.
- Microsoft Windows 8/8.1 (all versions). Some protection features are not available in Windows 8 Start screen browsers.
- Microsoft Windows 7 (all versions) with Service Pack 1 (SP 1) or later.
- Microsoft Windows Vista (all versions) with Service Pack 1 (SP 1) or later. New features are no longer supported on Windows Vista operating systems. ID Safe browser extension is no longer supported on Windows Vista.
- Microsoft Windows XP (32-bit) Home/Professional with Service Pack 3 (SP 3) or later. New features are no longer supported on Windows XP. ID Safe browser extension is no longer supported on Windows XP.
Mac Operating Systems
- Current and previous two versions of Mac OS.
- Norton Family and Norton Family Premier features not supported.
Android Operating Systems
Auto-scan of apps on Google Play is supported on Android 4.1 or later, except for Samsung devices. Samsung devices running Android 4.2 or later are supported. For earlier versions of Android, the Google Play 'Share' function must be used to scan apps on Google Play.
iOS Operating Systems
- iOS 8 or later.
- iOS 9 or later is required for Norton Family Premier Child Monitoring app.
Required for All Installations
- A standard web browser such as Internet Explorer, Chrome, or Firefox.
Frequently Asked Questions
Xfinity Internet customers can download Norton Security Online by doing the following:
- Download here
- Go through the steps, which will include removing any existing anti-virus software from your computer, and install Norton Security Online.
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