Your Family’s Digital Protection

Splashtop Shield protects Windows PCs and Macs from malware, phishing, scam websites, and suspicious remote access tools. Family plans help you monitor protection across your family’s devices and receive alerts when something needs attention.

Shield is a full antivirus replacement — you don't need anything else running alongside it. It includes everything you'd expect from traditional antivirus: real-time anti-malware protection against viruses and spyware, anti-phishing protection that blocks fraudulent sites, real-time traffic scanning to catch threats early, USB and removable media scanning, scheduled quick or deep scans, and scan exclusions for files you trust. On top of that base, Shield adds what standard antivirus doesn't: blocking of 70+ remote access tools scammers use, AI detection of brand-new scams, and Remote Help on Family plans.

Built-in tools like Microsoft Defender provide solid basic virus protection. But scams don't work like viruses. They trick the person, not the machine. Shield adds the layers built for that: scam site blocking, AI detection of new scams, and blocking of the remote access tools scammers ask victims to install. On Family plans, it also alerts a family member who can help.

No security product can guarantee protection from every scam. Shield reduces risk by blocking unsafe sites, scammer tools, and suspicious activity, and by alerting a trusted family member on Family plans so no one has to handle it alone.

Shield is only 60-70MB and runs quietly in the background with minimal impact on everyday computer use. You can view protected devices in Overview, check recently blocked threats in Activity, and receive alerts when something needs your attention.

Yes. Every plan includes a 7-day free trial with full feature set, so you can install Shield and try its protection features before you buy.

Shield currently protects Windows PCs and Macs. Phones and tablets aren't supported yet. Individual covers 2 computers, Family Lite 5, and Family 10.

Yes. Installation takes a few minutes, just send the installer link to your family member via email and have them click it. Once Shield is installed, you can see the device’s protection status and receive alerts through your Shield account.

Shield collects only what's needed to protect your devices. Communication is encrypted, and your data is never sold. See our privacy policy for details.