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# How to Activate McAfee on Android and iPhone (iOS)

> Learn how to activate McAfee Mobile Security on Android or iPhone using your existing paid subscription linked to mcafee.com/activate.

Your McAfee subscription activated at **mcafee.com/activate** extends to your mobile devices at no extra cost — no additional **McAfee product key** or McAfee activation code required. McAfee Mobile Security brings real-time threat protection, Secure VPN, identity monitoring, and the AI-powered Scam Detector to your Android smartphone or iPhone. All you need is the McAfee app from your device's official app store and the same account credentials you used during your McAfee subscription activation online.

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  <Tab title="Android">
    Follow these steps to activate McAfee on your Android device. **Android 10 or later is required.**

    <Steps>
      <Step title="Open the Google Play Store">
        On your Android device, tap the **Google Play Store** icon. Make sure you are connected to Wi-Fi or mobile data before proceeding.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Search for McAfee Security and install">
        In the Play Store search bar, type **McAfee Security** and tap the search icon. Select the official app published by **McAfee, LLC** and tap **Install**. Wait for the download and installation to complete.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Open the app and tap 'Sign In'">
        Once installed, tap **Open** to launch the McAfee Security app. On the welcome screen, tap **Sign In** — do not tap "Get Started" or "Free Trial," as that would create a new free account instead of linking your existing paid subscription.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Enter your McAfee account credentials">
        Type the **email address and password** for the McAfee account you used when you activated your subscription at **mcafee.com/activate**. Tap **Sign In** to continue.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Your subscription is recognized automatically">
        McAfee will detect your active subscription and apply all features included in your plan — antivirus scanning, VPN, identity alerts, and Scam Detector. You do not need to enter a product key again. Your Android device is now fully protected.
      </Step>
    </Steps>
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  <Tab title="iPhone (iOS)">
    Follow these steps to activate McAfee on your iPhone or iPad. **iOS 16 or later is required.**

    <Steps>
      <Step title="Open the App Store">
        Tap the **App Store** icon on your iPhone or iPad. Ensure you have an active internet connection before starting.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Search for McAfee Security and install">
        Tap the **Search** tab at the bottom of the App Store and type **McAfee Security**. Select the official app from **McAfee, LLC** and tap **Get**, then confirm with Face ID, Touch ID, or your Apple ID password to download and install the app.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Open the app and tap 'Sign In'">
        After installation, tap **Open** to launch McAfee Security. On the opening screen, tap **Sign In** to connect your existing subscription rather than starting a free trial.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Enter your McAfee account credentials">
        Enter the **email address and password** linked to the McAfee account you created at **mcafee.com/activate**. Tap **Sign In** to authenticate.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Your subscription syncs automatically">
        McAfee verifies your account and automatically activates all features included in your plan on your iPhone. This includes Secure VPN, identity monitoring, and the Scam Detector that checks texts, emails, and QR codes for threats. Your iOS device is now protected.
      </Step>
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<Note>
  McAfee Mobile Security is included as part of the **McAfee+ Premium Individual**, **McAfee+ Advanced Individual**, **McAfee+ Ultimate**, and **McAfee Total Protection** plans. The McAfee **Essential** plan supports up to 5 devices total — mobile devices count toward that limit. Upgrade to a McAfee+ plan for unlimited device coverage.
</Note>

<Tip>
  If the McAfee app does not recognize your subscription after signing in, try the following:

  1. Sign out of the McAfee app (go to **Settings → Sign Out**).
  2. Force-close the app completely.
  3. Reopen the app and sign back in with the same credentials.
  4. If the problem persists, visit **support.mcafee.com** or use the in-app chat to reach McAfee support directly.
</Tip>

## Frequently Asked Questions

<Accordion title="How many devices can I protect with McAfee?">
  The number of protected devices depends on your subscription plan:

  * **McAfee Essential:** Up to **5 devices** (Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, ChromeOS)
  * **McAfee+ Premium Individual:** **Unlimited devices**
  * **McAfee+ Advanced Individual:** **Unlimited devices**
  * **McAfee+ Ultimate:** **Unlimited devices**

  To add a new device, simply download the McAfee app on that device and sign in with the same account you used at **mcafee.com/activate**. For Essential plan users who have reached the 5-device limit, you can remove an existing device from your account at **home.mcafee.com** before adding the new one.
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<Accordion title="Is McAfee Mobile Security free?">
  McAfee offers a limited free version of its mobile app, but the full suite of features — including Secure VPN, real-time identity alerts, Scam Detector, and Personal Data Cleanup — requires a paid McAfee subscription. If you have already activated a qualifying plan at **mcafee.com/activate**, mobile protection is included at no additional charge. Just sign in with your McAfee account in the app to unlock all premium features.
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<Accordion title="How to activate McAfee on a new phone?">
  Activating McAfee on a new phone is straightforward because your subscription is tied to your McAfee account, not the device:

  1. Download the **McAfee Security** app from the Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iPhone).
  2. Open the app and tap **Sign In**.
  3. Enter the email and password for the McAfee account you used at **mcafee.com/activate**.
  4. McAfee will automatically recognize your active subscription and enable all features.

  If you are on the Essential (5-device) plan and have reached your device limit, log in at **home.mcafee.com**, remove your old phone from the **My Devices** list, then sign in on your new phone.
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