About Kaspersky solutions

Our new solutions embody our vision of modern-day cybersecurity. In addition to new names, you will find a brand new user interface, and a host of new functionality.

Solutions are presented by several plans. The plans differ by level of protection, and by the number of features and services made available to users. Plans contain both new and time-tested features which fall into three categories.

Explore the features available to you in each category:

• Security
• Performance
• Privacy
• Identity
• Smart Home

Comparison of subscription plans

The availability of certain subscription plans depends on your region.

The application offers three subscription plans. The following table lists the application functionality available for each subscription plan.

Subscription plans

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Hardware and software requirements

General requirements

• 1500 MB free disk space on the hard drive
• Processor that supports the SSE2 instruction set (except ARM)
• Internet access (for the application installation and activation, for the use of Kaspersky Security Network, and for updating databases and application modules)
• Microsoft Windows Installer 4.5 or later
• Microsoft .NET Framework 4 or later
• Webcam access protection is provided only for compatible webcam models

Operating system requirements

Kaspersky application cannot be installed on Microsoft Windows 7 without installed operating system updates: KB4490628 (March 12, 2019) and KB4474419 (September 23, 2019).

Kaspersky application cannot be installed on Windows Enterprise multi-session systems.

For the Safe Browsing, Anti-Banner, and Safe Money protection components to work, the Base Filtering Engine service must be running in the operating system.

Browser support

The following browsers support installing the Kaspersky Protection extension:

• Chromium-based Microsoft Edge 77.x – 122.x;
• Mozilla Firefox versions 52.x – 123.x, including Mozilla Firefox MSIX 94.x;
• Mozilla Firefox ESR 52.x, 60.x, 68.x, 78.x, 91.x, 102.x, 115.x;
• Google Chrome versions 48.x – 122.x.

The following browsers support On-Screen Keyboard and scanning of encrypted connections:

• Chromium-based Microsoft Edge 77.x – 122.x;
• Mozilla Firefox versions 52.x – 123.x, including Mozilla Firefox MSIX 94.x;
• Mozilla Firefox ESR 52.x, 60.x, 68.x, 78.x, 91.x, 102.x, 115.x;
• Google Chrome 48.x – 122.x.

The following browsers support Protected Browser mode:

• Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0, 9.0, 10.0, 11.0;
• Chromium-based Microsoft Edge 77.x – 122.x;
• Mozilla Firefox versions 52.x – 123.x, excluding Mozilla Firefox MSIX 94.x in Protected Browser mode;
• Mozilla Firefox ESR 52.x, 60.x, 68.x, 78.x, 91.x, 102.x, 115.x;
• Google Chrome 48.x – 122.x;
• Yandex Browser 18.3.1 – 22.9.5, 24.x (with limitations).

Newer versions of browsers can be supported if the browser supports the corresponding technology.

Kaspersky supports Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox in 32-bit and in 64-bit operating systems.

Requirements for tablet computers

• Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows 8, Microsoft Windows 8.1, Microsoft Windows 10, Microsoft Windows 11;
• Intel Celeron processor with a clock speed of 1.66 GHz or faster;
• 1000 MB free RAM.

Requirements for netbooks

• Intel Atom CPU 1.60 GHz or faster;
• 1024 MB free RAM;
• 10.1-inch display with 1024x768 screen resolution;
• Intel GMA 950 graphics core or later.

The requirements for Kaspersky Password Manager are available in the help files of this application.

Compatibility with other Kaspersky applications

Kaspersky is compatible with the following Kaspersky applications:

• Kaspersky Safe Kids 1.5 and Safe Kids 2023
• Kaspersky Password Manager 10.0, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 2023.0, 2023.1, 2023.2, 2024.0, 2024.1
• Kaspersky Security for Exchange 9.7
• Kaspersky Software Updater 2.1
• Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool 2015, 2020
• Kaspersky VPN Secure Connection 4.0, 5.0, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 5.7, 5.8, 5.9, 5.13, 5.14, 5.15, 5.16, 5.17

Kaspersky VPN functionality is not available in some regions.

What's new in the latest version of the application

The latest version of the application introduces the following new features and improvements:

• Improved user interface for backup functionality.
• For the Webcam and Mic Control function, you can now configure a list of trusted applications so you don't get interrupted by unnecessary notifications.
• Added the option to sign in to My Kaspersky using VK and Yandex.
• Kaspersky VPN functionality is not available in India.

  Kaspersky VPN functionality is not available in some regions.

• The Kaspersky Protection extension is now available for the Microsoft Edge browser in the Chrome Web Store.
• In some cases, users will be asked to provide payment details during the subscription activation to enable automatic renewal and get a discount on the next subscription period.
• The application now uses NTFS compression to reduce the size of trace files.
• Implemented a new splash screen.
• It is now possible to customize the set of features on the sell screen depending on the region.
• In the Security section of Kaspersky Free, all components that are available only in paid versions are shown in a deactivated state.
• In the Kaspersky Protection extension, installed together with Kaspersky Free, we have added promotional messages containing information about paid features of Kaspersky application, such as: Private Browsing, Anti-Banner, and Safe Money.
• Improved logic for displaying recommendations in the main application window; added category names and animation effects on the recommendation cards.
• Added a new web category - Phishing IP.

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Limited free version of Kaspersky

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Kaspersky Free is a limited free version of Kaspersky. Using the free version of the application gives you high-quality protection supplemented by advanced features and a user interface fully reworked for ease of use.

You can activate the application by logging into your My Kaspersky account from the device on which you are installing the application. Kaspersky Free does not work if your device is not connected to your account. You can create an account in the account connection window during application activation or on My Kaspersky website. You can also use credentials from other Kaspersky resources to sign in to your account.

The Kaspersky Free subscription is renewed without your intervention.

Moreover, you can always switch to a paid Kaspersky subscription without downloading and installing any additional software.

Switching from Kaspersky Free to Kaspersky Standard or Kaspersky Plus

• How to switch to trial subscription

  You can temporarily switch to the free trial subscription for Kaspersky Standard or Kaspersky Plus to evaluate the functionality.

  The trial period is not available if you have already used a trial subscription on your device.

  To set up a trial subscription:

  1. Open the main application window.
  2. Go to the Profile section.
  3. In subscription information, click Upgrade.
  4. On the Upgrade page, click Try for free.

     If the application is not connected to a My Kaspersky account, you must sign in to the account. If you do not have an account, you can create one in the connection window. On the territory of the European Union, you must accept the Statement regarding data processing for purpose of using Web-Portal or the Statement regarding data processing for purpose of using Web-Portal and regulating license limitations.

  5. The Migration Wizard starts.

     When switching to Kaspersky Standard or Kaspersky Plus in the European Union, the application offers you to read and accept the End User License Agreement, Kaspersky Security Network Statement, and Statement regarding data processing for marketing purposes. You may also need to accept the Statement regarding data processing for purpose of using Web-Portal or the Statement regarding data processing for purpose of using Web-Portal and regulating license limitations.

     The application may take some time to set up and start. After the completion of the process, the application is automatically activated using the trial subscription.

     During the activation process, you may be prompted to install extra applications that are offered as part of the subscription.

  6. Click Close to finish with the Wizard, then click Start to begin using the application with the trial subscription.
• How to switch to paid subscription

  You can purchase a Kaspersky Standard or Kaspersky Plus subscription in the user interface of the application.

  To buy a subscription:

  1. Open the main application window.
  2. Go to the Profile section.
  3. In subscription information, click Upgrade.
  4. On the Upgrade page, click Buy now.

     The website of Kaspersky or one of our partners opens in the default browser. Follow the instructions on the website.

     After the successful purchase, the subscription is added to your My Kaspersky account.

     If the application is not connected to a My Kaspersky account, you must sign in to the account. On the territory of the European Union, you must also accept the Statement regarding data processing for purpose of using Web-Portal or the Statement regarding data processing for purpose of using Web-Portal and regulating license limitations.

  5. The Migration Wizard starts. To proceed with the wizard, click the Continue button.

     When switching to Kaspersky Standard or Kaspersky Plus in the European Union, the application offers you to read and accept the End User License Agreement, Kaspersky Security Network Statement, and Statement regarding data processing for marketing purposes. You may also need to accept the Statement regarding data processing for purpose of using Web-Portal or the Statement regarding data processing for purpose of using Web-Portal and regulating license limitations.

     The application may take some time to set up and start. After the completion of the process, the application is automatically activated using the new subscription.

     During the activation process, you may be prompted to install extra applications that are offered as part of the subscription.

  6. Click Close to finish with the Wizard, then click Start to begin using the application with the new subscription.

What is included in Kaspersky Free?

File Anti-Virus

File Anti-Virus prevents infection of the computer's file system. The component starts upon startup of the operating system, continuously remains in the computer's RAM, and scans all files that are opened, saved, or launched on your computer and all connected drives. Kaspersky Free intercepts each attempt to access a file and scans the file for known viruses and other malware. Further access to the file is allowed only if the file is not infected or is successfully disinfected. If a file cannot be disinfected for any reason, it is deleted. A copy of the file is moved to Quarantine when that happens. If an infected file is placed in the same location where the deleted file with the same name used to be, Quarantine saves only a copy of the last file. A copy of the previous file with the same name is not saved.

Mail Anti-Virus

Mail Anti-Virus scans incoming and outgoing email messages on your computer. An email message is available to the recipient only if it does not contain dangerous objects.

Safe Browsing

Safe Browsing intercepts and blocks the execution of scripts on websites if they pose a threat. Safe Browsing also monitors all web traffic and blocks access to dangerous websites.

Anti-Phishing

Anti-Phishing allows checking URLs to find out if they are included in the list of phishing URLs. This component is built into Safe Browsing.

System Watcher

The System Watcher component rolls back the changes made to the operating system by malicious or other activity of applications.

The component protects against malware, including:

• Exploits
• Screen lockers
• Encryptors that encrypt data
• Ransomware that encrypts data or blocks access to files or the system and extorts ransom for restoring the files or access to them

Disabling this component is not recommended.

Network Attack Blocker

Network Attack Blocker loads at operating system startup and tracks incoming network traffic for activities characteristic of network attacks. When an attempt to attack your computer is detected, Kaspersky Free blocks all network activity from the attacking computer that is aimed at your computer.

On-Screen Keyboard

On-Screen Keyboard prevents interception of data entered on the hardware keyboard and protects personal data against interception attempts that use screen shots.

Antimalware Scan Interface (AMSI)

Antimalware Scan Interface (AMSI) allows a third-party application that supports AMSI to send objects (for example, PowerShell scripts) to Kaspersky for additional scanning and to receive scan results for these objects.