The Best Programs Against Phishing

These programs will keep your computer safe from a possible phishing attack, but they will also safeguard your computer against: malware, viruses, worms, trojans, rootkits, and so on. Web threats called phishing are designed to steal your confidential data (login credentials, credit card numbers, etc.). This type of attack occurs through malicious links, fake websites, or opening malicious emails. All the platforms we list are free and for Windows operating systems.

Baidu Antivirus

Baidu Antivirus is a complete security utility that offers you phishing protection in the following actions: files (real-time), anti-keylogger, webcam protection, screenshot protection, ad blocker, network, etc. From the section “Protection” you can enable phishing protection and the other options.

Other options of Baidu Antivirus:

• Provides real-time file protection (suspicious or infected).
• Proactive protection and USB protection.
• Scan (various types of scanning) the computer for possible threats.
• Browser protection.
• Private browsing.
• File shredder.
• Ad blocker.
• Network repair.

Bitdefender

Bitdefender is another good free program (with limitations) against phishing for Windows. From its “Protection Shield” button you can activate phishing protection and general system protection.

Other options of Bitdefender:

• Detects and eliminates threats like malware, ransomware, trojans, rootkits, spyware, etc.
• Protects you from fraudulent websites to avoid the loss of financial and confidential data on the web.

360 Total Security

360 Total Security is a free antivirus program (limited) for Windows. The platform has good anti-phishing protection, among other solutions to detect and fix problems your computer may have. It also offers tools to keep the system in good health.

Other options of 360 Total Security:

• From its scan you will see the following web threat records: downloaded files, behavior blocking, online purchases, etc.
• Provides a Sandbox to run suspicious programs in a virtual environment so the system doesn't get damaged.
• Real-time virus protection so your computer is always safe.
• Quarantine option to manage malicious files and programs.

Note: During installation of 360 Total Security, the platform will try to install third-party environments; we recommend you not install them because they don't affect the proper functioning of the antivirus.

Avira

Avira is one of the best free antivirus and phishing protection options for Windows. From its “Browser Safety” add-on, available for web browsers (Firefox and Chrome), you will protect all your Internet activity.

Other options of Avira:

• Has secure online shopping feature.
• Phantom VPN option to browse the web safely and anonymously.
• You can also block family ransomware.

Thunderbird

We'll finish with Thunderbird, an email client that provides protection against phishing attacks. The platform focuses only on scams you might receive via emails, alerting you when you're about to click on a potential threat.

Other options of Thunderbird:

• Provides privacy and remote protection.
• From its interface, you can add and manage multiple email accounts.

With the five free anti-phishing programs you will protect your personal data against any kind of threat. Always remember: the best antivirus is the user; stay alert and provide an extra layer of security to your system.