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McAfee Cost: First-Year Offers, Renewal Prices and Charges

McAfee’s reviewed US offers start at $39.99 for Essential’s first year, $49.99 for Premium Individual and $89.99 for Advanced Individual. Listed renewal rates are higher; match the product and term on your account.

Last edited on Oct 27, 2026
Subpilot Editorial Team, Senior Subscription Writer 2 min read

Plans & Pricing

Total Protection Essential

$39.99 first year; $119.99 listed renewal

  • • 5 devices; new-customer first-term offer

McAfee+ Premium Individual

$49.99 first year; $149.99 listed renewal

  • • Unlimited eligible household devices; new-customer offer

McAfee+ Advanced Individual

$89.99 first year; $199.99 listed renewal

  • • Unlimited eligible household devices; new-customer offer

Which Plan Fits Best?

Total Protection Essential

$39.99 first year; $119.99 listed renewal

Best for organizations that need custom terms, controls, or sales-assisted purchasing.

  • • 5 devices; new-customer first-term offer

McAfee+ Premium Individual

$49.99 first year; $149.99 listed renewal

Best for organizations that need custom terms, controls, or sales-assisted purchasing.

  • • Unlimited eligible household devices; new-customer offer

McAfee+ Advanced Individual

$89.99 first year; $199.99 listed renewal

Best for organizations that need custom terms, controls, or sales-assisted purchasing.

  • • Unlimited eligible household devices; new-customer offer

What to Watch Out For

  • •Observed US offers can change. Verify the first-term amount, renewal rate, term and device count at checkout or in My Account. An annual equivalent is not a monthly subscription charge. Annual auto-renewal may be billed before expiry; check the current notice and settings.

Detailed analysis

Check first year and renewal side by side

The reviewed offer pairs Essential with $119.99 renewal, Premium with $149.99 and Advanced with $199.99. Prices can change. Check the exact device count, product, renewal date and charge notice in My Account.

Identify an unexpected charge

Open McAfee directly through its official website and compare the account receipt with the transaction date and amount. Do not treat a search result or email subject as proof a charge is genuine. Annual renewal can be collected before expiry. If you want to stop renewal, use the account’s auto-renewal controls and verify the change.

Official guidance

Provider pricing or subscription guidance. Content reviewed October 27, 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a monthly equivalent the same as a monthly McAfee charge?

No. Dividing an annual price by twelve is only a comparison. The receipt shows whether you purchased an annual term or a monthly subscription.

What plans does McAfee offer?

Total Protection Essential at $39.99 first year; $119.99 listed renewal, McAfee+ Premium Individual at $49.99 first year; $149.99 listed renewal, McAfee+ Advanced Individual at $89.99 first year; $199.99 listed renewal

Can McAfee prices or offers change?

Yes. Plan packaging, promotions, taxes, currency, and regional availability can change. Confirm the complete recurring charge and renewal terms on the official checkout page.

Sources checked

Verified Oct 2026

Cancellation steps, fees, and billing rules below were checked against each provider's official help documentation. Always confirm inside your own account, since plans and billing paths vary.

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Verified October 27, 2026
Source domains
mcafee.com
Coverage scope
United States
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