Is PC Matic going out of business?

Is PC Matic going out of business?

As far as I know, PC Matic is the only internet security product that’s entirely US-based, including research, development and support. In the fall of 2019, the PC Pitstop brand was retired and the company now operates as PC Matic. And despite the PC-centric moniker, it’s also available for Mac, and Android.

Is PC Matic compatible with Windows Defender?

| Can I run Win Defender and PC Matic simultaneously? A: No, PC Matic does not turn off Windows Defender. While there is no conflict between PC Matic and Windows Defender, activating the SuperShield real time antivirus is another matter.

How do I remove a PC Matic from my computer?

How to Remove a PC from Your PC Matic Account

1. To the right of the computer name on the first screen of PC Matic is an option to remove any computer that has not been optimized within the last 60 days.
2. Just click on the “X”.
3. If you are certain you want to remove the PC, click “Okay”.

Does PC Matic have a firewall?

In most cases, PC Matic will have no trouble testing through a hardware firewall. The Internet upload test sometimes will not run if your firewall is very restrictive, and it can be skipped through the debug page.

Who is Rob Cheng?

Rob Cheng has over 40 years experience in the sales, marketing and support in the computer industry. Prior to founding PC Matic in 1999, Rob was the SVP of Gateway Consumer driving sales, marketing, and support worldwide.

How do I disable PC Matic Antivirus?

Not advisable, but you CAN right click the Supershield icon in the System Tray go to Protection Level and select to turn Supershield off until reboot.

How do I uninstall PC Matic from Windows 10?

Follow these steps to Uninstall PC Matic for Windows 10:

1. Navigate to your Control Panel.
2. Select Uninstall a program.
3. Right click PC Matic, PC Matic Super Shield, and click uninstall, and follow the instructions on the screen.
4. Restart your computer when the uninstall has completed.

How do I install PC Matic?

Windows Computers

1. On the computer you wish to install on, open your web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.)
2. Type www.pcmatic.com/download into the address bar and press enter.
3. The installer file will automatically download.
4. Double click on the installation file, or click it once and press enter.

What devices can I install PC Matic on?

If you still need assistance, please contact us. PC Matic can be installed on Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10. PC Matic can be installed on devices running Android 4.4 and up. PC Matic will not run on Kindles, Chromebooks or iOS devices at this time.

What are the main issues with PC Matic?

Another issue is that PC Matic doesn’t have many of the additional internet security features offered by competing brands, such as a VPN (a virtual private network), a password manager, or parental controls.

Does PC Matic block all unknown programs?

PC Matic blocks all unknown programs — regardless of whether or not they’re safe or malicious. But users can whitelist “unknown” programs that they know are safe. If PC Matic blocks a program during a system scan, you can easily whitelist it from within the dashboard.

How do I update my PC Matic account?

To update your account, sign in with your registered PC Matic email address and password. Once you are signed make the desired changes to your account. You will need to login to your PC Matic account to make any changes. Sign in with your registered PC Matic email address and password.