Products I Use

People always ask me what should I use for <insert issue here>?  Well here is a list of  products I personally use. 

Antivirus and Malware

AVG AntiVirus - I am currently using this AV across my PCs and mobile devices

Trend - I use the online scan as a second option

Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool - used to detect and remove Malware in Windows

Personal Security

Keeper  - An online password manager that works across mulitple devices and platforms.  It will autofill your passwords for you.  Use this link for 30% off Keeper with my referral code! (This may pop up a redirect message)

NordVPN - A VPN service that does not log your information.  This link uses my referral code.

AVG Internet Security - Antivirus and enhanced privacy protection for multiple devices.

Google Authenticator (Android) - 2FA app developed by Google that generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for use with your online accounts. 

Google Authenticator (Apple)  - 2FA app developed by Google that generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for use with your online accounts. 

Microsoft Authenticator - This app is designed to work with Microsoft accounts, but it also supports other online accounts

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