1. Enter https://www.windstream.net/ in your browser address bar.
  2. Click Email in the top right corner of the page.
  3. Enter your Windstream Online User Name and Password, the click Login.
  4. Click Download Windstream Security Suite powered by McAfee link.
  5. Click Download/Install.

Note: If you get an error or if you do not see the screen displayed after clicking Download/Install, follow the instructions here to learn how to get your PC ready for downloading.

  • Click https://service.mcafee.com.
  • Choose applicable device under I need help with.
  • Choose McAfee All Access from the product dropdown list.
  • Click on Preparing your Windows computer to download and install McAfee Consumer products (TS100119).
  1. Read and Review the End License Agreement.
  2. Click Download once you have agreed to the End License Agreement.
  3. Click Run to begin the downloading process.
  4. Click Download.

If you experience problems downloading Windstream Multi-Access Security System, contact the Windstream Help Desk at (888) 292-3827.

System Requirements

Operating System

  • Microsoft Windows 10*, 8.1, 8, and 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)
  • Mac OS X 10.8 or later
  • Google Android smartphones and tablets 4.0 or higher
  • Apple iOS 8 or later

*Windows Enterprise not supported

Supported Browsers

  • Internet Explorer 9.0 or later
  • Firefox
  • Google Chrome
  • Safari (Mac OS only)

Required for Anti-Spam Toolbar

  • Windows Mail
  • Thunderbird 5.0+
  • McAfee Anti-Spam also supports other POP3 email clients (without SSL) and web accounts.

Internet Connection Required

  • A high-speed connection is recommended.