Security & Antivirus Guard
Security & Antivirus Guard

Security & Antivirus Guard

Tools

| Sophos Limited

Play on PC with BlueStacks or from our cloud

  • Overview
  • How to Download

Page Modified On: July 25, 2025

Run Security & Antivirus Guard on PC or Mac

Multitask effortlessly on your PC or Mac as you try out Security & Antivirus Guard, a Tools app by Sophos Limited on BlueStacks.

About the App

Ever worry about your security apps turning off when you least expect it? Security & Antivirus Guard from Sophos Limited steps in to make sure your important protection tools keep running in the background, just like they should. With this app, you can expect a little extra peace of mind knowing your device stays safeguarded — no more surprises from silent shutdowns.

App Features

  • Automatic Monitoring
    Keeps an eye on Sophos Intercept X for Mobile and Sophos Mobile Control, making sure they don’t get closed by accident or system quirks. If something happens, Security & Antivirus Guard restarts them for you—zero hassle.

  • Simple Integration
    Pairs up with your existing Sophos apps without getting in your way. Just set it up once, and it quietly does its job so you can focus on what matters.

  • No Intrusive Actions
    Runs in the background without eating up resources or getting in your face, so you’ll hardly even notice it’s there.

  • Permission Transparency
    Needs minimal permissions — it just checks which apps are currently open so it can make sure your Sophos protections stay active.

  • Works Hand-in-Hand with BlueStacks
    If you’re using BlueStacks to run your favorite Tools apps, Security & Antivirus Guard fits right in, helping to keep everything running smooth and secure.

Ready to experience Security & Antivirus Guard on a bigger screen, in all its glory? Download BlueStacks now.

How to Download and Run Security & Antivirus Guard on PC or Mac

  • Download and install BlueStacks on your PC or Mac

  • Complete Google sign-in to access the Play Store, or do it later

  • Look for Security & Antivirus Guard in the search bar at the top right corner

  • Click to install Security & Antivirus Guard from the search results

  • Complete Google sign-in (if you skipped step 2) to install Security & Antivirus Guard

  • Click the Security & Antivirus Guard icon on the home screen to start playing

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Minimum System Requirements

With BlueStacks 5, you can get started on a PC that fulfills the following requirements.

  • Operating System

    Microsoft Windows 7 or above, macOS 11 (Big Sur) or above

  • Processor

    Intel, AMD or Apple Silicon Processor

  • RAM

    at least 4GB

  • HDD

    10GB Free Disk Space

Note:

* You must be an Administrator on your PC. Up to date graphics drivers from Microsoft or the chipset vendor.

Security & Antivirus Guard - FAQs

  • How to Run Security & Antivirus Guard on Windows PC & Mac?

    Run Security & Antivirus Guard on your PC or Mac by following these simple steps.

    • Click on ‘Download Security & Antivirus Guard on PC’ to download BlueStacks
    • Install it and log-in to Google Play Store
    • Launch and run the app.
  • Why is BlueStacks the fastest and safest platform to play games on PC?

    BlueStacks respects your privacy and is always safe and secure to use. It does not carry any malware, spyware, or any sort of additional software that could harm your PC.

    It is engineered to optimize speed and performance for a seamless gaming experience.

  • What are Security & Antivirus Guard PC requirements?

    Minimum requirement to run Security & Antivirus Guard on your PC

    • OS: Microsoft Windows 7 and above:
    • Processor: Intel or AMD Processor:
    • RAM: Your PC must have at least 2GB of RAM. (Note that having 2GB or more disk space is not a substitute for RAM):
    • HDD: 5GB Free Disk Space.
    • You must be an Administrator on your PC.