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An active internet connection is required to check for available updates and
download them.
To request an update manually:
1. Open Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac.
2. Click the Actions button in the menu bar.
3. Choose Update threat information database.
Alternatively, you can request an update manually by pressing CMD + U.
You can see the update progress and downloaded files.
9.8.2. Getting Updates through a Proxy Server
Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac can update only through proxy servers that
do not require authentication. You do not have to configure any program
settings.
If you connect to the internet through a proxy server that requires
authentication, you must switch to a direct internet connection regularly to
obtain threat information updates.
9.8.3. Upgrade to a new version
Occasionally, we launch product updates to add new features and
improvements or fix product issues. These updates may require a system
restart to initiate the installation of new files. By default, if an update requires
a computer restart, Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac will keep working with the
previous files until you reboot the system. In this case, the update process
will not interfere with the user's work.
When a product update is completed, a pop-up window will inform you to
restart the system. If you miss this notification, you can either click Restart
to upgrade from the menu bar or manually restart the system.
9.8.4. Finding information about Bitdefender Antivirus for
Mac
To find information about the Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac version you have
installed, access the About window. In the same window you can access
and view the Subscription Agreement, Privacy Policy and Open-source
licenses.
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