Latest Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac Version & Manual Update Guide

To find out the version / build number of the Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac app installed on your Mac:

1. Click the  Β  icon in the menu bar and choose “Open Main Window” to bring up Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac.
2. Click Antivirus for Mac in the top menu bar.
3. Choose About Antivirus for Mac.
4. The Version number is displayed below Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac.

Automatic update

The automatic update is enabled by default. If you are connected to the Internet and Bitdefender Shield is enabled in Preferences > Protection, Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac checks for software updates every hour. When an update is detected, it is automatically downloaded and installed on your Mac. 

Manual update

You can also perform manual updates at any time. An active Internet connection is required to check for available updates and download them. To check for updates manually:

1. Click the Β icon in the menu bar and choose Open Antivirus interface to bring up Bitdefender Antivirus for Mac.
2. Click Actions in the top menu bar.
3. Choose Update threat information database. Or hold down at the same time the Command ⌘ key and the U key.
4. Bitdefender will check for updates.
5. If an update is available, it is automatically downloaded and installed on your Mac. The update process might take a while.
6. When a product update is available (product updates include app improvements and bug fixes) a pop-up window will inform you to restart the system. Click Restart to upgrade or manually restart the Mac.