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Best Security & Privacy apps for Mac in 2026. Browse 99 curated tools.
Best Security & Privacy for Mac in 2026
Password managers, VPNs, and security tools
Protecting your Mac and your data starts with the right security tools. This collection brings together password managers, VPN clients, firewalls, encryption utilities, and privacy-focused apps — all installable with a single Homebrew command. From industry-standard password vaults like Bitwarden and 1Password to network monitors like Little Snitch, each app has been vetted for reliability and trustworthiness. Open-source options are highlighted so you can verify the code yourself. Bundl makes it simple to deploy a hardened security baseline on any new Mac, ensuring you're protected from the first boot without manual setup.
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Open source password manager
Cross-platform password manager
VPN client for secure and private internet access
Password manager
Host-based application firewall
Open-source firewall to block unknown outgoing connections
VPN client
VPN client for secure internet access and private browsing
VPN client focusing on security
Password manager and digital wallet with dark web monitoring and VPN features.
Password manager that keeps all passwords secure behind one password
Password manager
Command-line interface for 1Password
Command-line helper for the 1Password password manager
Command-line helper for the 1Password password manager
Password manager
Privacy-focused app for managing your finances
VPN for privacy and security
VPN for privacy and security
Antivirus software
Antivirus software
Managed client-based VPN service to securely access AWS resources
Cloud based collaboration and management platform focusing on security
VPN service
Enterprise-level meshVPN cloud service
Encryption software
Datadog Security Product CLI
WireGuard VPN client which supports multi-factor authentication
Peer-to-peer VPN client for managed nebula networks
Security audit software
Password manager that syncs across devices
Password manager
Safely build private networks without configs, firewalls or access control lists
VPN and encryption software
Password and credentials manager
Peer-to-peer VPN
OpenVPN 3 client
Personal data manager focusing on security
Password manager app
Password manager app
Password manager compatible with KeePass
End-to-end encryption software
Host-based application firewall
Host-based application firewall
Host-based application firewall
Audits and remediates security configuration settings
Hosted VPN service that lets you securely extend LAN-like networks
Open-source, KeePass-client and password manager
Personal financial management application focused on privacy
Firewall app
Security software for business
Password manager
Client program for the OpenVPN Access Server
Modern password manager
Security checklist app
OpenVPN and WireGuard client
OpenVPN client
Multi-platform GUI for pass, the standard unix password manager
Remote desktop application focusing on security
Password manager and form filler application
Cross-platform AES-256 password manager
Highly secure online storage with password manager
Multi-camera CCTV software
VPN client for secure internet access and private browsing
Instant messaging application focusing on security
Automatically checks computer's security
Checks EFI firmware and security data file updates
Check status of key security settings and features
VPN app with support for multiple protocols
VPN client for secure internet access and private browsing
Interface for container troubleshooting and security investigation
Troubleshoot signature and privacy problems in applications
Remote access and connectivity software focused on security
End-to-end encrypted instant messaging application
End-to-end encrypted instant messaging application
End-to-end encrypted instant messaging application
End-to-end encrypted instant messaging application
VPN and WiFi proxy
Privacy enhanced BitTorrent client with P2P content discovery
Mechanism to bypass the Great Firewall
VPN client for secure internet access and private browsing
Free and open-source OpenVPN client
Password manager
Application firewall
Disk encryption software focusing on security based on TrueCrypt
Disk encryption software focusing on security based on TrueCrypt
Calling and messaging application focusing on security
OpenVPN client with AppleScript support
VPN client: IPsec, L2TP, OpenVPN, PPTP, SSTP, SonicWALL/AnyConnect/Fortinet SSL
Security software for online banking in Brazil
Open-source, non-custodial, privacy focused Bitcoin wallet
VPN client for secure internet access and private browsing
Collaboration platform focusing on security
Alternative and privacy-friendly YouTube frontend
End-to-end encrypted IPv6 networking to connect worlds
Ad-blocker and privacy guard
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Security & Privacy Researcher
Sam Patel is a cybersecurity professional specializing in application security, privacy tools, and secure software practices. With over 9 years in information security—including roles at security firms and as an independent consultant—Sam evaluates applications for security vulnerabilities, data handling practices, and privacy implications.