Does subscription start with purchase or can I wait a couple months to activate ?

You can wait months or even a few years to activate the subscription or at least that has been my experience. Just keep track of the email containing the activation code.

Can I use this software on one MAC IOS system, and the rest on a Windows based system with the same license for 10 systems?

Yes you should be able to use the same license on them with no problems.

Will it work on a Mac with the M2 chip?

Yes, it will work on a Mac with the M2 chip as it supports macOS 11 and higher.

Questions & Answers: ESET Home Security Essential 2026 - 10 Devices/ 1 Year Download

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ESET Home Security Essential 2026 - 10 Devices/ 1 Year Download

WORRY-FREE BANKING AND BROWSING: Safely bank, shop, and surf with our secured browser mode. The extra Browser Privacy & Security extension for Windows helps you search safely, clean your browser, and block phishing sites.
FAST, SEAMLESS SECURITY: Stay safe from online and offline threats. With protection to prevent, detect, and resolve issues, you get advanced defense against theft, spam, ransomware, and more—all without slowdown.
WEBCAM AND MIC CONTROLS: Get notified whenever there’s an attempt to access your webcam or microphone. Instantly allow or block it to prevent unwanted recording or surveillance.
ANTI-THEFT: Lock, track, and locate missing devices remotely. Prevent unauthorized access to your data and increase your chances of recovering lost items.
SMOOTH GAMING: Enjoy uninterrupted gameplay, streaming, or presentations. ESET pauses alerts and pop-ups, and delays background tasks to save resources—without compromising your protection.

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