McAfee Subscription Expired? Here’s What to Do Next

If you’ve received a notification that your McAfee subscription, don’t panic. While it’s important to act quickly to maintain your protection, renewing or updating your subscription is simple. In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly what to do when your McAfee subscription ends.

What Happens When Your McAfee Subscription Expires?

Once your subscription expires:

Your device loses real-time protection
Automatic updates stop, making you vulnerable to new threats
McAfee may begin sending reminders to renew
Features like web protection, identity theft monitoring, and firewall may be disabled

Steps to Take When Your McAfee Subscription Expires

1. Log in to Your McAfee Account

Visit: https://www.mcafee.com
Click “My Account” and sign in using your registered email

2. Check Subscription Status

Go to the "My Subscriptions" tab
Confirm whether it’s expired or in a grace period

3. Renew or Reactivate

Click “Renew” or “Reactivate” next to the expired subscription
Choose your preferred plan (1-year, 2-year, etc.)
Enter your payment details and complete the process

4. Restart McAfee on Your Device

Open McAfee on your device
Check for updated status: it should say "Active" or "Protected"

Alternative Option: Purchase a New Subscription

If you want to switch products or start fresh:

Buy a new McAfee license from their website or a trusted retailer
Uninstall the old version from your device
Install the new product and activate with your new code

Helpful Tips

Set up auto-renewal to avoid future lapses
Use the same email address during renewal to retain account history
Contact McAfee Support if you're having trouble logging in or activating

Stay Protected

Cyber threats don’t wait, and neither should you. The longer your McAfee subscription is expired, the more vulnerable your devices become. Renew today and restore full protection instantly.