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“After my divorce, I wanted absolute certainty that nothing was left on my old devices. iShredder gave me that certainty—one click, and the data was truly gone. Not hidden. Gone.”
Anonymized & verified · Google Play
Our mission
Your digital life
belongs to you. Not to us.
Not to anyone else.
Since 2004. 8 million people in more than 100 countries.
Ad-free. Independent. No compromises.
Since 2004, we have stood between you
and anything that tries to take your privacy away.
The story behind Protectstar
We have been protecting privacy since before most people realized it was at risk.
In 2004, in a small storage room in Bradenton, Florida, Chris Bohn had a bold idea: digital protection should be available to everyone—not just to those who could afford it or understand the technology. Today, 8 million users in more than 100 countries trust that conviction.
More than 150 years of combined team experience. Everything developed in-house—no outsourcing, no shortcuts.
“Security is a fundamental right. The need for security is deeply rooted in our human DNA. That is exactly why we do everything we can to make this protection as simple and affordable as possible.”
— Chris Bohn, Founder & CEO · Protectstar · since 2004
2004
Founded
2008
In use by governments
2016
Deep Detective™ AI
Today
8M+ people protected
Lean. Fast. Focused.
Other security companies have thousands of employees. We are 14.
Everyone is a specialist. Together, we bring more than 150 years of IT security experience—and we build everything ourselves.
Independence
We answer
to no one but you.
No parent company. No government. This is not a slogan on a website. It is reflected in every line of code we write.
What we never do
- No ad profiles. No trackers. No selling. No ad networks. No data brokers. No profiling for advertising purposes.
- No advertising. In any version, at any time—not even in the free ones.
- No content uploads. Files and app content stay on your device. Core protection and verification data is processed primarily in Germany/the EU.
- Processing primarily in Germany/the EU. International transfers occur only where technically necessary and with appropriate safeguards.
What we do instead
- DE Servers in
Germany - 256-bit AES encryption
TLS 1.3 - 100% Green power
Climate-neutral infrastructure - ISO 27001-certified
EU data protection law
What we do better
Six principles.
Applied consistently.
In-house development
All apps are developed by our own team—with Deep Detective™ AI and erasure methods based on DoD and NIST standards. Built in-house, with no outsourcing and no shortcuts.
AI detection DoD & NIST standards 6 platforms
- 2 Top-tier support Direct contact, 365 days a year, multilingual.
- 3 Expertise Technology for demanding security environments.
- 4 Fair pricing 1 cent per day. Free Android versions. Ad-free.
- 5 Simple to use One click and you’re done. No manual, no setup.
- 6 Sustainability 85% of our 2027 climate-neutrality goal reached.
What truly sets us apart
Security that protects you.
Not security that sells you out.
Most security apps protect you from malware—while collecting your data themselves. We deliberately chose a different path.
| Feature | Protectstar | Ad-supported appsOther apps |
|---|---|---|
| Data sales · ad sharing | No data sales | Common |
| Ads in free versions | No | Usually yes |
| Data processing | Primarily Germany / EU | Often U.S. / global |
| Corporate independence | Yes | Often part of larger groups |
| Data policy | Transparent & accessible | Often unclear |
| Content uploads for scans | No upload required | Cloud uploads are often used |
CLOUD ActFor U.S. providers, additional access obligations under U.S. law may apply.
Server location mattersWhere your data is processed determines which laws apply.
Free ≠ freeSome free apps are funded through ad profiles and trackers.
This philosophy becomes real protection
Protection you can install today.
Six apps for Android, Mac, Windows, and iOS—all developed in-house, all ad-free, with no data sharing for advertising or profiling purposes.
★ Flagship
Antivirus AI
Real-time AI protection. AV-TEST-certified with a 99.8% detection rate.
Android · Mac
Anti Spy
Detects and blocks spyware, stalkerware, and hidden trackers.
Android
iShredder
Forensic data erasure based on DoD and NIST standards. 23 algorithms.
Android · iOS · Mac · Windows
Firewall AI
Control which apps can access the internet. AI-based network control.
Android
Camera Guard
Live monitoring: which app accesses your camera, and when?
Android · Mac
Micro Guard
Protects your microphone from unauthorized access and espionage.
Android
- Free Android versions
- All apps 100% ad-free
- Ready in one click
- Support 365 days · 11 languages
References & recognition
When experts look closely,
we stand up to scrutiny.
A public selection of customers, partners, and organizations we are permitted to name—each has used or reviewed Protectstar technology across industry, government, military, and IT security.
And what private users say
“Finally, security tools that rely not on marketing and ads, but on real performance, certifications, and respect for privacy. I tested several apps and am honestly impressed by how clean, effective, and respectful of users they are.”
Directly to Protectstar · published with consent
Trust at the highest level
Security technology for
demanding environments.
Now available to everyone.
Our technology meets the requirements of professional security environments. The same level of quality is available to every user—at no extra cost and with no compromises.
99.8%
Real-time detection
AV-TEST Institute · Jan. 2025
View report MASAL1
App security
DEKRA / App Defense Alliance · 2025
MASA details 2×
Innovation awards
Antivirus AI · 2025
View award 2025
Fortress Cybersecurity
iShredder · 2025
View award Sustainability
0.07g CO₂ per page view
Not just safer.
Cleaner, too.
Cleaner than 94% of all websites
CO₂ per website visit: comparison
Source: websitecarbon.com · measured January 2023
Path to climate neutrality
85% of the goal already reached
2004 2027 · Goal: 100%
100% green power · ISO 27001
Bee sponsorship in Germany’s Black Forest
Your next step
Your privacy.
Our mission.
Since 2004. In more than 100 countries. For 8 million people.
Now for you, too.