![]() But the danger lies in other kinds of users - hackers. Keyloggers can be used by ordinary people like parents who wish to monitor their children's computers. While there are lots of legitimate (depending on your point of view) uses of keyloggers, there are also lots of ways in which they’re used unethically and even illegally. Also, if the keylogger is equipped with a geolocation feature, it can be used to locate Mac that was stolen. An example of a keylogger that is used for good can be parental control. For some, it’s threatening malware, for others - useful software installed on Mac devices. The nature of a keylogger is dual, meaning it can be good or evil depending on how it is used. Once the keystrokes have been recorded, anyone with access to the keylogger can see what has been typed on the keyboard, including usernames, passwords, bank details, and even the content of your messages and emails. ![]() There are two types of keyloggers, software- and hardware-based, which connect to the USB port on your Mac. Keyloggers record the keystrokes typed on your Mac’s keyboard. If you’re worried that a keylogger is recording your Mac’s keyboard, there are a number of steps you can take to find out and then remove it. ![]() Now to detect harmless-looking Mac apps that contain malware and remove them before they do any harm. ![]() Reliable anti-malware protection is an absolute necessity in 2023. Threats like adware and spyware made their way onto Macs, proving even macOS devices are susceptible to malware.
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