<h1 data-path-to-node="0"><strong data-path-to-node="0" data-index-in-node="0">{FIXED} McAfee+ 2026: AI Scam Protection &amp; Identity Restoration</strong></h1>
<p data-path-to-node="1">In 2026, McAfee has transitioned from a traditional antivirus into <strong data-path-to-node="1" data-index-in-node="67">McAfee+</strong>, a comprehensive "Identity-First" security suite. The most significant addition is the <strong data-path-to-node="1" data-index-in-node="162">AI-Powered Scam Detector</strong>, which analyzes incoming emails, texts, and social media links in real-time to flag deepfakes and fraudulent financial requests before you click.</p>
<p data-path-to-node="2">If you are seeing a <strong data-path-to-node="2" data-index-in-node="20">"Service Error"</strong> in your 2026 dashboard or need to dispute an automatic renewal charge, you can reach the expert support desk at <strong data-path-to-node="2" data-index-in-node="148">[phone]</strong>.</p>
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<h3 data-path-to-node="4"><strong data-path-to-node="4" data-index-in-node="0">I. New 2026 Feature Breakdown</strong></h3>
<p data-path-to-node="5">Unlike older versions, McAfee+ now includes specialized privacy tools that require an active cloud "handshake":</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="6,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">AI Scam Detector:</strong> Uses behavioral modeling to detect phishing attempts in SMS and messaging apps (WhatsApp/iMessage).</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="6,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">Personal Data Cleanup:</strong> Scans major "Data Broker" sites to see who is selling your phone number and address. In higher 2026 tiers, McAfee will automatically send "Removal Requests" on your behalf.</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="6,2,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,2,0" data-index-in-node="0">Protection Score:</strong> A live "health meter" of your digital life. If your score drops, it usually means a 2026 security patch is missing or your email was found in a recent data breach.</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="6,3,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,3,0" data-index-in-node="0">Social Privacy Manager:</strong> A one-click tool that adjusts your privacy settings across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to prevent "oversharing" with 2026 scrapers.</p>
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<h3 data-path-to-node="8"><strong data-path-to-node="8" data-index-in-node="0">II. Advanced Troubleshooting &amp; Error Fixes</strong></h3>
<h4 data-path-to-node="9"><strong data-path-to-node="9" data-index-in-node="0">1. Fixing the "Protection Score" Sync Error</strong></h4>
<p data-path-to-node="10">If your dashboard shows a low score despite having all features enabled:</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="11,0,0">Sign out of the McAfee app and sign back in.</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="11,1,0">Ensure your <strong data-path-to-node="11,1,0" data-index-in-node="12">"Auto-Renewal"</strong> status is active in your 2026 profile; many identity monitoring features (like SSN tracking) are disabled if auto-renewal is turned off.</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="11,2,0">If the score remains stuck, call <strong data-path-to-node="11,2,0" data-index-in-node="33">[phone]</strong> to have a specialist "re-index" your 2026 identity profile.</p>
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<h4 data-path-to-node="12"><strong data-path-to-node="12" data-index-in-node="0">2. Resolving VPN "Connection Timed Out"</strong></h4>
<p data-path-to-node="13">In 2026, McAfee VPN requires specific <strong data-path-to-node="13" data-index-in-node="38">UDP/TCP ports</strong> to be open:</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="14,0,0">Go to <strong data-path-to-node="14,0,0" data-index-in-node="6">Web Protection &gt; Secure VPN &gt; Settings</strong>.</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="14,1,0">Toggle the protocol from "Automatic" to <strong data-path-to-node="14,1,0" data-index-in-node="40">"WireGuard"</strong> (the 2026 standard for speed).</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="14,2,0">If it still won't connect, your router's firewall may be blocking the 2026 encryption tunnel. Call <strong data-path-to-node="14,2,0" data-index-in-node="99">[phone]</strong> for the specific IP bypass list.</p>
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<h4 data-path-to-node="15"><strong data-path-to-node="15" data-index-in-node="0">3. Manual Removal of 2026 Registry "Leftovers"</strong></h4>
<p data-path-to-node="16">If you are trying to install a new version but get a "Conflicting Product Found" error:</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="17,0,0">Download the <strong data-path-to-node="17,0,0" data-index-in-node="13">MCPR (McAfee Consumer Product Removal)</strong> tool 2026 edition.</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="17,1,0">Run the tool and restart.</p>
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<p data-path-to-node="17,2,0">If the installer still fails, it&rsquo;s a <strong data-path-to-node="17,2,0" data-index-in-node="37">Permissions Lock</strong>. A technician can manually clear the hidden registry keys by calling <strong data-path-to-node="17,2,0" data-index-in-node="123">[phone]</strong>.</p>
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<h3 data-path-to-node="19"><strong data-path-to-node="19" data-index-in-node="0">III. 2026 Subscription &amp; Refund Policy</strong></h3>
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<td><span data-path-to-node="20,1,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="20,1,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Money-Back Guarantee</strong></span></td>
<td><span data-path-to-node="20,1,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="20,1,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">30 Days</strong> for new purchases; <strong data-path-to-node="20,1,1,0" data-index-in-node="27">60 Days</strong> for auto-renewals.</span></td>
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<td><span data-path-to-node="20,2,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="20,2,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Virus Protection Pledge</strong></span></td>
<td><span data-path-to-node="20,2,1,0">If McAfee can't remove a virus in 2026, you get a <strong data-path-to-node="20,2,1,0" data-index-in-node="50">100% refund</strong>.</span></td>
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<td><span data-path-to-node="20,3,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="20,3,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Identity Theft Coverage</strong></span></td>
<td><span data-path-to-node="20,3,1,0">Up to <strong data-path-to-node="20,3,1,0" data-index-in-node="6">$2 Million</strong> (Ultimate tier) for recovery costs and legal fees.</span></td>
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<p data-path-to-node="21,0">[!IMPORTANT]</p>
<p data-path-to-node="21,0"><strong data-path-to-node="21,0" data-index-in-node="13">Cancellation Note:</strong> To stop 2026 charges, you must turn off "Auto-Renewal" at least <strong data-path-to-node="21,0" data-index-in-node="96">40 days before</strong> your expiration date. If you missed this window, call <strong data-path-to-node="21,0" data-index-in-node="165">[phone]</strong> to request a manual reversal.</p>
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