Frequently asked questions
Honest answers to what people actually ask. If your question is missing, write to us.
Is Argos an antivirus?
No. Argos replaces neither Windows Defender nor other security software. It watches whether your existing protection is switched on and working. Think of it as an inspection, not a guard dog.
What data does Argos send, and what does it not send?
Argos sends status about the computer’s settings: whether the firewall is on, when the last backup ran, and the like. It never sends your files, documents, photos, browser history or keystrokes. The full list is in the privacy policy.
Does Argos monitor what employees do?
No. Argos looks at the machine’s security settings, not at people. There is no screen recording, no logging of application use and no browser history. That is a deliberate choice, and we are not changing it.
Which computers does Argos work on?
Argos is built for Windows. Mac and Linux are not supported in the first version. Exactly which Windows versions are supported will be published at launch.
Does Argos require technical skills?
No, that is the whole point. Argos installs like an ordinary program, and every message is written in plain language without jargon. When something needs fixing, a button takes you to the right place in Windows.
What happens when Argos finds a problem?
You get a message explaining what was found, why it matters and how to fix it. Findings are prioritised: red must be fixed now, amber should be looked at, and everything green can be left in peace.
Does Argos use a lot of resources?
No. The agent runs as a quiet background service, and the checks are light. You will not notice it in daily use.
When can I buy Argos?
Argos is in its final development phase. There is no public launch date yet, but you can sign up as a pilot customer and get access before everyone else.
What does being a pilot customer mean?
You get Argos before launch, try it in your everyday life and tell us what works and what does not. In return you get direct contact with the developer and special terms when the product launches.
What does Argos cost?
Prices are not set yet and will be published at launch. We do not invent numbers ahead of time; you can see the structure on the pricing page.