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Pareto SecurityLynis
Freemium

Free app and free team plan for up to 5 devices, with paid plans beyond that.

 Free

The open-source software is available without a license fee. Hosting, hardware and…

Windows, macOS, Linux macOS, Linux, Command line
  • Over 30 checks on encryption, updates, firewall and screen lock
  • Read-only, does not inspect personal files
  • Checks local configuration and reports suggested improvements.
  • Team dashboard is free only up to 5 devices
  • Reports on settings rather than enforcing them
  • Suggestions require review for the particular system and workload.
Downloadable app, Hosted service Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License not stated License: GPL-3.0
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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