NOTICE – On May 4 2020, Malwarebytes for Windows version 3.8.3 reached its End of Life. For more information, see Malwarebytes for Windows version 3 End of Life notice. For the latest version of this support article, see Set up automatic scans in Malwarebytes for Windows. As soon as you activate your Premium license, Malwarebytes for Windows creates a […]
If Malwarebytes for Windows displays a website blocked notification, this indicates Web Protection has blocked a potentially harmful website that may infect your computer. If you have encountered a website blocked notification, we recommend you scan your device to ensure your not infected. Below is an example of a website blocked notification. The website blocked […]
NOTICE – On May 4 2020, Malwarebytes for Windows version 3.8.3 reached its End of Life. For more information, see Malwarebytes for Windows version 3 End of Life notice. For the latest version of this support article, see Restore or delete quarantined items in Malwarebytes for Windows. When Malwarebytes for Windows executes on demand and scheduled scans, some files […]
NOTICE – On May 4 2020, Malwarebytes for Windows version 3.8.3 reached its End of Life. For more information, see Malwarebytes for Windows version 3 End of Life notice. For the latest version of this support article, see Real-Time Protection in Malwarebytes for Windows. The Protection tab in Malwarebytes for Windows controls how the program protects your device. You […]
Malwarebytes for Windows automatically performs database updates and scheduled scans. You can also manually update to the latest database version for your protections. There are two different ways to manually check for updates. See below for instructions on the method you prefer. Check for updates from Malwarebytes Dashboard Open Malwarebytes for Windows. Click the Settings button […]
After you install Malwarebytes for the first time on a Windows device, a Malwarebytes Premium Trial is offered. With the Malwarebytes Premium Trial, you get to experience a comprehensive cyber security program that crushes established and emerging threats before they can disrupt your digital lifestyle. Your 14-day Malwarebytes Premium Trial enables features that: Protects your […]
Malwarebytes is a complete antivirus alternative. We use a comprehensive solution, with advanced technologies like anomaly detection, behavioral analysis, and application hardening to crush viruses and other types of malware. If you still wish to use other antivirus software, Malwarebytes works alongside and is compatible with most other security products available today. See our Malwarebytes product […]
Windows Action Center is a notification and monitoring center available in Windows 7 and newer operating systems. Earlier versions of Windows offer similar services known as Windows Security Center. Is Malwarebytes compatible with the Windows Security Center? Malwarebytes for Windows did not appear in the Windows Security Center as a recognized security solution primarily due […]
Malwarebytes for Windows detects Potentially Unwanted Modifications (PUMs) to help prevent software from making unauthorized changes to the Windows settings on your computer. PUMs are not always harmful, but they can change the way your computer behaves. You can research more about PUMs on our blog, Malwarebytes Labs. PUMs can prevent you from doing common tasks such as: […]
Play Mode allows you to hide Malwarebytes notifications when selected apps are viewed in full screen on Windows devices. We recommend enabling Play Mode when playing games, watching movies, and giving presentations. This article explains how to enable and disable Play Mode, and how to select the applications that you want to use in Play […]