When Text Message Filtering is turned on, Malwarebytes for iOS detects SMS spam messages and sorts them into Transactions, Promotions, and Junk on your iPhone. Apple does not provide a method for third-party apps, like Malwarebytes for iOS, to determine whether their spam filtering is turned on in Messages. As a result, the Malwarebytes for iOS Dashboard cannot display […]
Your Malwarebytes for iOS Premium subscription cannot be shared via Apple’s Family Sharing. Apple does not allow in-app purchases, including subscriptions, to be shared via Family Sharing. However, our VPN product, Malwarebytes Privacy for iOS can be shared using Apple’s Family Sharing feature. For more information, refer to Apple’s article What types of content can I share with […]
Settings in Malwarebytes for iOS displays your account information. In your home dashboard, click the cog icon in the top-right part of your screen. Phone number: Enter, edit or view the phone number you have entered. Account type: Informs you the type of account (Free or Premium) that you have for your app. Upgrade to Premium (Free users […]
The Text Message Filtering functionality in Malwarebytes for iOS involves sending some messages to a server controlled by Malwarebytes. This process is done in accordance with the requirements set by Apple for Text Message Filtering, using a process put in place by Apple in iOS. iOS is the operating system, created by Apple, that runs […]
Due to security restrictions on iOS, it is not possible for any app to scan the system or other apps for malware. Apps are not allowed those kinds of permissions, and for that reason, antivirus software on iOS is not possible. Malwarebytes for iOS does not – and cannot – scan the device for malware. […]
You can read cyber security news and blogs on the Security News screen in Malwarebytes for iOS. The Security News screen has two different tabs to sort news: Apple news: shows news related to macOS, iOS, and other Apple related topics. Other news: shows news from the Malwarebytes Labs. There is also a Security News widget […]
Malwarebytes for iOS v1.0 is primarily designed for iPhone devices. Some Malwarebytes for iOS functionality works on iPad and iPod Touch devices, but the app is optimized for iPhones. When using Malwarebytes for iOS, it’s important to note the following: The Malwarebytes for iOS interface is scaled for iPad devices. Call Protection and Text Message […]
To block potential scam calls, verify your phone number, and give Malwarebytes for iOS access to your contacts, go to the Dashboard and tap Customize protection. Verifying your phone number and giving Malwarebytes for iOS access to your contacts helps ensure the app cannot block your contacts and identify neighbor spoofed calls. Configure Call Protection in Malwarebytes for […]
To modify your Malwarebytes Premium subscription on iOS or request help with other billing-related issues, access your Apple account to manage your subscription. Apple manages billing inquiries for apps purchased through the App Store. Purchases made through the App Store are tied to your Apple ID. Manage or cancel your subscription Open Malwarebytes for iOS. […]
To prevent Malwarebytes from blocking trusted websites on your iOS device, add them to the Allow list. For instructions on how to add trusted phone numbers to the Allow list, refer to Add phone numbers to Malwarebytes Phone Allow List on iOS device. There are two ways to add websites to the Allow list: Through the […]