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 […]
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 Exclude detections in Malwarebytes for Windows. Malwarebytes for Windows can block items, including websites, applications, and files, that are not inherently […]
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 Scan types in Malwarebytes for Windows. Malwarebytes for Windows provides three methods you can use to scan your computer: Threat Scan, […]
The Google Chrome team announced in a blog post dated November 2017, it will not allow 3rd-party vendors to inject into the Chrome browser for Windows beginning in September 2018. Refer to Reducing Chrome crashes caused by third-party software for details. Google believes this approach makes Chrome more secure and less prone to crashes, which they identify […]
Real-Time Protection is a feature available in Malwarebytes for Windows and other home devices. Depending on your operating system, Real-Time Protection can block malware, exploits, ransomware, or malicious websites. To confirm Real-Time Protection is on or off, open the Malwarebytes application and view your Dashboard or refer to the instructions below. Check Real-Time Protection in […]