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Malwarebytes

Name: Malwarebytes
Author: Malwarebytes

Malwarebytes crushes the latest threats before others even recognize they exist.

Version 5.7.3.171 · by Malwarebytes

Official site: malwarebytes.com

About Malwarebytes

Multiple layers of malware-crushing tech, including virus protection. Thorough malware and spyware removal. Specialized ransomware protection.

**NOTE**: This is an automatically updated package. If you find it is out of date by more than a week, please contact the maintainer(s) and let them know the package is no longer updating correctly.

How to install Malwarebytes

Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install malwarebytes
Open Malwarebytes once it finishes installing.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Malwarebytes free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to malwarebytes.com, the developer's official site, where Malwarebytes is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.

What is the latest version of Malwarebytes?

The version listed here is 5.7.3.171, published /Date(1791. The developer's site always has the newest release.

How do I install Malwarebytes from the command line?

With Chocolatey, run: choco install malwarebytes. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is Malwarebytes safe?

Malwarebytes downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.