Windows · Security & Antivirus
Spybot
Detects and removes spyware and rootkits
Version 2.9.85.5 · by Safer-Networking Ltd
Official site: safer-networking.org
About Spybot
## Spybot
Spybot - Search & Destroy detects and removes spyware, a kind of threat not very well covered by common anti-virus applications. Spyware silently tracks your surfing behaviour to create a marketing profile for you that is transmitted without your knowledge to the compilers and sold to advertising companies. If you see new toolbars in your Internet Explorer that you haven't intentionally installed, if your browser crashes inexplicably, or if your home page has been "hijacked" (or changed without your knowledge), your computer is most probably infected with spyware. Even if you don't see the symptoms, your computer may be infected, because more and more spyware is emerging.
#### Freeware
This package installs the free version of Spybot which allows full, manual scanning of malware and rootkits. For anti-virus protection and additional features licensed versions are available. For more info, see https://www.safer-networking.org/compare-spybot-editions/
#### Community
* [Forum](https://forums.spybot.info/downloads.php?id=1)
* [RSS news feed](https://www.safer-networking.org/feed/)
* [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/SpybotSearchAndDestroy/)
* [Twitter](https://www.twitter.com/SpybotSD)
* [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/SaferNetworking)
### Package-specific issue
If this package isn't up-to-date for some days, [Create an issue](https://github.com/tunisiano187/Chocolatey-packages/issues/new/choose)
Support the package maintainer and [](https://www.patreon.com/tunisiano).
How to install Spybot
- 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 spybot
- Open Spybot once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Spybot free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to safer-networking.org, the developer's official site, where Spybot is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.
What is the latest version of Spybot?
The version listed here is 2.9.85.5, published /Date(1677. The developer's site always has the newest release.
How do I install Spybot from the command line?
With Chocolatey, run: choco install spybot. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Spybot safe?
Spybot downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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