How to prevent and remove viruses and other malware - Microsoft Support
Learn how to use Microsoft Safety Scanner, a free online tool that scans and helps remove potential threats from your computer. Find out how to update your computer, use other Microsoft tools, and protect yourself from malware.
You cannot download the Microsoft Safety Scanner because of a malware ...
Learn how to download and run the Microsoft Safety Scanner if your computer is infected by malware. You can use removable media or contact Microsoft Support for assistance.
How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
Learn how to start a quick or deep scan for malware on Windows, Android, or Mac with Microsoft Defender. Find out the signs of infection and how to protect your device with Microsoft 365 subscription benefits.
Applies To:
Microsoft Defender on Android, Microsoft Defender on Mac, Microsoft Defender on Windows
How to troubleshoot an error when you run the Microsoft Safety Scanner ...
Learn how to fix common errors when you run the Microsoft Safety Scanner, a tool that checks your PC for malware. Find the error code, cause, and solution in the table, or follow the steps to change the scan settings or remove malicious files.
Microsoft resources and guidance for removal of malware and viruses
If you think your computer is infected, we recommend that you run the Microsoft Safety Scanner. The scan is free and will detect and remove many of the issues that customers frequently contact us about.
Remove malware from your Windows PC - Microsoft Support
Microsoft Defender Antivirus is a powerful tool that finds and removes malware from your PC. Here's how to use it in Windows 10 or 11 to scan your PC.
Applies To:
OneDrive (home or personal), OneDrive for Windows
Remove specific prevalent malware with Windows Malicious Software ...
MSRT helps remove specific prevalent malware from Windows computers. It is different from Microsoft Safety Scanner, which is a standalone tool for comprehensive malware detection and removal.
Stay protected with Windows Security - Microsoft Support
Windows Security continually scans for malware ( mal icious soft ware ), viruses, and security threats. In addition to this real-time protection, updates are downloaded automatically to help keep your device safe and protect it from threats.
Keep your computer secure at work - Microsoft Support
If you're still running Windows 8 then the Microsoft Safety Scanner provides full and comprehensive on-demand antimalware scans. It offers robust offline scan and cleanup capabilities. However, it does not provide the real-time and cloud-based protection that is available with Windows Security.
Virus & threat protection in Windows Security - Microsoft Support
Virus & threat protection in Windows Security helps you scan for threats on your device. You can also run different types of scans, see the results of your previous virus and threat scans, and get the latest protection offered by Microsoft Defender Antivirus. Under Current threats you can:
Applies To:
Microsoft account dashboard