How to Install Malwarebytes Malware Scanner on Mac to Clean Malware, Viruses, Adware, etc
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- Download the latest version of Malwarebytes for Mac free from https://www.malwarebytes.com/mac-download/
- Go to the user Downloads folder and open the “Malwarebytes” package installer
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- At the Malwarebytes installer screen, choose Continue and read through the release notes and license terms
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- Select the drive you wish to install Malwarebytes onto, this is likely the primary boot drive named “Macintosh HD”
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- Authenticate the installer to let Malwarebytes complete installation
- In a moment you’ll be presented with a screen asking where you’re installing Malwarebytes, either Personal / Home or Work
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- At the next screen, choose “No thanks, I just want to scan” (or sign up for the 14 day free trial if you want to try out the full paid version)
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- At the Malwarebytes application screen, choose “Scan” to scan the Mac right away for any threats
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- If any threats or junk is found, Malwarebytes will report it to you on the next screen, otherwise you’ll see a screen saying the Mac is clean and clear
Note: we use the free version here to simply scan and clean Macs (assuming malware, bad junk, or unwanted things are found), but you are certainly free to try out a 14 day full protection trial, or register for complete paid services and unlock other features of the Malwarebytes application.
