Remove virus with Malwarebytes: a guide

In this guide we show you how to remove a virus with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware.

Remove Malwarebytes Anti-Malware virus - Preparations

• Make sure that the Malwarebytes database on your PC is up to date. To do this, click on "Update Now" under "Database Version" in the dashboard.
• In order for all potential threats to be found on your PC, you should carry out a complete system scan under "Scan". Depending on the PC and the number of files, this may take some time.
• Close all other programs on your PC during the scan.

Malwarebytes Anti-Malware: Remove Viruses

1. As soon as the search is complete, you will find all infected objects in a list. You can choose between the actions "Quarantine", "Add Exclusion" and "Ignore Once".
2. Select "Quaratine" from the infected files drop-down menu and click "Apply Actions". Alternatively, you can click on "Quarantine All" at the bottom left of the program.
3. The process may take some time depending on the number of files. If the file is successfully completed, it then appears that the files have been removed.
4. Then restart your PC. The infected files cannot do any harm if they are in quarantine.
5. You can access the quarantine via the "History" menu item. You should mark all harmful files via the checkbox and finally remove them from your PC by clicking on "Delete".
6. Alternatively, you can also use the "Delete All" button. If you have accidentally deleted a trustworthy file, you can restore it with "Restore".

We will also show you how to check individual files for viruses online in the next practical tip.