Company Overview — Malwarebytes Inc.
Malwarebytes Inc. is an American cybersecurity company, founded in 2008 by Marcin Kleczynski and Bruce Harrison. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, it has additional offices worldwide, including in Ireland, Estonia, Italy, and Florida . It specializes in protecting both individuals and organizations from malware, ransomware, and other cyber threats, offering intuitive and accessible security solutions .
Main Software and Tools
1. Malwarebytes (Anti-Malware)
- A primary anti-malware solution originally released in 2006. Available on Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, Android, and iOS .
- Free Version: Offers manual scanning and removal of malware, spyware, ransomware, and Trojans .
- Premium Version: Adds real-time protection, scheduled scans, flash-memory scanning, and web threat prevention .
- Known for strong threat detection and user-friendly interface. Free version lacks outgoing scheduling and auto-updates .
2. AdwCleaner
- A free tool acquired by Malwarebytes in 2016, designed to detect and remove unwanted software—such as adware, spyware, browser toolbars, hijackers, and PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs) .
3. Browser Guard
- A browser extension (for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari) that blocks ads, trackers, malicious websites, and credit-card-stealing skimmers. Included for free with Premium Security .
4. Premium Security (Device & Privacy Protection)
- A broader security suite offering antivirus capabilities, real-time protection, ransomware defense, and browser protection .
- Includes:
- Mobile Security for Android & iOS
- Identity Protection: Identity Theft Protection, Personal Data Remover, Digital Footprint Scanner
- Privacy Protection: Privacy VPN, Browser Guard, AdwCleaner .
- Subscriptions typically start around $44.99/year for personal use .
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