The main window offers Smart Scan, Full Scan, and Customize Scan for checking a PC in different ways. IObit Malware Fighter also monitors threats in real time and includes browser protections for downloads, tracking cookies, and suspicious sites.
Choose a scan for the areas you want to check
Smart Scan checks critical parts of the system, while Full Scan examines the computer’s hard disks. Customize Scan lets you select a directory or drag a file or folder into the scan area.
When a scan finds a threat, the program provides a removal action. These options cover a quick system check as well as a targeted check of a particular item.
Download Protection checks files as they arrive
Download Protection scans downloaded files, including email attachments, for malicious content. Real-time monitoring also watches for threats before they are installed.
Other security guards focus on activity around the PC: Behavior Guard analyzes suspicious behavior, and USB protection checks removable drives when they are connected.
Browser tools watch for risky changes and tracking
Surfing Protection flags phishing and fake websites, malicious email links, and ads. Homepage Advisor notifies you if the browser homepage or search engine changes, while DNS Protect guards against unauthorized DNS changes.
Anti-Tracking clears tracking cookies when the browser closes. Browser Password Guard encrypts locally stored browser passwords and blocks unauthorized access to them.
- Email Protection checks web email for potential email-borne threats.
- The program can create an isolated environment for running unknown apps and suspicious software.
Pros
- Smart Scan targets critical system areas
- Customize Scan can check a selected file, folder, or directory
- Download Protection scans downloaded files, including email attachments
- Browser tools monitor homepage changes and clear tracking cookies
Cons
- The Bitdefender engine and some advanced protections are reserved for Pro
System requirements: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11
What scan modes does IObit Malware Fighter offer?
Smart Scan checks critical system areas, Full Scan checks all hard disks, and Customize Scan checks a selected file, folder, or directory.
Does it scan downloaded files?
Yes. Download Protection scans downloaded files, including email attachments.
How does it protect browser privacy?
It can clear tracking cookies when the browser closes and encrypt locally stored browser passwords.