How to Scan Mac for Malware

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open a web browser.

   Download Malwarebytes for Mac, a free anti-malware app recommended by security experts., The application will download automatically. ,,,,,,, The app should open.
   
   If you see a message that says it can’t be opened because it wasn’t downloaded from the app store:
   Open System Preferences.
   
   Select “Security & Privacy” Click Open Anyway. ,, This will install the tool that removes any malware discovered by Malwarebytes.
   
   When the tool is finished installing, you’ll arrive at the main Malwarebytes Anti-Malware screen. , The scan is fast, so don’t be alarmed if the results (or lack thereof) show up after only a few seconds. , If the system has no malware, you will see a message that says no threats were found.
   
   If threats were found, a list will appear in a pop-up window.
   
   Unless otherwise noted, you should remove all threats found by the application. ,, Your Mac is now free of malware.
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   Step 2: Navigate to https://www.malwarebytes.com/mac-download/.

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   Step 3: Double-click the file that begins with “MBAM-Mac.” The entire file name should look like MBAM-Mac-1.2.5.dmg

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   Step 4: though the number will vary based on the current software version.

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   Step 5: Drag the Malwarebytes icon to the Applications folder.

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   Step 6: Click the “File” menu.

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   Step 7: Click “Eject Anti-Malware for Mac.”

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   Step 8: Open the Applications folder.

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   Step 9: Double-click “Malwarebytes Anti-Malware.”

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    Step 10: Click Open.

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    Step 11: Type your admin username and password.

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    Step 12: Click Install Helper.

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    Step 13: Click Scan.

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    Step 14: Evaluate the results.

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    Step 15: Place a checkmark next to each threat you want to remove.

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    Step 16: Click Remove Selected Items.

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