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Surfshark Antivirus features

Enjoy lightweight, hassle-free protection from viruses, malware, and other online threats.

  • Regular virus database updates
  • Support for up to 5 devices
  • Fully customizable scans
  • Runs on Windows 10+, Android 10+, and macOS Big Sur 11 or later
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Secure your device with key antivirus features

Real-time Protection

Real-time Protection

Surfshark Antivirus constantly scans your files — even the ones you can’t see — with Real-time Protection. Neutralize viruses before they enter your device as you surf the web and download media with 24/7 protection that won’t slow down performance.

On-demand scans

On-demand scans

Launch comprehensive manual scans to check every file, nook, and cranny for malware. Stay in control and leave no stone unturned as you maximize the odds of keeping your device in peak condition.   

Scheduled Scans

Scheduled Scans

Don’t want to think about security all the time? Schedule scans on your terms, so you don’t need to. Get antivirus protection — whether it’s full or quick scans — you can set and forget.

Quarantine folders

Quarantine folders

Disable malware by isolating it into locked folders that prevent it from doing any harm. You can always restore anything that’s quarantined, and infected files are automatically deleted from your device after 60 days in isolation. 

Web Protection

Web Protection

Leverage Web Protection to block access to malicious websites or apps. Nip malware in the bud, and stop it from ever reaching your device. Get added phishing protection from pages that can expose you to data theft and online scams.*

Database updates

Database updates

Antivirus software is only as good as the database it’s built on. Don’t rely on antiquated tools that leave you exposed to emerging threats. Our database is updated every three hours, keeping you safe from new malware with up-to-date protection.  

*Only available on Windows

Certified device security

Surfshark Antivirus is certified by leading independent testing firm AV-TEST.

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Certified device security

Advanced features to maximize safety for your device

Surfshark Antivirus gives increased protection that other antivirus software lacks.

Cloud Protect

Defend yourself against zero-day threats by scanning for unknown files in the cloud. Cloud Protect checks suspicious files against our database in real time, keeping the newest threats off your device — without ever seeing your personal data.    

Cloud Protect

Heuristic scans

Catch sneaky malware that hasn’t been identified yet with Heuristic scans. Surfshark Antivirus searches for potentially dangerous lines of code, spotting red flags and running files in a safe environment to determine if they’re harmful.*

Heuristic scans

Anti-tamper protection

Block malware or unauthorized users from turning off your comprehensive protection. Anti-tamper protection ensures your antivirus software runs as intended without anyone — or anything — sabotaging your files or features.

Anti-tamper protection

Boot sector scans

Some viruses execute before your OS loads, making them hard to detect with regular scans. Boot sector scans target your hard drive’s boot sector, where critical startup info is stored, to catch and eliminate these early-stage threats.*

Boot sector scans

Anti-Malware Scan Interface (AMSI)

Catching fileless malware and script-based attacks might be challenging for traditional software. By letting apps communicate with malicious scripts before they’re executed, our Anti-Malware Scan Interface stops these evolving risks in their tracks.*  

Anti-Malware Scan Interface (AMSI)

Behavioral scans

Using an antivirus that only relies on known malware signatures won’t cut it. Behavioral scans look for unusual activity in apps and files to ID emerging threats, block harmful processes, and alert users, even when the malicious code was previously unknown.*

*Only available on Windows
Behavioral scans

More features you’ll love

Webcam Protection

Webcam Protection

Safeguard your privacy by blocking untrusted apps from accessing your camera with Webcam Protection. You’ll also get notified if an app tries to use your camera,  helping you level up your webcam security.

Ransomware Shield

Ransomware Shield

Our Ransomware Shield actively looks out for attacks that aim to encrypt your files and demand a ransom for decryption. Keep your personal info safe with our antivirus ransomware protection.

Drag-and-drop scans

Drag-and-drop scans

Simply scan single files by dropping them into our easy-to-use app. Whether you want to look at one file or bulk-check several, drag-and-drop scans let you maximize your antivirus capabilities.

Bloatware-free

Bloatware-free

Free antivirus tools can slow your device or bog you down with annoying pop-ups — the Surfshark app won’t. The best antivirus software is 100% bloatware-free, giving a seamless user experience and low CPU (Central Processing Unit) consumption. 

Quarantine Auto-delete

Quarantine Auto-delete

Stressed out about deleting quarantined files? Surfshark Antivirus has a built-in Quarantine Auto-delete feature that removes infected files after 60 days, doing the dirty work for you. You won’t have to lift a finger. 

Multi-device protection

Multi-device protection

Other antivirus programs offer limited defense. Our multi-device protection lets you run Antivirus on up to five devices with a single Sufshark account on your favorite operating systems: Windows, Android, or macOS.      

24/7 customer support

Got any questions? Get help from Surfshark’s customer support via 24/7 live chat or email, or search for an answer in our knowledge base.

24/7 customer support

Experience Antivirus with a Surfshark One subscription

Surfshark offers three plans that provide robust security features tailored to different needs. Surfshark Antivirus is available in the Surfshark One and Surfshark One+ bundles.

Why is everyone raving about Surfshark?

From thorough antivirus scans to leading VPN (Virtual Private Network) protection, Surfshark strives to deliver safe, friction-free online experiences. But don’t take our word for it — see what the world’s saying about our all-in-one security suite.

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“Surfshark is an excellent, well-rounded virtual private network that consistently ranks as one of CNET’s best VPNs.”

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We love Surfshark because it is an easy-to-use app that you can download on all your devices.

“This is my first year and I absolutely love it. The fact I can have a good antivirus, great VPN, and incognito for like $120 a year is great.”

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Try Surfshark Antivirus risk-free

Not sure which antivirus program is right for you? Surfshark’s 30-day money-back guarantee makes choosing a little easier. Test out Antivirus — along with our VPN service, Ad Blocker, and more. If it’s not what you want, cancel within 30 days for a full refund — no questions asked.

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Frequently asked questions

No, Surfshark Antivirus isn’t available on its own. You can get Antivirus as a part of the Surfshark One and Surfshark One+ packages, which also include Surfshark VPN, Surfshark Alert, and other tools to enhance your online security.

You can run Surfshark Antivirus on Windows 10 or later, macOS versions starting with Big Sur 11 and onwards, and Android devices running OS 10 or later. However, some advanced features, such as heuristic detection and web scanning, are only compatible with the Windows operating system.    

Please note that Surfshark Antivirus isn’t compatible with Windows ARM or Android devices running on anything other than 64-bit architecture.

Yes, combining an antivirus with VPN protection is an excellent idea. Both tools offer different kinds of security. A VPN routes your internet connection through a VPN server, encrypts your traffic, and masks your IP (Internet Protocol) address to boost online privacy. On the other hand, an antivirus scans files on a device, checking them against online databases to find, quarantine, and remove malware.

Since VPNs and antivirus software offer different kinds of protection, it’s worthwhile to consider cybersecurity suites like Surfshark that give you both simultaneously. 

To turn on Antivirus in the Surfshark app, follow these steps:

  1. Subscribe: Get Surfshark One or Surfshark One+ and set up your Surfshark account.
  2. Download: Download and install Surfshark onto your Windows, macOS, or Android device.
  3. Launch: Open Surfshark, click on the Antivirus tab, and select either Full scan or Quick scan.

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