# Malwarebytes

> Malwarebytes is a privately held cybersecurity company serving consumers and organizations worldwide. Its free malware-removal scanner sits alongside paid device protection, VPN, identity protection and personal-data removal, plus scam-checking tools. Its business security unit, ThreatDown, supplies endpoint protection, detection and response, and managed security services.

- **Founded:** 2008
- **Headquarters:** Santa Clara, United States
- **Founders:** Marcin Kleczynski (Co-founder and CEO), Bruce Harrison (Co-founder; formerly VP of Research)
- **Products:** Malwarebytes Free, Malwarebytes Premium Security, Browser Guard, AdwCleaner, ThreatDown
- **Notable:** Launched Malwarebytes Anti-Malware on January 21, 2008., Announced USD 180 million across its 2014, 2016 and 2022 financing rounds., Reported software use on 250 million unique endpoints during 2015.

## Products & services

- **Malwarebytes Free** — On-demand scanning and removal of existing malware infections; ongoing real-time protection requires a paid plan.
- **Malwarebytes Premium Security** — Paid real-time device protection against malware, ransomware and malicious websites; features vary by platform and plan.
- **Browser Guard** — Free browser extension that blocks ads, trackers, scams and malicious content.
- **AdwCleaner** — Free Windows tool for removing adware and unwanted software; acquired by Malwarebytes in 2016.
- **ThreatDown** — Business security portfolio with endpoint protection, EDR, MDR and centralized management for IT teams and MSPs.
- **Privacy VPN and AzireVPN** — VPN services; Malwarebytes acquired AzireVPN in November 2024.
- **Identity Theft Protection** — Identity monitoring, recovery assistance and insurance subject to plan, eligibility and geography.
- **Personal Data Remover** — Requests removal of personal details from supported data-broker and people-search sites; US availability.
- **Scam Guard** — AI-assisted assessment of suspicious messages, screenshots, links and numbers, with recommended actions.
- **Scam Link Check** — Free browser-based URL check, launched October 5, 2026, with no payment, download or login required.

## Achievements

- Launched Malwarebytes Anti-Malware on January 21, 2008.
- Announced USD 180 million across its 2014, 2016 and 2022 financing rounds.
- Reported software use on 250 million unique endpoints during 2015.
- Created the ThreatDown business-security brand in November 2023.
- Announced an independent X41 D-Sec audit of AzireVPN infrastructure in April 2026.

## Latest updates

- **2026-10** — October 5: launched free Scam Link Check for inspecting suspicious URLs without a login or download.
- **2026-09** — September 2: published research on how scam tactics differ by platform.
- **2026-08** — August 11: published survey research on young adults, AI and online scams.
- **2026-04** — April 2: announced the first independent third-party audit of AzireVPN infrastructure by X41 D-Sec.
- **2026-02** — February 2: announced Malwarebytes in ChatGPT for scam and online-risk checking.

## Links

- Website: https://www.malwarebytes.com
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/malwarebytes
- Twitter/X: https://x.com/Malwarebytes
- GitHub: https://github.com/Malwarebytes
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Malwarebytes
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/malwarebytesofficial/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Malwarebytes

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