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The award-winning AVG AntiVirus FREE includes a robust rootkit checker and remover backed by decades of cybersecurity expertise. Scan and remove rootkits and other malware with our leading anti-rootkit solution. And root out really deep rootkits with our special boot-time scan feature.

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The benefits of AVG’s rootkit removal tool

Cyber Capture

Sends suspicious files to the Cloud for analysis, then pushes a cure to update if needed.

24/7 updates

New rootkits are created all the time. We constantly update our engine to protect against the latest threats.

Smart Scan

No matter what kind of attack threatens your device or your data, Avast can scan for and remove them.

Behavior Shield

Provides immediate alerts if unusual app behavior is detected that may indicate a threat.

Quarantine

Isolates potentially harmful files from the rest of your system to keep it malware-free.

File Shield

Blocks potentially malicious files and alerts you if suspicious programs are detected on your device.

The benefits of AVG’s rootkit removal tool

Cyber Capture

Sends suspicious files to the Cloud for analysis, then pushes a cure to update if needed.

24/7 updates

New rootkits are created all the time. We constantly update our engine to protect against the latest threats.

Smart Scan

No matter what kind of attack threatens your device or your data, Avast can scan for and remove them.

Behavior Shield

Provides immediate alerts if unusual app behavior is detected that may indicate a threat.

Quarantine

Isolates potentially harmful files from the rest of your system to keep it malware-free.

File Shield

Blocks potentially malicious files and alerts you if suspicious programs are detected on your device.

A rootkit scanner recognized by the experts

We already know that AVG AntiVirus FREE is one of the best anti-adware tools available — but it still makes us proud to see that the experts agree.

Mac Security Test & Review AV-Comparatives: Approved 2024

Consumer Mobile Security Test AV Test: Maximum points, certified 2024

Real-World Protection Test AV-Comparatives: Advanced +, 2023

Proudly providing anti-rootkit protection all around the world

But don’t just take our word for it.

Steve J. McWilliams

AVG AntiVirus FREE is an excellent product that does not slow my machine down. It has never crashed, is simple to update, and, possibly most important, seems to catch 99% of any viruses I come across on the fly.

Carl

AVG Free is easy to download and install. It runs in the background without hogging memory and has blocked and/or removed several items on my PC.

M. Cady

I cannot rely only on Microsoft's protection, because I have important data on my PC, like accounting information of my company. I also shop online quite often. I am satisfied with AVG.

Protect your Mac and mobile, too

Outfit all your devices with industry-leading cybersecurity. No device is immune from online threats, not even your Mac or mobile phone.

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AVG AntiVirus FREE for Mac brings all the power of our PC solution to macOS. It’ll protect your Mac from malware while also detecting any PC and mobile threats that might harm your family, friends, and colleagues who use other devices. Protect yourself and the people you care about with one free and easy solution.

With AVG AntiVirus for Android, you’ve got a full cybersecurity suite right in your pocket. Defend your Android device against rootkits and other malware, and if your phone gets stolen, hunt it down with our built-in Anti-Theft Phone Tracker. As a last resort, you can remotely wipe your phone to keep your personal data out of the wrong hands.

iOS fans benefit from the full range of privacy and security protections in AVG Mobile Security for iPhone & iPad. Our Wi-Fi Security feature evaluates the safety of any wireless network, and with our Identity Guard tool, you’ll know ASAP if any of your passwords get leaked. Defend your data wherever you go.

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AVG AntiVirus FREE is your single best defense against rootkits and all the other malware out there. Scan and remove rootkits to send them packing, and then protect against future infections with around-the-clock rootkit detection. Get cutting-edge anti-rootkit security, totally free.

Install Free Anti-Rootkit

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Install Free Anti-Rootkit

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Download Free Anti-Rootkit

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FAQ

Why are rootkits dangerous?

Rootkits are usually built to do two things: grant access to your computer and stay hidden while doing so. With a rootkit, a hacker can hijack your data, install additional malware, spy on you, or even take over your computer.

How do you know if you have a rootkit?

By design, rootkits are stealthy. However, you may have a rootkit infection if you notice the following symptoms:

You’re seeing websites redirecting to other sites.
You’re seeing software that you didn’t install yourself.
Your settings and configurations have changed.
You’re consuming more bandwidth than makes sense for your online activities.
Your antivirus software has been disabled.

Can our antivirus detect rootkits?

Yes it can! AVG AntiVirus FREE is a strong and reliable anti-rootkit solution able to scan for and detect rootkits on your device, then remove them.

Is a rootkit a virus?

Nope! Rootkits and viruses are both examples of malware, which is any type of software or code designed to harm or compromise a system. But other than that, they don’t have much in common. While rootkits can be nearly invisible, viruses are usually quite conspicuous.

What does a rootkit modify?

Not all rootkits work the same. But many rootkits will modify files in your operating system’s kernel — a program at the core of your computer, with control over all other parts — in order to conceal their presence against a standard system inspection. For example, a rootkit may disable your computer’s ability to log events, so that no record is left of the attack.

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System requirements

We’re not demanding. All you need is a PC with Windows 11, 10, 8 or 7*, 1 GB RAM
and 2 GB of hard disk space. And that’s it.

* Both the 32- and 64-bit versions, excluding Starter and RT editions.

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Free Rootkit Scanner & Remover

Scan and remove rootkits with the click of a button

The benefits of AVG’s rootkit removal tool

Cyber Capture

24/7 updates

Smart Scan

Behavior Shield

Quarantine

File Shield

The benefits of AVG’s rootkit removal tool

Cyber Capture

24/7 updates

Smart Scan

Behavior Shield

Quarantine

File Shield

A rootkit scanner recognized by the experts

Proudly providing anti-rootkit protection all around the world

Steve J. McWilliams

Carl

M. Cady

Protect your Mac and mobile, too

Download our free rootkit scanner

FAQ

Why are rootkits dangerous?

How do you know if you have a rootkit?

Can our antivirus detect rootkits?

Is a rootkit a virus?

What does a rootkit modify?

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