Spybot Search & Destroy

by Safer-Networking Ltd.

A security software to fight most spyware

Operating system: Windows

Publisher: Safer-Networking Ltd.

Release : Spybot Search & Destroy 2.3 Beta 1

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The speciality of this product software is that, it penetrates through the hard disk for all types of adware, spyware and to be very clear, all unwanted programs in the disk and gives the user the correct access to what he or she really requires of; The specific potential of this program is that, if a user is diverted to a different domain without his/her permission, Spybot restricts the access. The motive with which it was developed is, "Search and Destroy" and Safer-Networking Ltd holds the parental rights of such software release. This was originally developed a way back in 2000 at Kolla by a student.

Features:

  • User privacy is highly protected by way of removing 'Usage Tracks'
  • Highly compatible with Windows Operating System 7 and higher versions.
  • Professional service handling.
  • Improved look in for malware
  • Improved hard disk efficiency
  • Advanced scanning and cleaning of malware and cookies.

This software comes in a size of about 66 mega bites and is in the market in free and paid versions. In the Free version, the basic tools and advances tools are included and for additional features like antivirus protection, the paid version of 'the Professional' available for purchase in the market.

A security software to fight most spyware, cookie-tracking software and aggressive advertisements.

With the assistance of Basic tools, the system can be optimized to the best performance when 'system scan' is done on a weekly basis. The second feature of this, it is able to immunized with the new updations/versions of the Windows operating systems without making the system inoperational. The different tools with which, 'the basis tools' come out are the tool of Quarantine, that allows purging the items quarantined from the system, and the Statistics tool to have control on the list and timing of operations. In the case of Advanced tools, it comes up with the following features such as; Report Creator, Rootkin Scanning, System Repair and so on.

Unlike other most large anti-malware software products that create unnecessary bugs even to manage their property runs, the Spybot is user-friendly, easy-to-use interface and basic toolkit are effortless to use even for the most inexperienced computer users. Installation of this software on a given PC can be done easily by a school going kid and does not involve heavy procedures.

This can be highly recommended for the initial users of the computer as they do not have to possess any other skills to its operations.

Offered in Free and Paid versions. Most of the Individual based downloads are free and for the corporates, it is purely commercial.


PROS
Offers real-time protection against malware and spyware.
Provides automatic updates and secure file shredding.
Has an easy-to-use interface and customizable settings.

CONS
Limited features in the free version.
May slow down system during scans.
Lacks real-time protection against malware.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Oliver Cazares
Spybot uses a unique technique to find the spyware, adware and more unwanted software that threatens your privacy that others don’t find. And the +Antivirus Editions give you complete protection with the best available Antivirus solution already integrated.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Leo
Spybot Search & Destroy allows you to scan your computer to find, track, and identify anything that might present a risk to your privacy. It offers 360-degree protection by searching for both spyware and adware. It even roots out other kinds of software that could be a risk to you. It is totally free to use and best of all, it takes care of removing any threats it finds.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Carter
Does what it says it does. Roots out malware and spyware flags viruses. I haven't tested every feature yet, but so far it's working smoothly in the background.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Scott
I have been feeling like my computer has malicious software installed without me knowing. It's been acting strange lately and running slow. I search online for tools that can delete malicious software and came across Spybot Search & Destroy for Windows. It does exactly what its name suggests. It finds malware on computer systems and destroys them before it can do further harm. It's a free download. It supplements any other antivirus software I might have installed on my system. What a great find!
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Andrew
This software product (Spybot Search & Destroy for Windows) is great for preventing trojans, keyloggers, hijackers, and many other forms of malware that can invade a computer. Besides being a useful product, Spybot Search is also accessible and easy to navigate. It also contains an anti-virus component which is very helpful in strengthening the security of a computer.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Oliver
Spybot Search & Destroy for Windows is a free to download and use software (though paid upgrades are available), which works to protect your Windows computer from spyware, adware, Trojan horses, hackers, and keyloggers. The software can be used alongside other anti-spyware software and can also be used to scan external hard drives. During its repair work, Spybot Search & Destroy will seek out and delete offending or dangerous files from your system. While this is generally safe, it is recommended that you back up your system before running the software, so that if accidental deletions of important or vital files do occur, your computer can be easily restored.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Finlay Strauch
Spybot Search & Destroy is a free security program for Windows computers that scans for potentially unwanted software, adware, malware and other malicious software. It can also detect and remove spyware and other tracking software, as well as blocking access to malicious websites. It also includes a range of tools to help protect your privacy and system security.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Harry A******c
Overall, I found Spybot Search & Destroy to be a useful tool for getting rid of malware, spyware, and other malicious programs. The program was easy to use and the scan was quick. I was able to find and remove any threats that were present in a short amount of time. The program also comes with several other useful features such as the ability to schedule scans and add additional protection. I also found the support resources provided to be helpful in understanding the program better. Overall, I was pleased with the results I got from Spybot Search & Destroy.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner George S*****y
I found Spybot Search & Destroy to be a great tool for identifying and removing malicious programs from my computer. The program was easy to install and use and it was able to detect and remove any threats I had. I particularly liked the fact that it can be used to schedule regular scans. The user interface is also very straightforward and user friendly. It also provides a wide range of additional features for more advanced users.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Sean C********h
I've been using Spybot Search & Destry for a couple of years now and it's been a great help in identifying adware and malicous softare on my pc. It's been easy to use and reliable so far.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Fraser V*******v
Spybot Search & Destroy is a useful anti-spyware software that effectively detects and removes various types of spyware and malware from a computer system.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Sean Z********j
The software effectively detects and removes various malware threats.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Callum
Efficient malware removal, simple interface, slow scanning speed.
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Effective protection against spyware.
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