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Does BitDefender scan separate files? And is it safe for my system?

Hello!


I have Malwarebytes Anti-Malware already installed, but heard about this:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bitdefender-virus-scanner/id500154009?mt=12


I only want scanner to sometimes use - not real time version. Scanner that would allow me to scan specific files - like files from external hard drive I want to put to my Mac's hard drive.


1) Can BitDefender scan single image, video and other files?

2) Is BitDefender legitimate respected software or could it mess up my system in any way?

3) Would BitDefender spy on me?

Posted on Mar 19, 2017 5:06 AM

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Mar 19, 2017 5:55 AM in response to Adensis

What are you trying to protect?

  • BitDefender or any of the myriad "anti-virus" programs will not find anything that will cause harm to your Mac that is not already blocked by the built-in protections.
  • If you are trying to prevent you from spreading Windows malware to Windows users, then ClamXAV would be a better choice. However, I think it only allows you to pick folders to scan, not individual documents.


MBAM is an Adware removal tool. I'm not sure what "scanning" features it has short of just searching for known Adware. I don't think it provides any utility after you have removed the Adware you installed.

Also, Adware is simple to prevent: How to install adware

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Does BitDefender scan separate files? And is it safe for my system?

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