Malwarebytes is a popular anti-malware software used by millions of people worldwide. It is designed to block harmful websites that can damage your computer or steal your personal information. However, in some cases, Malwarebytes may block a website that you need to access. This can be frustrating, especially if the website is essential for your work or personal use. In this article, we will show you how to unblock a website on Malwarebytes and access it safely.
Why Does Malwarebytes Block Websites?
Malwarebytes uses a real-time protection feature that scans websites for potential threats. If it detects any malicious activity, it will block the website and display a warning message. This is done to protect your computer and prevent any harm to your data or personal information. However, sometimes Malwarebytes may block a website that is safe and legitimate. This can happen if the website has been flagged as suspicious by mistake or if it has been compromised by hackers.
How to Check if a Website is Blocked by Malwarebytes
If you suspect that a website is blocked by Malwarebytes, you can check it by following these steps:
- Open Malwarebytes on your computer
- Click on the "Protection" tab
- Scroll down to the "Website Blocking" section
- Look for the website that you want to access
- If the website is blocked, it will be listed under "Blocked Websites"
If the website is blocked, you will need to unblock it to access it. If it is not listed under "Blocked Websites," the issue may be caused by a different problem, such as a network issue or a problem with the website itself.
How to Unblock a Website on Malwarebytes
To unblock a website on Malwarebytes, you can follow these steps:
- Open Malwarebytes on your computer
- Click on the "Protection" tab
- Scroll down to the "Website Blocking" section
- Find the website that you want to unblock
- Click on the arrow next to the website to open the options menu
- Select "Allow" from the drop-down menu
- The website will now be unblocked and you can access it safely
If you want to block a website again in the future, you can follow the same steps and select "Block" from the options menu.
How to Whitelist a Website on Malwarebytes
If you frequently visit a website that is blocked by Malwarebytes, you can add it to your whitelist. This will allow you to access the website without being blocked in the future. To whitelist a website on Malwarebytes, follow these steps:
- Open Malwarebytes on your computer
- Click on the "Settings" tab
- Click on the "Exclusions" tab
- Click on the "Add Exclusion" button
- Select "Exclude a Website" from the drop-down menu
- Enter the URL of the website that you want to whitelist
- Click on the "Add" button
- The website will now be added to your whitelist and you can access it safely
If you want to remove a website from your whitelist, you can go to the "Exclusions" tab and click on the trash can icon next to the website.
Conclusion
Malwarebytes is a powerful anti-malware software that can help you protect your computer from harmful websites and malware. However, if it blocks a website that you need to access, you can easily unblock it by following the steps outlined in this article. Remember to only unblock websites that you trust and that are safe to access. If you are unsure about a website, it is better to err on the side of caution and avoid visiting it.
