Malwarebytes is a popular antivirus software that provides protection against various malware and virus threats. However, some users have reported that Malwarebytes keeps popping up on their computer screens, even when they have not initiated a scan or any other action that would trigger the software.
This article will explore some of the reasons why Malwarebytes keeps popping up and provide some solutions to help you resolve this issue.
Why Does Malwarebytes Keep Popping Up?
There are several reasons why Malwarebytes might keep popping up on your computer. Here are some possible causes:
1. Scheduled Scans
If you have scheduled Malwarebytes to perform regular scans, it might be the reason why the software keeps popping up on your screen. To check if this is the case, open Malwarebytes and go to the "Settings" tab. From there, click on "Schedule" and see if there are any scheduled scans that might be causing the pop-ups.
2. Real-Time Protection
Malwarebytes has a feature called "Real-Time Protection," which constantly monitors your computer for any malware or virus threats. If it detects any suspicious activity, it will notify you immediately. This could be the reason why Malwarebytes keeps popping up on your screen.
3. Malware Infection
If your computer is infected with malware, Malwarebytes might keep popping up as it tries to remove the threats. In this case, it is recommended that you run a full scan with Malwarebytes to detect and remove any malware from your computer.
How to Stop Malwarebytes from Popping Up
If Malwarebytes keeps popping up on your screen, here are some solutions to help you resolve the issue:
1. Disable Scheduled Scans
If you have scheduled scans set up in Malwarebytes, you can disable them by going to the "Settings" tab and clicking on "Schedule." From there, you can either delete the scheduled scans or disable them temporarily.
2. Disable Real-Time Protection
If you do not want Malwarebytes to constantly monitor your computer for malware threats, you can disable the "Real-Time Protection" feature by going to the "Settings" tab and clicking on "Protection." From there, you can toggle the "Real-Time Protection" option on or off.
3. Uninstall and Reinstall Malwarebytes
If the above solutions do not work, you can try uninstalling and reinstalling Malwarebytes on your computer. This might help to resolve any software issues that might be causing the pop-ups.
Conclusion
If Malwarebytes keeps popping up on your screen, it can be frustrating and disruptive. However, with the solutions provided in this article, you should be able to resolve the issue and enjoy uninterrupted use of your computer.
