Microsoft Safety Scanner Free Download

Microsoft Safety Scanner Freeware Program

Microsoft Safety Scanner is intended to identify and eliminate malware from Windows systems. It is available for download in 32- and 64-bit versions, and to function, it needs SHA-2 support. The scanner needs to be downloaded again after every use because it is portable, does not show up in the Start menu, and expires 10 days after it is downloaded. The Microsoft Lifecycle Policy describes the range of Windows and Windows Server versions on which it is compatible. To get started, download and launch the executable, select the type of scan, and examine the outcomes. Use Microsoft Defender Antivirus or Microsoft Security Essentials for complete malware protection; for troubleshooting,  see the Safety Scanner support article.

Microsoft Safety Scanner Key Points:

• Purpose:

  • Designed to detect and remove malware from Windows computers.

• Downloads:

  • 32-bit version
  • 64-bit version

• Requirements:

  • SHA-2 support needed.
  • Compatible with various Windows and Windows Server versions (Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, and corresponding server versions).

• Important Information:

  • Manually triggered scans.
  • It expires 10 days after download; you must download the latest version for new scans.
  • Portable executable; does not appear in the Start menu or as a desktop icon.
  • Does not replace regular antimalware products.

• Scan Types:

  • Quick Scan:
    • Scan areas of the system are most likely to contain viruses, spyware, and other potentially unwanted software.
    • If threats are found, a full scan may be recommended.
  • Full Scan:
    • Scans the entire system.
    • It can take several hours on some computers.
  • Customized Scan:
    • In addition to a quick scan, the tool will also scan the contents of a user-specified folder.

• Usage Instructions:

  • Download and open the tool.
  • Select scan type and start the scan.
  • Review results on screen or in the log at %SYSTEMROOT%\debug\msert.log.
  • To remove, delete the executable file (default name: msert.exe).