Run the installer and follow the on-screen prompts. Ensure you allow it to update its virus definition database immediately after installation to be as effective as possible.

Turn ON all Real-time Protection layers (Malware, Ransomware, Exploit, Website).

This version is known for bringing together signature-based scanning, behavioral monitoring, ransomware protection, and exploit protection into one interface [Malwarebytes 3.4.5 Release Notes]. 2. Core Protection Features

Recommended daily. Scans memory, registry, and startup items.