HitmanPro: A Second-Opinion Malware Scanner for Windows
HitmanPro · for Windows
Developer: Sophos (opens in a new tab)
- Windows
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HitmanPro is an on-demand malware scanner for Windows from Sophos, designed as a second opinion alongside an installed antivirus. It can run without replacing your main security product; check the official HitmanPro page for current licensing terms.
HitmanPro is built around a simple idea: your main antivirus may miss something, so a second, independent scanner can double-check. Sophos, its developer, positions it as an add-on that coexists with whatever protection you already run.
Where it fits
- Second opinion: Run it when a PC behaves oddly even though your antivirus reports nothing.
- Cloud-assisted scanning: It uses online reputation checks, so an internet connection helps.
- Cleanup tool: Found items can be quarantined or removed after you review them.
- No replacement needed: You do not have to uninstall your current antivirus to use it.
Licensing in plain words
HitmanPro has traditionally been offered with a limited free period for cleaning, after which a licence is needed for continued use. Sophos can change this, so read the terms on the official page before you rely on it for more than a one-off scan.
How to get it
- The Download button leads to the official HitmanPro site.
- Download the version for your system, run it and accept the licence terms.
- Start a scan, review each detection and choose what to remove.
Safety habits
Before removing anything on a computer you depend on, back up important files, since cleaning an infection can sometimes disrupt programs that were tampered with. For an alternative free second-opinion option, see AdwCleaner, which focuses on adware and unwanted programs.
Pros
- Works next to an existing antivirus
- Good for a one-time second opinion
Cons
- Licence terms must be confirmed on the official site
- Needs an internet connection for best results
Frequently Asked Questions
Can HitmanPro replace my antivirus?
It is described as a second-opinion scanner that works next to your main security software, not as a full replacement.
Is HitmanPro free to use?
Its licensing has included a limited free period. Check the official HitmanPro page for the current terms before relying on it.
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