Get to know your Malwarebytes for Teams subscription
Welcome to Malwarebytes for Teams!
You’ve made a smart move by choosing powerful, easy-to-manage protection designed specifically for small businesses.
Here’s how we help safeguard your team and your devices every day.
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Always-on cybersecurity for your small business
Malwarebytes for Teams protects your company from threats—before they become problems.
Real-time threat protection
Stop malware and viruses in their tracks with advanced, always-on protection that detects and blocks threats before they cause damage.
Web protection that works
Browse safely. Our intelligent web filtering blocks phishing sites and online scams so your team can work without worry.
Trusted Advisor
See everything, miss nothing. Monitor the security status of every protected device across your business with our centralized Trusted Advisor.
Ransomware and Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) attack prevention
We block ransomware at the door. Our Brute Force RDP protection stops unauthorized remote access attempts before they start.
Priority support, always on call
Get direct access to our business support team by phone or email. Fast answers from experts who understand your needs.
Tamper Protection
Lock down your security settings so only trusted users can make changes—keeping your protection safe from accidental or malicious interference.
We’re here to be your cybersecurity partner—every step of the way.
Need help? You can reach our support team anytime through My Account.
Tips & tricks:
Set yourself up for success
Stay protected with real-time alerts, scheduled scans, smart quarantine and more built-in features of your Malwarebytes for Teams subscription.
Real-Time Protection: Security that never sleeps
With Real-Time Protection, Malwarebytes monitors your system 24/7—blocking malware, ransomware, malicious websites, and unwanted programs before they can do damage.
Turn it on and stay protected:
• Threats are blocked instantly, not just during scans
• Your Protection Score reflects the status of these features
• Disable a feature? Your score will drop
• Turn it back on? Your score improves immediately
App Block:
Stop risky apps before they start
App Block helps you stay safe by blocking potentially unwanted applications (PUAs) that could slow you down or put your data at risk—even if they aren’t technically malware.
App Block is your first line of defense against annoying or risky software your team didn’t ask for.
Turn it on and stay protected:
• Protects against adware, bloatware, and other nuisance apps
• Ensures only trusted software runs on your devices
• Helps maintain system performance and reduce distractions
Set it and forget it:
Schedule scans for continuous protection
Stay a step ahead of malware with automated scans that check for threats on your schedule. Let Malwarebytes handle the routine checks, so you can focus on running your business.
How to schedule a scan:
1. Open Malwarebytes for Teams on your device
2. Go to Settings (click the gear icon at the top right)
3. Click the Scan Schedule tab to add or edit a scan
4. Customize your scan type (Quick, Threat, or Custom), frequency (daily, weekly, etc.), and time.
5. Click “Save” and you’re all set
Catch and contain:
How Quarantine protects you
When a threat is found, Malwarebytes for Teams puts it in Quarantine—a secure zone that isolates malicious files so they can’t harm your systems. This extra layer of defense lets you stay in control while Malwarebytes handles the heavy lifting.
How to enable notifications:
1. Review items by going to Settings > Quarantine.
2. Decide what to do:
• Delete permanently
• Restore (only if you’re sure it’s safe)
• Keep it quarantined for further review
3. Check regularly to ensure no critical files are mistakenly flagged
Why it
matters
By scheduling scans, setting up alerts, and managing quarantined files, you’re not just reacting to threats—you’re preventing them.
These simple steps go a long way toward reducing downtime, protecting data, and keeping your business safe.
Trusted Advisor:
Your team’s security assistant
Monitor, fix, and boost your protection—no IT experience required.
Trusted Advisor is your built-in security coach, available on both desktop and mobile. It continuously scans your devices, identifies potential issues, and offers clear guidance to help you stay protected. Whether you’re at the office or on the move, Trusted Advisor ensures your cybersecurity is always a few taps away.
Understand your Protection Score
Your Protection Score gives you a real-time view of your device’s security health.
What you’ll see:
• A gauge for a quick visual check
• A percentage score
• A simple rating (Excellent, Very Good, Good, Fair, Poor)
The more features you enable, the higher your score.
Turn off protection features, and your score drops—helping you spot weaknesses instantly.
Fix issues in just a few taps
Trusted Advisor doesn’t just show you what’s wrong—it helps you fix it fast. Your score updates automatically as you make changes.
How to resolve issues:
1. Open the Malwarebytes app
2. Tap the Trusted Advisor tile
3. Select “View Details” or “Boost your score”
3. Tap an issue to read more and follow step-by-step instructions to resolve it
Advanced control for Windows users
Need to deal with an issue later? No problem. On Windows devices, you can ignore issues temporarily and come back to them when ready. This feature helps you prioritize urgent tasks while keeping tabs on long-term fixes.
How to manage ignored issues:
1. Go to Ignored Issues in Trusted Advisor
2. Select the issue to revisit
3. Tap Restore, then follow the resolution steps
Why it
matters
With Trusted Advisor, you’re not left guessing about your team’s security. You get:
• Clear visibility into your protection status
• Actionable recommendations
• Easy steps to resolve issues
The result? Fewer risks, fewer interruptions, and stronger security for your business.
Mobile-friendly monitoring
Trusted Advisor is also available on iOS devices, scanning for vulnerabilities and offering actionable alerts—so your team stays protected, wherever work takes them.
Stay in the know with smart notifications
Get alerts when it matters most. Customize your notification preferences to stay informed without the noise. Timely updates help you act fast if anything suspicious pops up.
How to enable notifications:
1. Go to Settings > Notifications
2. Choose which updates you want to receive (scan results, updates, threat detections, etc.)
3. Make sure important alerts are turned on so you never miss a thing
Something went wrong?
Here’s what to do.
Stay calm, take action, and let Malwarebytes for Teams help you recover.
Cybersecurity threats can be unsettling. But with the right steps, you can quickly contain the situation, limit damage, and get back on track. Use this guide to respond with confidence and clarity if something goes wrong.
STEP 1
Contain the threat immediately
Isolate the affected device
Unplug it from Wi-Fi or disconnect it from the network. This prevents malware from spreading to other systems
Run a full scan with Malwarebytes for Teams:
1. Open the Malwarebytes for Teams app
2. Launch a Full System Scan
3. Follow prompts to quarantine or remove any detected threats
3. Repeat the scan process on other devices across your network
STEP 2
Secure your systems
Change all passwords
• Start with admin and privileged accounts
• Then update credentials for other team members
Apply security patches
• Update all operating systems, software, and applications
• Ensure your antivirus and firewall are enabled and up to date
Check for unusual activity
• Review logs and monitor network traffic
• Look for suspicious connections, unknown devices, or data transfers
STEP 3
Protect your financial information
Contact your bank or payment provider
• Alert them to a potential breach
• Request a freeze or enhanced monitoring if necessary
Check your credit
• Regularly monitor your business’s credit reports for any new or suspicious accounts
STEP 4
Notify the right authorities
Report the incident
• Contact local law enforcement or your national cybersecurity center
Preserve digital evidence
• Save security logs, emails, suspicious files, or error messages
• These may be helpful for investigations or insurance claims
Why acting fast makes a big difference
Time matters. The faster you isolate the issue and take corrective action, the less impact a threat will have on your business.
Malwarebytes for Teams is designed to help you act fast with real-time protection, detailed scanning, and easy threat removal.
We’re here to be your cybersecurity partner—every step of the way.
Need help? You can reach our support team anytime through My Account.