{"id":371435,"date":"2025-12-29T05:14:40","date_gmt":"2025-12-29T05:14:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/?p=371435"},"modified":"2025-12-29T05:14:41","modified_gmt":"2025-12-29T05:14:41","slug":"bloxdro-com-roblox-scam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/bloxdro-com-roblox-scam\/","title":{"rendered":"BLOXDRO Roblox Scam &#8211; How the &#8220;Free 5,000 Robux&#8221; Trap Works"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It only takes one click.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad870483890\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309684--placement_360520\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3957935887\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Discord message. A \u201cRoblox anniversary\u201d page. A big button promising 5,000 Robux if you follow a couple of simple steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At first, it feels harmless, almost too easy. The kind of offer you want to believe is real, especially when it looks polished and everyone seems to be doing it.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1128837742\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381396-ad_309691-placement_360566\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1471373341\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But there is a reason links like BLOXDRO spread so fast, and it has nothing to do with Roblox being generous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you join the server, before you complete the tasks, it helps to know what you are actually stepping into.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"496\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/AR-1024x496.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-371305\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/AR-1024x496.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/AR-300x145.jpg 300w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/AR.jpg 1126w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2901880020\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309746-ad_309691-placement_360521\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"4456629336\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scam Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BLOXDRO presents itself as a promotional Roblox giveaway, framed around a celebratory event. The landing page uses a \u201cRoblox 19th Year Anniversary\u201d theme, an \u201cEvent ID,\u201d and a limited-time deadline to make the offer feel official and time-sensitive. It claims that \u201cevery active player\u201d can receive 5,000 Robux, often with language like \u201cno strings attached.\u201d<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2320772024\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309686-ad_309691-placement_360569\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"6935453015\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the surface, the pitch looks clean and straightforward:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join an \u201cOfficial Roblox Discord Server\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete \u201c2 simple tasks\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receive 5,000 Robux \u201cdirectly\u201d to your account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expect delivery in 48 to 72 hours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hurry, because the \u201cevent\u201d ends on a specific date <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That flow matters, because it mirrors how legitimate promotions feel. Real brands often do run limited campaigns. Real communities do use Discord. Real giveaways do have steps. The scam works by taking normal internet behavior and twisting it just enough to steer people into a trap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The biggest problem: Roblox does not give away Robux like this<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roblox\u2019s own support documentation is blunt about \u201cfree Robux\u201d offers. Roblox states that offers of free Robux, memberships, or valuable items are scams designed to trick users into giving out passwords or personal information, or to get them to click malicious links. <\/p><div id=\"mwtad2437236629\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381401-ad_309691-placement_360573\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"5315249587\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roblox also explains that legitimate promotions are announced through official channels such as the Roblox blog, the Notifications tab in Messages, or banners on the Roblox site. If a giveaway is not coming from those places, you should treat it as untrusted by default. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BLOXDRO leans into the opposite approach: it tries to \u201cborrow\u201d Roblox\u2019s legitimacy through branding and buzzwords, while moving the user off-platform into Discord and third-party sites where Roblox has no control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why the Discord step is a red flag, not proof<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most effective psychological tricks in this scam is social proof.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad725730704\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381404-ad_309691-placement_381406\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"8735619847\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When users click through, they are often pushed to join a Discord server that looks large and active. In the screenshots associated with this campaign, the Discord invite page shows thousands online and tens of thousands of members. That is meant to quiet your doubts: \u201cThis must be real if it has 96,000 members.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But big Discord numbers do not prove legitimacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers inflate Discord servers in several ways:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1395305601\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360582-ad_309691-placement_360581\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"9971336976\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compromised accounts get used to invite more victims<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bots join to make the server look \u201calive\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Users join and leave quickly, but the server keeps pushing invites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multiple scam pages funnel into the same server, so it grows fast<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discord itself publishes guidance on protecting yourself from scams on the platform, because scam links and social engineering are a persistent problem in large communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In other words, \u201cJoin our Discord\u201d is not a safety feature. It is the mechanism that helps the scam spread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What BLOXDRO is really selling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BLOXDRO is not selling Robux. It is selling your attention and your actions.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad4042039464\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360567-ad_309691-placement_360771\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"6224621518\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These campaigns are typically built around affiliate marketing and \u201cCPA offers\u201d (cost per action). The scammer gets paid when a victim:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fills out a survey<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Installs an app and opens it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signs up for a trial subscription<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subscribes to SMS services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Registers an account on a partner site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watches ads or completes a \u201csponsor\u201d offer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The promise of 5,000 Robux is the hook that gets people to do those actions willingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can see this intent in the structure of the BLOXDRO page itself. It claims there are \u201c2 simple tasks,\u201d but also hints that you may need to \u201cinstall\u201d something and that \u201call steps are inside the Discord server.\u201d That vagueness is not accidental. It allows the operators to swap tasks and redirect destinations at any time.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad921224896\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360571-ad_309691-placement_360772\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"5867729999\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today it might be surveys. Tomorrow it might be an \u201caccount verification\u201d bot. Next week it might be a page that asks for email, phone number, or more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why this scam targets Roblox players so effectively<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roblox is a perfect target for this kind of operation, and scammers know it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The audience skews young<br \/>A large portion of Roblox\u2019s user base is under 18, and many players are under 13. Younger users are more likely to trust exciting offers and less likely to recognize long-running scam patterns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Robux creates urgency<br \/>Robux is not just a fun currency. It is social status in many Roblox friend groups. Skins, accessories, game passes, and limited items feel important, which makes \u201cfree Robux\u201d offers emotionally powerful.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The scam matches how kids already communicate<br \/>Discord is where a lot of Roblox communities organize, chat, and share links. The scam does not need to introduce a new platform. It just abuses one that is already part of the culture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It is hard for parents to spot quickly<br \/>To an adult, a \u201cRoblox anniversary giveaway\u201d page can look like any other marketing site. The danger is not always obvious until the child is already deep into the steps.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common claims and why they are designed to mislead<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BLOXDRO and similar Roblox giveaway scams often repeat the same set of claims because they work.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad628032347\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360576-ad_309691-placement_360773\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"6594472392\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cNo passwords, no logins\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is meant to lower your guard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roblox warns users not to share passwords, cookies, 2-step verification codes, or backup codes, and notes that employees will never ask for that information. Scammers know players have heard \u201cnever share your password,\u201d so they avoid asking for it directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, they may push you into:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad289899739\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360583-ad_309691-placement_360774\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"8849826992\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fake \u201cverification\u201d flows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Third-party bots requesting access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pages that imitate official logins<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cConnect your account\u201d prompts that are not what they seem<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cVerified by community staff\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is not a meaningful credential. \u201cCommunity staff\u201d is not the same as Roblox staff, and scammers use that phrase because it sounds official while remaining vague.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cOver 54,000 players have already claimed\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Numbers like this are easy to fake. They are used to create the feeling that you are late, and that you should hurry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cEvent ends on December 30th\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1332391129\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360584-ad_309691-placement_360775\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3952847241\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deadlines create pressure. Pressure reduces careful thinking. Scammers love countdowns and expiring offers because they push people to act before they verify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The real risks are bigger than \u201cwasted time\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some people assume free Robux scams are mostly harmless, like a prank that wastes a few minutes. Sometimes that is true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But these campaigns often carry real risk:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Account theft attempts (Roblox and Discord)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Malware or unwanted software from \u201crequired installs\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subscription traps that charge a card after a \u201cfree trial\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Data harvesting from surveys and forms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spam spreading to friends after an account is compromised<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roblox explicitly notes that the goal of these scams is to take your account, along with any Robux and items tied to it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is why it is worth treating BLOXDRO as more than \u201cjust another fake giveaway.\u201d The danger is not only the lie. The danger is the funnel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1216810672\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309747-ad_309691-placement_360587\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"9589536513\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How The Scam Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BLOXDRO follows a predictable pattern that shows up across many Roblox giveaway scams. The details can change day to day, but the structure is consistent because it is profitable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below is the step-by-step breakdown, with the most common variations you may see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: The bait reaches you where you already hang out<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most victims do not find BLOXDRO by typing it into a browser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They get pulled in through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Discord DMs from a \u201cfriend\u201d who was already compromised<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discord servers where someone posts a giveaway link<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>TikTok, YouTube Shorts, or Reels claiming \u201cRoblox is giving everyone 5,000 Robux\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>YouTube comments filled with copy-pasted \u201cproof\u201d messages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Search results for terms like \u201cfree Robux,\u201d \u201cRoblox Robux code,\u201d or \u201cRoblox anniversary Robux\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam does not need to convince everyone. It only needs a small percentage of curious clicks, because the funnel makes money from actions, not from trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: The landing page looks clean and \u201cofficial enough\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you land on BLOXDRO, the page does a lot of subtle work:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Uses the Roblox name and visual style<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Frames the offer as a celebration or holiday event<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shows an event ID and a specific end date<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Claims large numbers of people already participating<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promises a clear payout: 5,000 Robux<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the \u201ccredibility layer.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It does not need to be perfect. It only needs to feel plausible for 10 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It also includes language meant to disarm skepticism, such as \u201cno passwords\u201d and \u201cno logins,\u201d while still pushing you into an external process controlled by the scammers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: The big button triggers the funnel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The call to action is usually something like \u201cClaim 5,000 Robux.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That click is the moment you stop being a reader and become a lead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From here, several things can happen depending on the variant:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You are redirected to a Discord invite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are shown a \u201cchoose your platform\u201d step<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are asked for your Roblox username<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are pushed into a \u201cverification\u201d page that looks like a progress tracker<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers test variations constantly. They keep what converts and discard what does not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: You are pushed into Discord, where the scam is easier to run<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most common BLOXDRO flows is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join the Discord server<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow instructions posted in a channel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete \u201c2 tasks\u201d to \u201cverify\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wait 48 to 72 hours <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why Discord?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because Discord gives scammers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A live place to post new links as old ones get blocked<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A way to DM users directly with more pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A \u201ccommunity\u201d vibe that makes victims feel safe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automation through bots that handle thousands of users<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discord also has an invite system that makes it easy to onboard people quickly, which is why scams often rely on invite links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: The \u201cverification\u201d step is where the real danger begins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the step that changes everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam needs you to do something measurable, because the scammer is paid for measurable actions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are common \u201cverification\u201d methods used in Robux giveaway scams:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A) Survey and offer walls<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You are told to complete a short survey, then another, then another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Typical tactics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cComplete 1 offer to unlock your code\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cJust confirm you are not a bot\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fake progress bars that jump to 90% and then stall<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Messages implying your Robux is \u201cprocessing\u201d but needs \u201cfinal verification\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is often where subscription traps appear. The \u201coffer\u201d is a free trial that quietly converts into a paid subscription unless you cancel fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">B) App installs and \u201csponsor tasks\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You are told to install a mobile app, open it for 30 seconds, and create an account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a common affiliate offer model. The scammer can get paid $1 to $10 (sometimes more) per install or registration, depending on the sponsor and country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The victim gets nothing except more steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">C) Discord bot \u201cverification\u201d and fake account linking<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some servers instruct users to click a bot link and \u201cverify\u201d their Roblox account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This can turn into:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A fake Roblox login page designed to steal credentials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A cookie or session theft attempt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A prompt to enter a code that the attacker can use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A request for personal details disguised as \u201cverification\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roblox specifically warns users not to share cookies or security codes, not just passwords. That matters because many modern scams aim for session access, not just raw credentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">D) \u201cAuthorize this app\u201d traps<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another pattern is asking users to authorize an app or bot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This does not always look like \u201cgive us your password.\u201d Instead, it can look like a normal permission screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you ever see a prompt asking you to authorize something you do not recognize, treat it as dangerous until proven otherwise. Discord\u2019s own guidance for compromised accounts includes reviewing Authorized Apps and removing anything unwanted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6: The \u201creward\u201d is always delayed, vague, and just out of reach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Notice how BLOXDRO talks about delivery:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cMost players receive their code in 72 hours\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cTypically within 48 to 72 hours\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That delay is a feature, not a bug.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It buys time for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>More tasks to be pushed at the user<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More links to be clicked<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More installs and surveys to be completed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The victim to stop asking questions immediately<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a scam promised instant Robux and failed, people would report it faster. A delay creates just enough uncertainty to keep victims waiting instead of warning others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7: If an account gets compromised, the scam spreads automatically<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a Roblox or Discord account is compromised, scammers often use it for distribution:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sending the same \u201cfree Robux\u201d link to friends<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Posting in servers the victim is a member of<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeating the cycle and scaling the funnel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is why parents sometimes see the link coming from a familiar name and assume it is safe. It is not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is simply a trusted account being used as a delivery vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 8: The scam survives by constantly changing small details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if a specific domain gets reported or blocked, the operators can shift quickly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New domain name, same design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New Discord invite, same server<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New \u201cevent\u201d theme, same funnel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New tasks, same affiliate offers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is why it is more useful to learn the pattern than to memorize one URL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you understand the funnel, you can spot the next version immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 9: The red flags you can use to identify this scam in seconds<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want a fast mental checklist, here it is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be suspicious if you see:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free Robux claims from a site that is not Roblox<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A promise of a large amount like 5,000 Robux for \u201csimple tasks\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A forced \u201cJoin Discord to claim\u201d step<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Countdown timers, expiring dates, or \u201climited codes\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Claims like \u201cverified by community staff\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Instructions that move you across multiple websites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Surveys, app installs, or free trials as \u201cverification\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any request to log in outside Roblox, or to \u201clink\u201d your account<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roblox\u2019s stance is clear: offers of free Robux are scams, and their goal is account theft or harmful links. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you remember one thing, make it this: Robux does not come from random giveaway sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad336192038\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309748-ad_309691-placement_360588\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3906789406\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What To Do If You Have Fallen Victim to This Scam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you clicked BLOXDRO, joined the Discord server, completed tasks, or entered any information, do not panic. Most people can lock things down quickly if they act early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the steps below like a checklist. Even if you only did part of the scam flow, it is worth taking the steps that apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stop the flow immediately<br \/>Close the site and leave the Discord server. Do not complete more \u201ctasks,\u201d even if you feel you are \u201calmost done.\u201d That feeling is exactly what the scam is designed to trigger.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you downloaded anything, treat your device as at risk<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Uninstall anything you installed for the \u201cverification\u201d step<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Run a full malware scan using a trusted security tool<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update your operating system and browser<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reboot your device after cleanup<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the scam tried to push you into odd copy-paste commands or \u201cfix steps,\u201d stop. That is a common malware trick in other Discord-based attacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Secure your Roblox account right away<br \/>Do these even if you think \u201cI never typed my password.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Change your Roblox password to a new, unique one<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable Roblox 2-Step Verification (2SV)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure your email is verified and truly yours (not someone else\u2019s)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review security-related settings and recent activity where available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Roblox\u2019s account safety guidance specifically warns never to share passwords, cookies, 2SV codes, or backup codes, and notes that official promotions come through Roblox channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you cannot access your Roblox account, contact Roblox Support quickly<br \/>Roblox\u2019s help documentation notes that if your account was compromised, you should contact support, and there can be time limitations for certain recovery help. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When contacting support, include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your username<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The email attached to the account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The approximate time you noticed the issue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What you clicked and what happened (briefly, clearly)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Secure your Discord account too<br \/>Even if the scam was \u201cabout Robux,\u201d Discord is often the spread mechanism.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Change your Discord password<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable multi-factor authentication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review Authorized Apps and remove anything unfamiliar <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check your account email for any \u201cemail changed\u201d alerts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Warn friends not to trust recent links sent from your account<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check for subscription charges if you completed offers or trials<br \/>If you entered card details, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or phone number for SMS offers:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check your bank and card statements for new charges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cancel trials immediately through the original provider<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If needed, contact your bank to block future charges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save screenshots of confirmation pages and emails<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This step matters because affiliate offer scams often monetize through recurring billing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"7\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Report the scam where it happened<br \/>Reporting helps protect other users and can get links or servers taken down faster.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Report messages and users inside Discord using Discord\u2019s reporting flow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your account was compromised, follow Discord\u2019s guidance for hacked accounts and submit a support request if needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report the website in your browser (most browsers allow reporting deceptive sites)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"8\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Document what happened (keep it simple)<br \/>Take screenshots of:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The BLOXDRO page you saw<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Discord server name and invite screen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The instructions you were given<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any offer pages you were redirected to<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any emails or receipts you received<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This evidence can help support teams, banks, and platforms understand the scam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"9\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have a calm, direct conversation if a child was involved<br \/>If this happened to a child, the goal is not shame. Shame makes kids hide mistakes next time.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Explain that scams often look fun and official on purpose<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set a rule: Robux only comes from Roblox or trusted gift cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourage them to ask you before clicking giveaway links<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help them understand \u201cverification tasks\u201d are often traps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"10\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn the safe alternatives so the temptation is lower next time<br \/>Scams thrive when the safe path feels harder.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Safe ways to get Robux include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Buying Robux directly through Roblox<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Roblox gift cards from reputable retailers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legitimate Roblox Premium benefits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official promotions announced through Roblox channels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a site claims it can generate Robux or give it away for simple tasks, Roblox\u2019s guidance is clear: it is a scam. <\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad3049072096\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_318930-ad_309691-placement_360589\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3818335085\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2>Is Your Device Infected? Scan for Malware<\/h2> <p>If your computer or phone is slow, showing unwanted pop-ups, or acting strangely, malware could be the cause. Running a scan with <strong>Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free<\/strong> is one of the most reliable ways to detect and remove harmful software. The free version can identify and clean common infections such as adware, browser hijackers, trojans, and other unwanted programs.<\/p> <p><strong>Malwarebytes<\/strong> works on Windows, Mac, and Android devices. Choose your operating system below and follow the steps to scan your device and remove any malware that might be slowing it down.<\/p> <div class=\"su-tabs su-tabs-style-default su-tabs-mobile-stack\" data-active=\"1\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-tabs-nav\"><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Malwarebytes for Windows<\/span><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Malwarebytes for Mac<\/span><span class=\"\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"blank\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Malwarebytes for Android<\/span><\/div><div class=\"su-tabs-panes\"><div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"Malwarebytes for Windows\"> <h3 id=\"windowsh3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Windows<\/h3> \n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Malwarebytes stands out as one of the leading and widely-used anti-malware solutions for Windows, and for good reason. It effectively eradicates various types of malware that other programs often overlook, all at no cost to you. When it comes to disinfecting an infected device, Malwarebytes has consistently been a free and indispensable tool in the battle against malware. We highly recommend it for maintaining a clean and secure system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Download Malwarebytes<\/p> <p>Download the latest version of <strong>Malwarebytes for Windows<\/strong> using the official link below. Malwarebytes will scan your computer and remove adware, browser hijackers, and other malicious software for free.<\/p> <div class=\"mwt_download_box\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" title=\"Malwarebytes Icon\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-81150 mwt_product_icon_logo\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Malwarebytes-LOGO.png\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Logo\"\/><\/figure> <strong><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/downloads\/MBSetup-076886.076886-consumer.exe\" onclick=\"window.open('https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/get\/malwarebytes-free');\">MALWAREBYTES FOR WINDOWS DOWNLOAD LINK<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><br \/><em class=\"small-text-disclaimer\">(The above link will open a new page from where you can download Malwarebytes)<\/em><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00a0<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Install Malwarebytes<\/p>\n\n<p>After the download is complete, locate the MBSetup file, typically found in your Downloads folder. <strong>Double-click on the MBSetup file<\/strong> to begin the installation of Malwarebytes on your computer. If a <strong>User Account Control<\/strong> pop-up appears, click &#8220;<em>Yes<\/em>&#8221; to continue the Malwarebytes installation.<\/p>\n\n \n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"975\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285934\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM1.jpg 975w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM1-300x154.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 975px) 100vw, 975px\" \/><\/figure>\n \n\n \n  \n\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Follow the On-Screen Prompts to Install Malwarebytes<\/p> \n\n<p>When the Malwarebytes installation begins, the setup wizard will guide you through the process. <\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \n  <li>\n    <p>You&#8217;ll first be prompted to choose the type of computer you&#8217;re installing the program on\u2014select either &#8220;Personal Computer&#8221; or &#8220;Work Computer&#8221; as appropriate, then click on <strong>Next<\/strong>.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"737\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM3-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285953\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM3-1.jpg 737w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM3-1-300x204.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 737px) 100vw, 737px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n  <li>\n    <p>Malwarebytes will now begin the installation process on your device.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"759\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285937\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM4.jpg 759w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM4-300x198.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 759px) 100vw, 759px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n  <li>\n    <p>When the Malwarebytes installation is complete, the program will automatically open to the &#8220;Welcome to Malwarebytes&#8221; screen.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"705\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM6-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285951\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM6-1.jpg 705w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM6-1-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 705px) 100vw, 705px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n  <li>\n    <p>On the final screen, simply click on the <strong>Open Malwarebytes<\/strong> option to start the program.<\/p>\n    \n    <figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"749\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM5-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285952\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM5-1.jpg 749w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM5-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n    \n  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Enable &#8220;Rootkit scanning&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes Anti-Malware will now start, and you will see the main screen as shown below. To maximize Malwarebytes&#8217; ability to detect malware and unwanted programs, we need to enable rootkit scanning. Click on the &#8220;Settings&#8221; gear icon located on the left of the screen to access the general settings section.\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"842\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM8.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285942\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM8.jpg 842w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM8-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 842px) 100vw, 842px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the settings menu, enable the &#8220;Scan for rootkits&#8221; option by clicking the toggle switch until it turns blue.\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"841\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285943\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM9.jpg 841w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM9-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 841px) 100vw, 841px\" \/><\/figure>\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you have enabled rootkit scanning, click on the &#8220;Dashboard&#8221; button in the left pane to get back to the main screen. \n\n <\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Perform a Scan with Malwarebytes.<\/p> <p>To start a scan, click the <strong>Scan<\/strong> button. Malwarebytes will automatically update its antivirus database and begin scanning your computer for malicious programs.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"849\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM10.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285941\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM10.jpg 849w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM10-300x212.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 849px) 100vw, 849px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Wait for the Malwarebytes scan to complete.<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes will now scan your computer for browser hijackers and other malicious programs. This process can take a few minutes, so we suggest you do something else and periodically check the status of the scan to see when it is finished.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"842\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM11.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285944\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM11.jpg 842w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM11-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 842px) 100vw, 842px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Quarantine detected malware<\/p>\n<p>Once the Malwarebytes scan is complete, it will display a list of detected malware, adware, and potentially unwanted programs. To effectively remove these threats, click the &#8220;<strong>Quarantine<\/strong>&#8221; button.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"844\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM12.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285945\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM12.jpg 844w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM12-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 844px) 100vw, 844px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<p>Malwarebytes will now delete all of the files and registry keys and add them to the program&#8217;s quarantine. \n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"842\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM13.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285946\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM13.jpg 842w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM13-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 842px) 100vw, 842px\" \/><\/figure>\n <\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n  <p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Restart your computer.<\/p>\n  <p>When removing files, Malwarebytes may require a reboot to fully eliminate some threats. If you see a message indicating that a reboot is needed, please allow it. Once your computer has restarted and you are logged back in, you can continue with the remaining steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"844\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM14.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-285947\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM14.jpg 844w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/MBAM14-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 844px) 100vw, 844px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n <p>Once the scan completes, remove all detected threats. Your Windows computer should now be clean and running smoothly again, free of trojans, adware, and other malware.<\/p> \n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your current antivirus allowed this malicious program on your computer, you may want to consider purchasing Malwarebytes Premium to protect against these types of threats in the future.<br \/>If you are still having problems with your computer after completing these instructions, then please follow one of the steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Run a computer scan with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eset.com\/us\/home\/online-scanner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ESET Online Scanner<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li>Ask for help in our <strong><a title=\"Malware Removal Assistance for Windows\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/forums\/windows-malware-removal-help-support.10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Windows Malware Removal Help &amp; Support<\/a><\/strong> forum.<\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"Malwarebytes for Mac\"> <h3 id=\"mach3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Mac<\/h3> \n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Malwarebytes for Mac is an on-demand scanner that can destroy many types of malware that other software tends to miss without costing you absolutely anything. When it comes to cleaning up an infected device, Malwarebytes has always been free, and we recommend it as an essential tool in the fight against malware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Download Malwarebytes for Mac.<\/p>\n<p>You can download <strong>Malwarebytes for Mac<\/strong>&nbsp;by clicking the link below.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-81150 mwt_product_icon_logo\" title=\"Malwarebytes Icon\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Malwarebytes-LOGO.png\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Logo\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"mwt_download_box\"><figure><\/figure><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1011lvqrV\/creativeref:1011l100234\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MALWAREBYTES FOR MAC DOWNLOAD LINK<\/a><\/strong><br \/><em>(The above link will open a new page from where you can download Malwarebytes for Mac)<\/em><\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Double-click on the Malwarebytes setup file.<\/p>\n<p>When Malwarebytes has finished downloading, double-click on the setup file to install Malwarebytes on your computer. In most cases, downloaded files are saved to the <em>Downloads<\/em> folder.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98734 alignnone\" title=\"Double-click on setup file to install Malwarebytes\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer.jpg\" alt=\"Double-click on setup file to install Malwarebytes\" width=\"750\" height=\"424\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-300x170.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Follow the on-screen prompts to install Malwarebytes.<\/p>\n<p>When the Malwarebytes installation begins, you will see the <em>Malwarebytes for Mac Installer<\/em> which will guide you through the installation process. Click &#8220;<strong>Continue<\/strong>&#8220;, then keep following the prompts to continue with the installation process.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98735 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-1.jpg\" alt=\"Click Continue to install Malwarebytes for Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"532\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-1-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98736 alignnone\" title=\"Click again on Continue to install Malwarebytes for Mac for Mac\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-2.jpg\" alt=\"Click again on Continue to install Malwarebytes for Mac for Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-2.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-2-300x212.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98737 alignnone\" title=\"Click Install to install Malwarebytes on Mac\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-4.jpg\" alt=\"Click Install to install Malwarebytes on Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-4.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Installer-Step-4-300x212.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<p>When your Malwarebytes installation completes, the program opens to the <em>Welcome to Malwarebytes<\/em> screen. Click the <strong>&#8220;Get started&#8221;<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Select &#8220;Personal Computer&#8221; or &#8220;Work Computer&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>The Malwarebytes <em>Welcome<\/em> screen will first ask you what type of computer are you installing this program, click either <strong>Personal Computer<\/strong> or <strong>Work Computer<\/strong>.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98740 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Select-Personal-Computer.jpg\" alt=\"Select Personal Computer or Work Computer mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"537\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Select-Personal-Computer.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Select-Personal-Computer-300x215.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Click on &#8220;Scan&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>To scan your computer with Malwarebytes, click on the &#8220;<strong>Scan<\/strong>&#8221; button. Malwarebytes for Mac will automatically update the antivirus database and start scanning your computer for malware.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98733 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Scan.jpg\" alt=\"Click on Scan button to start a system scan Mac\" width=\"750\" height=\"538\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Scan.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Scan-300x215.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Wait for the Malwarebytes scan to complete.<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes will scan your computer for adware, browser hijackers, and other malicious programs. This process can take a few minutes, so we suggest you do something else and periodically check on the status of the scan to see when it is finished.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98739 alignnone\" title=\"Wait for Malwarebytes for Mac to scan your computer\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Scanning-for-malware.jpg\" alt=\"Wait for Malwarebytes for Mac to scan for malware\" width=\"750\" height=\"536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Scanning-for-malware.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Scanning-for-malware-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Click on &#8220;Quarantine&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>When the scan has been completed, you will be presented with a screen showing the malware infections that Malwarebytes has detected. To remove the malware that Malwarebytes has found, click on the &#8220;<strong>Quarantine<\/strong>&#8221; button.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98732 alignnone\" title=\"Review the malicious programs and click on Quarantine\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Confirm.jpg\" alt=\"Review the malicious programs and click on Quarantine to remove malware\" width=\"750\" height=\"538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Confirm.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Click-Confirm-300x215.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Restart computer.<\/p> <p>Malwarebytes will now remove all the malicious files that it has found. To complete the malware removal process, Malwarebytes may ask you to restart your computer.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"536\" class=\"size-full wp-image-98738 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Restart.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes For Mac requesting to restart computer\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Restart.jpg 750w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Malwarebytes-Mac-Restart-300x214.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><br \/><\/p> <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n <p>After scanning, delete any detected threats. Your Mac should now be free from adware, unwanted extensions, and other potentially harmful software.<\/p> \n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your current antivirus allowed a malicious program on your computer, you might want to consider purchasing the full-featured version of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware to protect against these types of threats in the future.<br \/>If you are still experiencing problems while trying to remove a malicious program from your computer, please ask for help in our <strong><a title=\"Mac Malware Removal Help &amp; Support\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/forums\/mac-malware-removal-help-support.183\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mac Malware Removal Help &amp; Support<\/a><\/strong> forum.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"Malwarebytes for Android\"> <h3 id=\"androidh3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Android<\/h3> <p>Malwarebytes for Android automatically detects and removes dangerous threats like malware and ransomware so you don&#8217;t have to worry about your most-used device being compromised. Aggressive detection of adware and potentially unwanted programs keeps your Android phone or tablet running smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Download Malwarebytes for Android.<\/p>\n<p>You can download <strong>Malwarebytes for Android<\/strong> by clicking the link below.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-81150 mwt_product_icon_logo\" title=\"Malwarebytes Icon\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Malwarebytes-LOGO.png\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Logo\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"mwt_download_box\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=org.malwarebytes.antimalware&#038;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MALWAREBYTES FOR ANDROID DOWNLOAD LINK<\/a><\/strong><br \/><em>(The above link will open a new page from where you can download Malwarebytes for Android)<\/em><\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Install Malwarebytes for Android on your phone.<\/p>\n<p>In the Google Play Store, tap &#8220;<strong>Install<\/strong>&#8221; to install Malwarebytes for Android on your device.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106940\" title=\"Tap Install to install Malwarebytes for Android\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Google-Play-App.jpg\" alt=\"Tap Install to install Malwarebytes for Android\" width=\"292\" height=\"580\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Google-Play-App.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Google-Play-App-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<p>When the installation process has finished, tap &#8220;<strong>Open<\/strong>&#8221; to begin using Malwarebytes for Android. You can also open Malwarebytes by tapping on its icon in your phone menu or home screen.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106941\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Open-App.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes for Android - Open App\" width=\"292\" height=\"578\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Open-App.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Open-App-152x300.jpg 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the setup process<\/p>\n<p>When Malwarebytes will open, you will see the <em>Malwarebytes Setup Wizard<\/em> which will guide you through a series of permissions and other setup options.<br \/>This is the first of two screens that explain the difference between the Premium and Free versions. Swipe this screen to continue.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106944\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 1\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-1.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 1\" width=\"292\" height=\"577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-1.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-1-152x300.jpg 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><br \/>Tap on &#8220;<strong>Got it<\/strong>&#8221; to proceed to the next step.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106945\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 2\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-2.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 2\" width=\"292\" height=\"580\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-2.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-2-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><br \/>Malwarebytes for Android will now ask for a set of permissions that are required to scan your device and protect it from malware. Tap on &#8220;<strong>Give permission<\/strong>&#8221; to continue.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106946\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 3\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-3.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 3\" width=\"292\" height=\"570\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-3.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-3-154x300.jpg 154w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><br \/>Tap on &#8220;Allow&#8221; to permit Malwarebytes to access the files on your phone.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106947\" title=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 4\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-7.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes Setup Screen 4\" width=\"292\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-7.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Setup-Wizard-7-153x300.jpg 153w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Update database and run a scan with Malwarebytes for Android<\/p>\n<p>You will now be prompted to update the Malwarebytes database and run a full system scan.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106939\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Fix-Issues.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes fix issue\" width=\"292\" height=\"579\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Fix-Issues.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Fix-Issues-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<p>Click on &#8220;<strong>Update database<\/strong>&#8221; to update the Malwarebytes for Android definitions to the latest version, then click on &#8220;<strong>Run full scan<\/strong>&#8221; to perform a system scan.<\/p>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106948\" title=\"Update database and run Malwarebytes scan\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Update-Run-Scan.jpg\" alt=\"Update database and run Malwarebytes scan on phone\" width=\"291\" height=\"575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Update-Run-Scan.jpg 291w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Update-Run-Scan-152x300.jpg 152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 291px) 100vw, 291px\" \/><\/figure><p><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Wait for the Malwarebytes scan to complete.<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes will now start scanning your phone for adware and other malicious apps. This process can take a few minutes, so we suggest you do something else and periodically check on the status of the scan to see when it is finished.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106943\" title=\"Malwarebytes scanning phone for malware\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Scanning-for-Malware.jpg\" alt=\"Malwarebytes scanning Android for Vmalware\" width=\"292\" height=\"579\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Scanning-for-Malware.jpg 292w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Scanning-for-Malware-151x300.jpg 151w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 292px) 100vw, 292px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Click on &#8220;Remove Selected&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>When the scan has been completed, you will be presented with a screen showing the malware infections that Malwarebytes for Android has detected. To remove the malicious apps that Malwarebytes has found, tap on the &#8220;<strong>Remove Selected<\/strong>&#8221; button.<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-106942\" title=\"Tap on the Remove button to get rid of malware\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Removing-Malware.jpg\" alt=\"Remove malware from your phone\" width=\"760\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Removing-Malware.jpg 760w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Malwarebytes-for-Android-Removing-Malware-300x237.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Restart your phone.<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes for Android will now remove all the malicious apps that it has found. To complete the malware removal process, Malwarebytes may ask you to restart your device.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n <hr \/> <p>When the scan is finished, remove all detected threats. Your Android phone should now be free of malicious apps, adware, and unwanted browser redirects.<\/p> \n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your current antivirus allowed a malicious app on your phone, you may want to consider purchasing the full-featured version of Malwarebytes to protect against these types of threats in the future.<br \/>If you are still having problems with your phone after completing these instructions, then please follow one of the steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Restore your phone to factory settings by going to <em>Settings &gt; General management &gt; Reset &gt; Factory data reset.<\/em><\/li><li>Ask for help in our <strong><a title=\"Mobile Malware Removal Help &amp; Support\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/forums\/mobile-malware-removal-help-support.165\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mobile Malware Removal Help &amp; Support<\/a><\/strong> forum.<\/li><\/ul>\n <\/div><\/div><\/div> <p>After cleaning your device, it\u2019s important to protect it from future infections and annoying pop-ups. We recommend installing an ad blocker such as <a href=\"https:\/\/adguard.com\/?aid=29616\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>AdGuard<\/strong><\/a>. AdGuard blocks malicious ads, prevents phishing attempts, and stops dangerous redirects, helping you stay safe while browsing online.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1932599813\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381388-ad_309691-placement_381390\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3191649120\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BLOXDRO is built to look like a friendly Roblox giveaway, but the structure tells the real story: promise 5,000 Robux, push victims into Discord, then monetize them through tasks, redirects, surveys, installs, and sometimes subscription traps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you see this link in a DM or a server, the safest move is simple: do not engage, do not \u201cverify,\u201d and do not chase the reward. Close it, report it, and lock down your accounts if you already interacted with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Robux is valuable, and that is exactly why scammers keep building new ways to fake it. The good news is that once you recognize the pattern, the next version becomes much easier to spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2280823674\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381392-ad_309691-placement_381395\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"2944237110\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is BLOXDRO legit or a scam?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">BLOXDRO is a scam. It uses the \u201cfree Robux\u201d giveaway hook to push visitors into tasks, redirects, and third-party offers that benefit the operators, not Roblox players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can Roblox really give you 5,000 Robux for joining a Discord server?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Roblox does not distribute Robux through random Discord servers or third-party \u201cclaim\u201d sites. Legit Roblox promotions are announced through official Roblox channels, not through outside \u201cverification steps.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">I entered my Roblox username only. Am I in danger?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Entering only a username is lower risk than sharing a password, but it is not risk-free. Scammers can use usernames to target you with phishing, fake support messages, or impersonation attempts. Secure your account anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">I did the tasks but never got Robux. Will it arrive later?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Delays like \u201c48 to 72 hours\u201d are commonly used to keep victims engaged. If you completed tasks and did not receive Robux, it is extremely unlikely you ever will.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does the scam ask you to complete surveys or install apps?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because that is how they make money. Many of these campaigns are affiliate funnels where the operator gets paid when users complete offers, install apps, sign up for trials, or submit personal data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can these \u201ctask sites\u201d charge me money?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Some offers are subscription traps. You may be asked to enter card details for a \u201cfree trial,\u201d or to confirm via SMS, which can lead to recurring charges. Check your bank and app subscriptions if you completed offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does joining the Discord server compromise my account?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Joining a server alone usually does not compromise your account, but it increases your exposure to scam bots, phishing links, and \u201cverification\u201d prompts. The real risk starts when you click bot links, authorize apps, scan QR codes to log in, or enter credentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if I logged into a Roblox page linked from the Discord server?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Assume your credentials may be stolen. Change your Roblox password immediately, enable 2-step verification, and review security settings. If you cannot access your account, contact Roblox Support as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if I authorized a Discord app or bot during verification?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remove it. Go to Discord settings, review Authorized Apps, and revoke anything you do not recognize. Then change your Discord password and enable multi-factor authentication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Could my computer or phone get infected from this?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can, especially if the scam pushed you to download software, install browser extensions, or run anything outside normal app stores. Uninstall anything you installed for the \u201cverification\u201d and run a full security scan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why do these scams keep changing domains and names?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To avoid takedowns and filters. When one domain gets reported, operators register a new one and reuse the same design, Discord funnel, and offer links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I tell a real Roblox promotion from a fake one?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use these quick checks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is announced on official Roblox channels (Roblox site notifications, official blog, or official Roblox-owned pages)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It does not require third-party \u201cverification tasks\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It does not redirect you across multiple unrelated sites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It never asks for passwords, codes, cookies, or account linking through unknown services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should I do if my child clicked BLOXDRO?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stay calm and focus on prevention, not blame. Secure Roblox and Discord accounts, check for installs or subscriptions, and set a simple rule: no Robux links from DMs, Discord, TikTok, or \u201cclaim\u201d sites. If unsure, ask an adult before clicking.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It only takes one click. A Discord message. A \u201cRoblox anniversary\u201d page. A big button promising 5,000 Robux if you follow a couple of simple steps. At first, it feels harmless, almost too easy. 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