{"id":390264,"date":"2026-05-01T03:31:38","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T03:31:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/?p=390264"},"modified":"2026-05-01T03:31:38","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T03:31:38","slug":"google-new-login-text-scam-the-fake-unrecognized-device-alert","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/google-new-login-text-scam-the-fake-unrecognized-device-alert\/","title":{"rendered":"Google New Login Text Scam: The Fake Unrecognized Device Alert"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Google New Login Text Scam is a fake security alert designed to scare people into calling a fraudulent support number. The message claims there was a new login to your Google account from an unknown device, then pressures you to call immediately if it was not you.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad3089794221\" 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\">The real goal is not to protect your account. It is to move you onto a phone call with scammers who pretend to be Google security agents, fake tech support staff, or account recovery specialists.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"475\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-390265\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-2.jpg 697w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1-2-300x204.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad4255255620\" 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\">The scam usually starts with a text message that looks urgent and official. It may say something like:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2158835520\" 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<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google: New log In from an unrecognized device (Windows, Chicago). If NOT YOU, immediately call +44&#8230; to secure YOUR account.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The exact wording changes, but the structure is usually the same. The message mentions \u201cGoogle,\u201d claims there was a suspicious login, names a device or location, and gives a phone number to call. Sometimes the number may appear to be from the UK, the US, or another country. Scammers can also spoof caller ID or sender information, so the number shown on your phone is not reliable proof of who sent the message. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This scam is dangerous because it imitates a real fear. Most people understand that a hacked Google account can be serious. Your Gmail, photos, saved passwords, YouTube account, Google Drive files, Android backups, business accounts, and recovery emails may all be connected to that one login. So when a text says someone accessed your account from an unknown device, it creates instant panic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That panic is exactly what the scammers want.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad626404168\" 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\">A real Google security alert may warn you about unusual activity or a new device, but Google\u2019s official guidance points users to review security events from inside their Google Account, not to call a random number in a text message. Google\u2019s help pages explain that suspicious activity can include a new device login, a security settings change, or activity you do not recognize, and Google tells users to review recent security events from their account security settings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fake text skips that safe process. Instead, it gives you a phone number and pressures you to call immediately. That is the trap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you call, the scam shifts from a text scam into a tech support scam. The person who answers may sound calm, trained, and professional. They may say they are from \u201cGoogle Security,\u201d \u201cGoogle Account Protection,\u201d \u201cGoogle Fraud Department,\u201d or a third-party support team working with Google.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad695322017\" 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\">They will usually claim your account is under attack. They may say your device is infected, your Gmail has been hacked, your bank accounts are at risk, or someone is using your identity. Then they will push you to install remote access software such as AnyDesk, TeamViewer, UltraViewer, Zoho Assist, or another screen-sharing tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remote access tools are legitimate when used by real IT teams. In this scam, they are abused. Once the scammer can see or control your screen, they can guide you through fake \u201csecurity checks,\u201d view private information, steal login details, manipulate banking pages, install more software, or pressure you into sending money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The FTC specifically warns that tech support scammers may claim there is something wrong with your computer, ask for remote access, and then demand payment.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2195157580\" 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\">A common version of this scam turns into a fake refund or fake account protection story. The scammer may say they need to \u201creverse a fraudulent charge,\u201d \u201crefund your account,\u201d \u201csecure your banking connection,\u201d or \u201cverify your identity.\u201d They may ask you to open your bank account while they are connected remotely. They may then claim they accidentally refunded too much money or that your account must be \u201cprotected\u201d by moving funds elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another version ends with gift cards. The scammer may tell you to buy Apple, Google Play, Steam, Target, Walmart, or other gift cards, then read the codes over the phone. This is always a scam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Google New Login Text Scam is effective because it combines several powerful manipulation tactics:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad4121296212\" 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>A trusted brand name: Google<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A scary claim: your account was accessed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A suspicious location or device: \u201cWindows, Chicago\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Urgency: \u201cIf NOT YOU, immediately\u2026\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A simple action: call this number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A fake solution: remote support will \u201csecure\u201d your account<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The message may also contain odd grammar, strange spacing, capitalized words, or awkward line breaks. These are common red flags, but scammers do not need perfect writing to succeed. They only need the message to create enough fear for someone to call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad3420922810\" 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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. You Receive a Fake Google Security Text<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first step is the SMS. It is written to look like a Google security warning. It may say there was a new login from Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android, Chrome, or an unknown device. It may also name a city, state, or country to make the alert feel specific.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Examples may include:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1007936730\" 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<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cGoogle: New login from an unrecognized device.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cGoogle Security Alert: Login attempt from Windows.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cYour Google account was accessed from Chicago.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cIf this wasn\u2019t you, call support immediately.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cSuspicious Google sign-in detected. Call now to secure your account.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scammer wants you to focus on the fear, not the details. The phone number is the most important part of the message. That number connects you to the fraud operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. The Message Pushes You to Call Instead of Checking Your Account Safely<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the key red flag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A legitimate account security process should lead you to your account settings, not to a random phone number. Google\u2019s official account recovery and security guidance tells users to review security events, check suspicious activity, and secure the account through Google Account settings. <\/p><div id=\"mwtad92572188\" 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\">The scam text does the opposite. It wants you to call before you think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That matters because phone calls are easier for scammers to control. On a call, they can interrupt you, create pressure, sound confident, and adapt their story based on your reactions. They can also keep you from verifying the message independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. A Fake Support Agent Answers the Phone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you call, the person on the other end will usually pretend to be part of Google or a related security team. They may ask for your name, phone number, email address, device type, or account details.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2951926730\" 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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They may say things like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cYour account has been accessed from multiple locations.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cYour phone has been infected.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cHackers are using your Gmail.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cYour bank account may be connected to the attack.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cWe need to secure your device immediately.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cDo not hang up, or the hackers may regain access.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is psychological pressure. The scammer wants you to believe the situation is urgent and that they are the only person who can fix it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. They Claim Your Device Is Infected or Hacked<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a few minutes, the fake agent will usually expand the problem. The text started with a Google login, but now the scammer may claim the issue is much bigger.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1019923957\" 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<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They may say your entire phone, computer, or home network is compromised. They may claim that foreign hackers, fake IP addresses, banking malware, or identity thieves are involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where the scam becomes more dangerous. The scammer is setting up a reason to ask for remote access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. They Ask You to Install AnyDesk or Similar Remote Access Software<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad3056749535\" 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\">The scammer may ask you to install AnyDesk, TeamViewer, UltraViewer, Zoho Assist, or another remote support tool. They will describe it as a \u201csecurity scanner,\u201d \u201cGoogle support tool,\u201d \u201caccount verification tool,\u201d or \u201cscreen sharing app.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They may say they only need to \u201csee the problem.\u201d In reality, remote access can allow them to watch what you type, guide you into sensitive pages, change settings, install programs, or control your device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The FTC warns that remote access requests are a classic part of tech support scams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once connected, they may open harmless system screens and pretend they show hacking. On Windows, scammers often misuse normal logs, warnings, or command prompt output to make the victim believe the computer is infected. On phones, they may point to normal app permissions, storage information, or system messages and claim these are signs of hacking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. They Try to Access Your Bank, Email, or Payment Accounts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After gaining your trust, the fake support agent may ask you to log in to your bank account, PayPal, Cash App, Coinbase, Gmail, or other accounts. They may say they need to verify whether hackers stole money or connected fraudulent accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is extremely risky. If a scammer is connected remotely, they may be able to see your screen, capture sensitive information, or guide you into authorizing transfers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They may ask for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Online banking login details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One-time verification codes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Credit card numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Debit card numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recovery codes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Google verification codes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PayPal or crypto account access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Screenshots of identity documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Photos of gift card receipts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remote access permissions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Never share verification codes with someone who called you or someone you reached through a suspicious text. A real security team does not need your one-time code to \u201csecure\u201d your account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. They Demand Gift Cards, Bank Transfers, Crypto, or \u201cRefund\u201d Steps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At some point, the scam usually becomes financial. The scammer may claim you need to pay for security software, reverse a fraudulent transaction, protect your money, or complete a refund.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gift cards are especially common because they are fast, hard to reverse, and easy for criminals to resell. The scammer may stay on the phone while you drive to a store, buy cards, scratch the codes, and read the numbers aloud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is not how Google, banks, police, or real tech support companies operate. Anyone who asks for gift cards as payment is running a scam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. They May Continue Contacting You<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the scammers believe you are vulnerable, they may call again. They may claim the first payment failed, your account is still under attack, or a refund is pending. They may also pass your information to other fraud groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some victims are contacted later by fake \u201crecovery agents\u201d who claim they can get the money back. These are often secondary scams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad3108466742\" 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\">Red Flags in the Google New Login Text Scam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This scam has several warning signs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The text tells you to call a phone number to secure your Google account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The message creates panic with phrases like \u201cIf NOT YOU\u201d or \u201cimmediately.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The grammar, spacing, or punctuation looks strange.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The sender is an unknown number or international number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The message mentions a suspicious device or city but gives no safe account link.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The caller claims your device is infected or hacked.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They ask you to install AnyDesk or another remote access app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They ask you to open your bank account while they are connected.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They request gift cards, crypto, wire transfers, or payment apps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They ask for verification codes or passwords.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The biggest red flag is simple: a real account security alert should not require you to call a random number from a text message.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1586840841\" 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 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10 Common Google New Login Text Scam Variations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers constantly change the wording of these fake Google security alerts, but the pattern is usually the same: they mention a suspicious login, create urgency, and push you to call a phone number or click a link. Below are common examples of what these scam texts may look like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. \u201cNew Login From an Unrecognized Device\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google: New login from an unrecognized device. If this was NOT YOU, call +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX immediately to secure your account.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the most common versions. It tries to make the victim believe someone has accessed their Google account from a new device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. \u201cLogin From Windows in Chicago\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google: New login from Windows, Chicago. If you do not recognize this activity, contact Google Security at +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers often add a device type and city to make the alert feel more realistic. The location may be random and does not mean anyone actually logged into your account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. \u201cSuspicious Sign-In Attempt Blocked\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google Security Alert: Suspicious sign-in attempt blocked. Call support now at +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX to verify your account.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This version claims Google already blocked a login attempt, but still pressures you to call. The goal is to move you into a fake support call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. \u201cYour Gmail Account Has Been Accessed\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gmail Alert: Your account was accessed from an unknown browser. If this wasn\u2019t you, call our security team immediately.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This version uses \u201cGmail\u201d instead of \u201cGoogle\u201d because many people treat Gmail as their main online identity. The scammer wants you to panic about losing access to email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. \u201cGoogle Account Temporarily Locked\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google: Your account has been temporarily locked due to suspicious activity. Call +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX to restore access.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This message creates fear that you may lose access to your account unless you act quickly. In reality, the number connects to scammers, not Google.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. \u201cDevice Infection Detected\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google Security: Malware detected after recent login attempt. Call support immediately to remove infection and protect your account.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This version quickly turns the fake login alert into a fake tech support issue. If you call, scammers may claim your phone or computer is infected and ask you to install AnyDesk, TeamViewer, or another remote access app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. \u201cYour Account Will Be Disabled\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google Notice: Your account will be disabled in 24 hours due to suspicious login activity. Call verification support now.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This variation uses a deadline to stop you from thinking clearly. Real security issues should be checked directly inside your Google Account, not through a random phone number in a text.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. \u201cUnauthorized Recovery Number Added\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google Alert: A new recovery phone number was added to your account. If this was not you, call +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This version sounds serious because recovery numbers can be used to regain account access. Scammers use that fear to make you call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. \u201cPayment or Banking Risk Warning\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google Security: Your account may be linked to unauthorized banking activity. Call support now to secure your device.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a more aggressive version. It prepares the victim for the next stage of the scam, where fake support agents ask them to open online banking while connected remotely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. \u201cVerification Required After New Login\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google: New sign-in detected. Verification required. Call +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX to confirm identity and prevent suspension.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This message makes the call sound like a normal identity check. Once the victim calls, scammers may ask for verification codes, passwords, banking access, or gift card payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad594132466\" 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\">What To Do If You Receive This Text<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not call the number. Do not reply. Do not click any links if the message includes them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Instead, check your Google account manually. Open your browser or Google app yourself and go to your Google Account security settings. Review recent security events, signed-in devices, recovery email, recovery phone number, and two-step verification settings. Google\u2019s official guidance says that if you find activity you do not recognize, you should mark it as not yours and follow the steps to secure your account. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should also:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Block the sender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report the text as spam through your phone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report phishing or suspicious messages where possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change your Google password if you see suspicious activity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn on two-step verification or passkeys.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove unknown devices from your account.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check Gmail forwarding rules, filters, and recovery settings.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If there is no suspicious activity in your Google Account, the text was likely only a lure to get you to call the scammers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad4254568832\" 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\">What To Do If You Called the Scam Number<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you called but did not install anything, share codes, or open accounts, hang up and block the number. Then check your Google Account security settings manually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you installed remote access software, take action immediately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disconnect from the internet<br \/>Turn off Wi-Fi and mobile data or unplug your computer from the network. This can stop the remote session.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uninstall the remote access software<br \/>Remove AnyDesk, TeamViewer, UltraViewer, Zoho Assist, or any other tool the scammer asked you to install. Check whether unattended access was enabled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change passwords from a clean device<br \/>Use another phone or computer that the scammer never accessed. Change your Google password, email password, banking password, PayPal password, and any other sensitive account passwords.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revoke active sessions<br \/>Sign out of all devices from your Google Account and other important accounts. Remove unknown devices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact your bank immediately<br \/>Call the number on the back of your card or use the official banking app. Tell them you may have been targeted by a tech support scam. Ask them to check for suspicious transfers, new payees, card activity, or account changes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cancel exposed cards<br \/>If you typed card details while the scammer was connected, ask your bank to replace the card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report gift cards quickly<br \/>If you bought gift cards and gave the codes to scammers, contact the gift card company immediately. Keep the card and receipt. The FTC advises contacting the issuer right away and reporting the scam. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scan the device<br \/>Run a full security scan. If the scammer had deep access or installed unknown tools, consider getting help from a trusted local technician.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watch for follow-up scams<br \/>Do not trust anyone who contacts you claiming they can recover the money for a fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report the fraud<br \/>In the US, victims can report scams to the FTC. Outside the US, report it to your national cybercrime authority, local police, bank, and mobile provider.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<h2>Is Your Device Infected? Run a Free Malware Scan<\/h2>\n\n<p>Slow performance, constant pop-ups, or strange behavior? These are classic signs of a malware infection. The fastest way to find out is to scan your device with <strong>Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Free<\/strong> \u2014 one of the most trusted malware removal tools available.<\/p>\n\n<p>The free version detects and removes the most common threats, including:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Adware<\/strong> \u2014 the cause of those annoying pop-ups<\/li>\n<li><strong>Browser hijackers<\/strong> \u2014 unwanted redirects and changed homepages<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trojans and spyware<\/strong> \u2014 hidden programs stealing your data<\/li>\n<li><strong>Potentially unwanted programs (PUPs)<\/strong> \u2014 software you never asked for<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Select your device below<\/strong> \u2014 Windows, Mac, or Android \u2014 then follow the simple steps to download Malwarebytes, scan your system, and remove any threats it finds. The whole process takes about 5 minutes.<\/p>\n\n<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\">\n\n<h3 id=\"windowsh3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Windows<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Malwarebytes<\/strong> is one of the most popular and trusted anti-malware tools for Windows \u2014 and it&#8217;s completely free for removing infections. It catches threats that many antivirus programs miss, including adware, browser hijackers, and trojans. Follow the steps below to scan and clean your PC in just a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Download Malwarebytes<\/p> <p>Click the button below to download the latest version of <strong>Malwarebytes for Windows<\/strong> from the official source. The free version is all you need \u2014 it will scan your computer and remove adware, browser hijackers, and other malicious software at no cost.<\/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');\">DOWNLOAD MALWAREBYTES FOR WINDOWS (FREE)<br \/>\n<\/a><\/strong><br \/><em class=\"small-text-disclaimer\">(The link opens in a new page where your download will start)<\/em><\/div><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Install Malwarebytes<\/p>\n\n<p>When the download finishes, open your <strong>Downloads<\/strong> folder and <strong>double-click the MBSetup file<\/strong>. If Windows shows a <strong>User Account Control<\/strong> pop-up, click &#8220;<em>Yes<\/em>&#8221; to allow the 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>The setup wizard will walk you through a few quick screens:<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n \n  <li>\n    <p>Choose where you&#8217;re installing the program \u2014 &#8220;<strong>Personal Computer<\/strong>&#8221; or &#8220;<strong>Work Computer<\/strong>&#8221; \u2014 then click <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 install on your device. This usually takes under a minute.<\/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 installation is complete, the &#8220;<strong>Welcome to Malwarebytes<\/strong>&#8221; screen will open automatically.<\/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, click <strong>Open Malwarebytes<\/strong> to launch 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;Scan for Rootkits&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Before scanning, turn on rootkit detection so Malwarebytes can find even the most hidden threats. Click the <strong>Settings<\/strong> gear icon on the left side of the screen.\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, find &#8220;<strong>Scan for rootkits<\/strong>&#8221; and click the toggle so 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>Done? Click &#8220;<strong>Dashboard<\/strong>&#8221; in the left pane to return to the main screen.\n\n <\/p><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Start the Scan<\/p> <p>Click the blue <strong>Scan<\/strong> button. Malwarebytes will automatically update its virus database and start checking your computer for malware.<\/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 Scan to Finish<\/p>\n<p>The scan checks your entire system for browser hijackers and other malicious programs, so it can take several minutes. Feel free to do something else \u2014 just check back occasionally to see the progress.<\/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 the Detected Threats<\/p>\n<p>When the scan is done, you&#8217;ll see a list of everything Malwarebytes found \u2014 malware, adware, and potentially unwanted programs. Click the &#8220;<strong>Quarantine<\/strong>&#8221; button to remove all of them at once.<\/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 remove the malicious files and registry entries and move them safely into 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>Some threats can only be fully removed after a reboot. If Malwarebytes asks you to restart, click <strong>Yes<\/strong>. Once you&#8217;re logged back in, your PC is clean and you can continue with the next steps in this guide.<\/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\n\n<p>When the scan finishes, click <strong>Quarantine<\/strong> to remove everything Malwarebytes found. That&#8217;s it \u2014 your Windows PC is now clean of trojans, adware, and other malware, and should be back to running smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\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\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"Malwarebytes for Mac\">\n\n<h3 id=\"mach3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Mac<\/h3>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Malwarebytes for Mac<\/strong> is a free on-demand scanner that removes the malware other security software tends to miss \u2014 adware, browser hijackers, and unwanted programs included. Cleaning an infected Mac with Malwarebytes has always been completely free, and it&#8217;s our go-to recommendation. Follow the steps below to scan and clean your Mac in just a few minutes.<\/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>Click the button below to download the latest version of <strong>Malwarebytes for Mac<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mwt_download_box\"><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><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1011lvqrV\/creativeref:1011l100234\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DOWNLOAD MALWAREBYTES FOR MAC (FREE)<\/a><\/strong><br \/><em>(The link opens in a new page where your download will start)<\/em><\/div>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\n<p class=\"mwt_quick_overview\">Open the Malwarebytes setup file<\/p>\n<p>When the download finishes, open your <em>Downloads<\/em> folder and <strong>double-click the setup file<\/strong> to begin the installation.<\/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>The <em>Malwarebytes for Mac Installer<\/em> will guide you through a few quick screens. Click &#8220;<strong>Continue<\/strong>&#8221; and keep following the prompts until the installation completes.<\/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\" 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 the installation is complete, Malwarebytes opens to the <em>Welcome to Malwarebytes<\/em> screen. Click &#8220;<strong>Get started<\/strong>&#8220;.<\/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>Malwarebytes will ask what type of computer you&#8217;re installing it on. Click either <strong>Personal Computer<\/strong> or <strong>Work Computer<\/strong>, whichever applies.<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\">Start the Scan<\/p>\n<p>Click the &#8220;<strong>Scan<\/strong>&#8221; button. Malwarebytes will automatically update its detection database and begin checking your Mac 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 Scan to Finish<\/p>\n<p>Malwarebytes will scan your Mac for adware, browser hijackers, and other malicious programs. This can take a few minutes, so feel free to do something else \u2014 just check back occasionally to see the progress.<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\">Quarantine the Detected Threats<\/p>\n<p>When the scan is done, you&#8217;ll see a list of everything Malwarebytes found. Click the &#8220;<strong>Quarantine<\/strong>&#8221; button to remove all the threats at once.<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 Your Mac<\/p> <p>Malwarebytes will now remove all the malicious files it found. Some threats can only be fully removed after a reboot \u2014 if Malwarebytes asks you to restart, allow it. Once you&#8217;re logged back in, your Mac is clean.<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\n\n<p>Once the scan is done, remove every threat it detected. Your Mac is now free of adware, rogue browser extensions, and other potentially harmful software.<\/p>\n\n\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\n\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"su-tabs-pane su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\" data-title=\"Malwarebytes for Android\">\n\n<h3 id=\"androidh3\" class=\"toch3\">Run a Malware Scan with Malwarebytes for Android<\/h3>\n\n<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\n\n<hr \/>\n\n<p>After the scan, tap <strong>Remove Selected<\/strong> to delete all detected threats. Your Android phone is now clean \u2014 no more malicious apps, adware, or browser redirects.<\/p>\n\n\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\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3>Stay Protected: Block Ads and Malicious Sites<\/h3>\n\n<p>Now that your device is clean, keep it that way. Most infections start with a malicious ad or a fake download button \u2014 so blocking them at the source is your best defense.<\/p>\n\n<p>We recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/adguard.com\/?aid=29616\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>AdGuard<\/strong><\/a>, which blocks malicious ads, phishing pages, and dangerous redirects before they can reach you.<\/p>\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 <a href=\"https:\/\/adguard.com\/?aid=29616\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Download AdGuard and browse safely<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Google New Login Text Scam is not a real Google security warning. It is a fake alert designed to make you call scammers pretending to be tech support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once on the phone, they may claim your device is infected, push you to install remote access software, ask you to open banking accounts, steal personal information, or pressure you into buying gift cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not call the number in the text. Check your Google Account directly through your own account settings, not through a phone number or link sent in an unexpected SMS. If someone claiming to be Google asks for remote access, gift cards, banking access, passwords, or verification codes, end the conversation immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the Google New Login text real?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In most cases, a text telling you to call a phone number because of a \u201cnew login\u201d is a scam. Google may send legitimate security alerts, but you should never trust a random phone number included in an unexpected SMS. Check your account manually by going directly to your Google Account security settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why did I receive a fake Google login alert?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You likely received it because your phone number is on a spam list, appeared in a data breach, was collected from an online form, or was randomly targeted by automated scam systems. Receiving the text does not automatically mean your Google account was hacked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens if I call the number in the text?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may reach a fake tech support center. The scammer may pretend to be from Google and claim your device is hacked, infected, or being used by criminals. They may ask you to install remote access software, open your bank account, provide verification codes, or buy gift cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does Google call users to secure their accounts?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Google does not normally ask users to call random phone numbers from SMS alerts to secure their accounts. If there is a real issue, you should review the alert from inside your Google Account or Gmail, not through a phone number sent by text.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should I do if I received this scam text?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not call the number, do not reply, and do not click any links. Open your Google Account manually, review recent security activity, check signed-in devices, and change your password if you see anything suspicious. Then block and report the text as spam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What should I do if I already called the scammers?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hang up immediately. Do not follow any more instructions. If you did not install anything or share information, check your Google account security settings and block the number. If you shared details, installed remote access software, or opened banking pages, take stronger action immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if I installed AnyDesk, TeamViewer, or another remote access app?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Disconnect your device from the internet, uninstall the app, and check whether unattended access was enabled. Then change your passwords from a different clean device. Contact your bank if you opened financial accounts while the scammer was connected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if I gave the scammer a verification code?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Change your Google password immediately from a clean device. Sign out of all devices, remove unknown recovery options, enable two-step verification or passkeys, and check whether your Gmail forwarding rules or filters were changed. A verification code can let scammers access or take over accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if I bought gift cards and gave the codes?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact the gift card company immediately and report the fraud. Keep the receipts and the physical cards. Recovery is not guaranteed, but acting fast gives you the best chance of stopping the funds from being used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can scammers steal money if they only saw my screen?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. If they watched you log in to banking, email, PayPal, crypto, or other sensitive accounts, they may have seen private information. They may also have guided you into approving transactions, adding payees, changing settings, or revealing codes. Contact your bank and change important passwords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should I change my Google password after receiving the text?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you only received the text and did not interact with it, changing your password is optional unless you see suspicious account activity. However, it is still smart to review your Google security settings, remove unknown devices, and make sure two-step verification is enabled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I tell if my Google account was actually hacked?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check your Google Account security page directly. Look for unknown devices, unfamiliar locations, password changes, recovery email changes, recovery phone changes, suspicious Gmail filters, forwarding addresses, or security alerts you do not recognize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why do scammers ask for gift cards?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gift cards are hard to reverse and easy for scammers to resell. No legitimate company, including Google, will ask you to buy gift cards to secure an account, remove a virus, reverse fraud, or process a refund.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why do scammers ask for remote access?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remote access lets scammers control or view your device. They can make fake \u201csecurity scans\u201d look convincing, watch you type passwords, push you to open bank accounts, or manipulate what appears on your screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the safest way to check a Google security alert?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not use the phone number or link in the message. Open your browser or Google app yourself, sign in to your Google Account, and review security activity from there. 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