{"id":393744,"date":"2026-06-09T03:42:41","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T03:42:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/?p=393744"},"modified":"2026-06-09T03:42:42","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T03:42:42","slug":"tradeify-reward-is-ready-to-claim-email-scam-exposed-read-this-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/tradeify-reward-is-ready-to-claim-email-scam-exposed-read-this-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Tradeify Reward Is Ready to Claim Email Scam EXPOSED &#8211; Read This Now!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A new email claiming that a <strong>Tradeify reward is ready to claim<\/strong> is being sent to users with the promise of a large payout. The message looks polished, uses financial wording, and encourages recipients to click a claim link.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad518626538\" 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\">Before interacting with it, there are several important details users need to understand.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"612\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-56-612x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-393745\" style=\"width:577px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-56-612x1024.jpg 612w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-56-179x300.jpg 179w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-56-918x1536.jpg 918w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-56-1224x2048.jpg 1224w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-56.jpg 1320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1401233443\" 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 \u201cTradeify Reward Is Ready to Claim\u201d email is a suspicious message that claims the recipient has earned a cash reward from Tradeify. In the example reviewed, the email says:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad3359807936\" 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\"><strong>\u201cYour $2,643.39 Tradeify Reward Is Ready to Claim\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inside the message, the recipient is told that <strong>\u201cTradeify sent you a reward\u201d<\/strong> and that a payout is waiting. The email includes a large reward amount, a congratulatory message, and buttons such as <strong>\u201cGo to dashboard\u201d<\/strong> and <strong>\u201cClaim Your Reward Now.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At first glance, the message may appear legitimate. It uses a clean layout, Tradeify-style branding, and wording commonly seen in payout or reward notifications. The email also refers to a \u201ccontribution payout,\u201d \u201cuptime bonuses,\u201d \u201creferral rewards,\u201d and a \u201cwinning challenge,\u201d which makes it sound connected to a trading or rewards platform.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1717737329\" 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\">However, the sender information raises serious concerns. The email appears to come from <strong>mail.acculynx.com<\/strong>, which does not match Tradeify\u2019s official domain. That is a major red flag because legitimate account, payout, or reward emails should come from an official company-controlled email address.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The domain <strong>AccuLynx<\/strong> is associated with roofing business software used by contractors, not crypto trading or Tradeify reward payouts. This mismatch suggests the message may be using unrelated email infrastructure, a compromised sending service, or deceptive branding to make the email look trustworthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is also potential name confusion. <strong>Tradeify<\/strong> and <strong>Tradify<\/strong> are different brands. Tradeify is associated with crypto or trading-related services, while <strong>Tradify<\/strong>, without the \u201ce,\u201d is a job management platform for tradespeople such as electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, builders, and contractors. The use of a contractor-related sender domain makes the email even more suspicious.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad3340176094\" 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\">The main purpose of the message appears to be getting recipients to click the reward link. Once clicked, the link could lead to a fake dashboard, a phishing login page, a crypto wallet connection page, or a fake payout claim form. These pages may attempt to steal account credentials, collect personal information, request payment details, or trick users into paying a bogus fee before receiving the supposed reward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because of these warning signs, the \u201cTradeify Reward Is Ready to Claim\u201d email should not be trusted. Users should avoid clicking the buttons, avoid entering login details, and verify any real Tradeify account activity only by visiting the official website directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1545364048\" 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\">Is the Tradeify Reward Email Legit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. The \u201cTradeify Reward Is Ready to Claim\u201d email should be treated as a scam.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1744590667\" 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\">It does not appear to be a normal payout notification. It uses an unrelated sender domain, creates urgency around a reward, and encourages the recipient to click a claim link. That is classic phishing behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The existence of a real Tradeify website does not make this email legitimate. Tradeify describes its service as a trading challenge and funded trader model where users may generate payouts through a structured process. Tradeify\u2019s help center says payouts are processed through specific payout providers such as Riseworks and Plane, with payout options including bank transfer and cryptocurrency.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A real payout should be checked by going directly to the official Tradeify website or dashboard, not by clicking a link in a suspicious email.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2798323674\" 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<div id=\"mwtad1308007343\" 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\">Why This Email Looks Suspicious<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The sender domain does not match Tradeify<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sender shown to the recipient may say \u201cTradeify,\u201d but the actual sending domain is reportedly <strong>mail.acculynx.com<\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"mailto:reply@mail.acculynx.com\">reply@mail.acculynx.com<\/a><\/strong>. That is not the same as <strong>tradeify.co<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers often abuse display names. Your inbox may show a familiar company name, while the actual email address reveals something completely different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. AccuLynx is unrelated to trading rewards<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AccuLynx is connected to roofing business software, not crypto trading, prop trading, or payout rewards. A Tradeify payout notice coming from an AccuLynx-related domain is a major warning sign.  <\/p><div id=\"mwtad585621085\" 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\">This suggests the message may have been sent through abused email infrastructure, a compromised account, or a spoofed\/unauthorized sender setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. The email uses a high-value reward to trigger fast action<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amount <strong>$2,643.39<\/strong> is specific enough to feel real. Scammers often use exact numbers because they appear more believable than round figures like $2,500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The goal is simple: make the recipient think, \u201cThis looks real, and I don\u2019t want to lose the money.\u201d<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2726121247\" 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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. The message says the reward expires soon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The line saying the reward \u201cexpires soon\u201d is another manipulation tactic. Phishing emails often create urgency so people click before they inspect the sender, links, or account status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. The wording is vague<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The email mentions a \u201ccontribution payout,\u201d \u201cuptime bonuses,\u201d \u201creferral rewards,\u201d and a \u201cwinning challenge,\u201d but it does not give enough account-specific detail to prove that it is tied to a real Tradeify payout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Legitimate financial platforms usually provide clearer account context, and users can verify payouts by logging in directly through the official site.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad1809213445\" 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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. The support address may be used as decoration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The email includes <strong><a href=\"mailto:support@tradeify.co\">support@tradeify.co<\/a><\/strong>, which is associated with Tradeify\u2019s official contact information.   But scammers often insert real support addresses into fake emails to make the message look legitimate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The visible support email does not prove the message is real. The sending domain and claim link matter more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2458066460\" 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\">Tradeify vs. Tradify vs. AccuLynx<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This scam is especially confusing because three similar-looking names may be involved.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad3783517321\" 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\"><strong>Tradeify<\/strong> is the trading-related brand being impersonated in the email. Its official site describes a funded trader-style process involving trading challenges, simulated funded accounts, and possible payouts.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tradify<\/strong> is a completely different company. It is a job management platform for tradespeople and contractors, including electricians, plumbers, builders, and HVAC businesses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2246797822\" 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\"><strong>AccuLynx<\/strong> is also different. It is a roofing CRM and business management platform. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A payout email claiming to be from Tradeify but sent from an AccuLynx-related domain does not make sense. That mismatch is one of the strongest indicators that the message is fraudulent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2484080977\" 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\">How the Scam Likely Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This type of phishing email usually follows a predictable pattern. The goal is to make the victim believe a real reward is waiting, then pressure them into clicking a fake claim link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The Scammer Sends a Fake Reward Email<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The email is designed to look professional and legitimate. It claims that a Tradeify reward is ready to claim and displays a specific payout amount, such as <strong>$2,643.39<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That amount is large enough to create excitement, but not so large that it instantly feels impossible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. The Victim Is Pushed to Click a Button<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The message usually includes buttons or links such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Claim Your Reward Now<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Go to dashboard<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>View your payout<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Confirm your reward<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These buttons are meant to make the recipient act quickly without checking the sender, the link, or the real Tradeify account dashboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. The Link Leads to a Fake Login or Claim Page<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After clicking, the victim may be taken to a fake Tradeify page that looks similar to a real login or payout portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The page may ask for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tradeify password<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-factor authentication code<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crypto wallet connection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identity verification documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. The Scam Can Lead to Several Risks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once the victim enters information, the scam may branch in different directions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fake website may:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Steal Tradeify login credentials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Steal email login details if the same password is reused<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask the user to connect a crypto wallet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attempt to drain crypto assets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demand a fake <strong>processing fee<\/strong>, <strong>tax fee<\/strong>, <strong>unlock fee<\/strong>, or <strong>gas fee<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collect personal information for identity theft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install malware through a fake download, file, or browser extension<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. The Biggest Crypto Red Flag<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In crypto-related scams, one of the most dangerous requests is for a <strong>seed phrase<\/strong> or <strong>recovery phrase<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No legitimate company needs your wallet seed phrase to send you a payout. If any website, email, or \u201csupport agent\u201d asks for it, it is a scam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad3922687575\" 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 Happens If You Click the Link?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clicking the link does not always mean your account or device is compromised, but it does increase the risk. What you should do depends on what happened after you clicked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Only Opened the Page<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you clicked the link but did not enter any information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Close the page immediately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not download anything<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not connect a crypto wallet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not approve browser notifications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not enter login details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Run a security scan if the page triggered a download or pop-up<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Entered Your Tradeify Password<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you typed your Tradeify login details into the page:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go directly to the official Tradeify website<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change your password immediately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not use any link from the suspicious email<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Log out of all active sessions if that option is available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check your account for unauthorized changes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Reused the Same Password Elsewhere<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the same password is used on your email, banking, crypto, or other accounts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Change the password on every affected account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a unique password for each account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable two-factor authentication where possible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Entered a Two-Factor Authentication Code<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you entered a 2FA code, assume the attacker may have tried to access your account immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Change your password<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review active sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Log out of unknown devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check recent account activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact Tradeify support through the official website<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Connected a Crypto Wallet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you connected a wallet to the fake site:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disconnect the wallet from the suspicious site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revoke suspicious token approvals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move funds to a new wallet if there is any sign of compromise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never share your seed phrase or recovery phrase<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Paid a Fee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you paid a fake reward release fee, tax fee, gas fee, or verification fee:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Contact your bank or card provider immediately if you paid by card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save all emails, screenshots, receipts, and transaction details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you paid by crypto, record the transaction hash and wallet address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report the wallet address to the relevant platform or exchange<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Crypto payments are usually difficult to reverse, so fast action is important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What To Do If You Received the Email<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you received the \u201cTradeify Reward Is Ready to Claim\u201d email, treat it as suspicious and avoid interacting with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Interact With the Email<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click any links or buttons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reply to the message<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your Tradeify login details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect a crypto wallet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download attachments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay any reward release, verification, or processing fee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Verify Your Account Safely<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To check whether there is any real payout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open a new browser tab<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manually type the official Tradeify website address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Log in directly through the official site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check your actual dashboard from there<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not use the email\u2019s <strong>Claim Reward<\/strong> or <strong>Go to dashboard<\/strong> buttons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Report and Delete the Email<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After checking safely, you should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Report the message as phishing in your email provider<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forward it to Tradeify support only if you are a Tradeify customer and want to alert them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delete the email after reporting it<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What To Do If You Entered Your Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you entered your login details, personal data, payment information, or wallet details, act quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Secure Your Accounts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start by locking down the most important accounts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Change your Tradeify password immediately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change your email password if it was reused or similar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable two-factor authentication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Log out of all active sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove unknown devices or sessions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check for Unauthorized Changes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Review your Tradeify account for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Changed payout details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New withdrawal addresses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email address changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Password reset attempts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>API keys<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unknown payment methods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suspicious login activity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact Official Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact Tradeify support only through the official website. Do not reply to the suspicious email and do not use phone numbers, links, or support addresses from the message unless you have verified them independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Monitor Your Financial and Crypto Accounts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep watching for suspicious activity on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bank accounts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Credit cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crypto wallets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exchanges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email accounts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any account that reused the same password<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scan Your Device<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you downloaded anything from the fake page, scan your device with reputable security software. Remove suspicious browser extensions, files, or apps you do not recognize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watch for Follow-Up Scams<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Victims of phishing emails are often targeted again. Be especially careful with anyone claiming they can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recover stolen crypto<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unlock your reward<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reverse the transaction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Investigate the scam for a fee<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Represent Tradeify, a law firm, or a government agency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are often recovery scams designed to steal more money from people who were already targeted.<\/p>\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\">Final Verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>\u201cTradeify Reward Is Ready to Claim\u201d<\/strong> email is not legit. It is best treated as a phishing scam impersonating Tradeify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The sender domain does not match Tradeify, the email uses urgency and a high-value reward, and the message appears to come from infrastructure connected to an unrelated roofing software company. A real Tradeify payout should be verified only by logging in directly through the official Tradeify website, not by clicking a reward link from an email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not click the claim button. Do not enter login details. Do not connect a wallet. Delete and report the message.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A new email claiming that a Tradeify reward is ready to claim is being sent to users with the promise of a large payout. 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