Detect and fix viruses, worms, spyware, and other malicious threats for free
Easy-to-use interface
Easy-to-use interface
Scanning your system is a snap.
Custom Scan options
Custom Scan options
Choose the extent of the scan - quick, full, or custom.
No compatibility issues
No compatibility issues
Stand-alone, browser-independent application eliminates compatibility issues.
Smart Scan
Smart Scan
The latest antivirus protection plus reduced download times.
Review and Restore
Review and Restore
Check and compare scan results and recover files.
Enhanced Detection and Cleanup
Enhanced Detection and Cleanup
Address sophisticated threats – even rootkits – on all your home network devices.
Free scanning for all the ways you connect
HouseCall for Home IoT Devices
The number of devices connected to your network is growing, and so are the opportunities for hackers to take over your network.
HouseCall for Home IoT Devices scans all of your home network devices for vulnerabilities and recommends how to eliminate them.
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Free scan for your Android device
Free scan for your Android device
HouseCall Mobile is a free app scanner within Trend Micro Mobile Security – Personal Edition. The free tool download also includes a 30-day trial of premium features available with Trend Micro Mobile Security.
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Getting Started
FAQs
System Requirements
Getting Started
1.Start your scan. Please note that HouseCall requires a small download before it can scan your computer.
2.You can choose to save a copy of the launcher (HousecallLauncher.exe) and use it to quickly start your antivirus software scan. Remember to visit this page occasionally to get the latest copy of the launcher.
3.It is recommended that first-time users select the Quick Scan option, which is available in addition to the Full Scan or Folder Scan options.
4.Enabling the Smart Feedback setting helps increase the strength of the Smart Protection Network by sharing malware and threat data as part of our global neighborhood watch program. No personally identifiable information is gathered as part of participation.
FAQs
What types of scans can I perform with HouseCall?
What is meant by "active malware"? Does the malware have to be actively engaged in malicious activity at the time of the scan to be detected?
HouseCall now supports fileless malware detection. What is "fileless malware"?
Why does Trend Micro continue to provide HouseCall as a free service?
I hear that HouseCall 8.0 downloads an application launcher. What is this launcher?
How large is the launcher and what is its function?
Does HouseCall expire?
I placed some files with known malware in a folder and started scanning. Why was HouseCall unable to detect some of the threats?
What change has resulted in the reduced average scan time of less than 15 minutes?
What types of threats can HouseCall 8.0 detect? Can it detect Web threats?
Does HouseCall 8.0 replace real-time Internet security solutions?
Which languages will the HouseCall 8.0 version support?
System Requirements
Hardware At least 300MHz IntelTM PentiumTM processor or equivalent
At least 256MB memory
At least 200MB available disk space
Operating System WindowsTM XP (32-bit) Home or Professional with SP2 or SP3
Windows VistaTM(32-bit, 64-bit) Ultimate, Business, Home Premium, or Home Basic with SP1 or SP2
Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit) Home Premium, Professional, or Ultimate
Windows 8 and 8.1 (32-bit, 64-bit)
Windows 10 (32-bit, 64-bit)
Display At least high-color (16-bit) and a minimum resolution of 1024x768 pixels
HouseCall 8.0 is browser independent