Short on time?
Its just a matter of knowing where to look and trying out a few simple fixes.
In some cases, sneaky malware might be blocking Malwarebytes on purpose to keep your system vulnerable.
Step 2.
Run Malwarebytes as an Administrator
it’s possible for you to try running Malwarebytes with administrator privileges.
Heres how:
Step 3.
Heres how:
Step 4.
Try Safe Mode
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Heres how:
Step 6.
Try the Malwarebytes Support Tool
If all that still doesnt work, try downloading and using theMalwarebytes Support Tool.
Heres how to use this tool:
Step 7.
However, for this demonstration, Ill use Norton.
In all likelihood, you have by now resolved the issue of Malwarebytes not opening.
They can provide more advanced troubleshooting specific to your situation.
Why Is Malwarebytes Failing to Open on My PC?
Malwarebytes might not open for various reasons,ranging from software conflicts to issues with outdated or corrupted files.
it’s possible for you to start with simple troubleshooting steps likerestarting your computeror running Malwarebytes as an administrator.
If these dont work, you’re able to check for software conflicts or try Safe Mode.
For a more detailed explanation, check out my guide onhow to uninstall and reinstall Malwarebytes.
How do you open Malwarebytes?
If Malwarebytes isnt opening normally, try right-clicking the desktop icon and selectingRun as administrator.
This grants the software the necessary permissions to launch.
If that doesnt work, a system restart might clear up any background processes preventing it from opening.
Sometimes, malware or software conflicts can block Malwarebytes.
In such cases,booting your machine into Safe Mode can bypass these issues.
Can I uninstall and reinstall Malwarebytes?
Yes, you canuninstall and reinstall Malwarebytes to fix issues.
Doing this can clear up corrupted files or configurations that might be causing the software to malfunction.
First, uninstall Malwarebytes through the Windows Programs controls, then cycle your box before reinstalling.
For a more thorough clean-up, use theMalwarebytes Support Tool, which removes all app files and configurations.
After the cleanup, the tool gives you the option to reinstall.
