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User Guide
for PCs
SecureAnywhere AntiVirus
SecureAnywhere Internet Security Plus
SecureAnywhere Complete
Endpoint Protection
Copyright
Webroot SecureAnywhere User Guide for PCs
July, 2013
© 2013 Webroot Software, Inc. All rights reserved. Webroot is a registered trademark and SecureAnywhere is
a trademark of Webroot Software, Inc. All other product and company names mentioned may be trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Table of Contents
Getting Started
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Installing SecureAnywhere on a PC
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Creating a Webroot account
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Using the SecureAnywhere interface
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Using the system tray
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Viewing protection status
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Scanning for Malware
Running scans
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Viewing the latest scan results
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Running a scan immediately
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Managing detected threats
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Changing the scan schedule
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Changing the scan settings
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Shielding Your PC
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Managing shields
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Changing Realtime shield settings
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Changing Behavior shield settings
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Changing Core System shield settings
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Changing Web Threat shield settings
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Using Web Threat protection
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Surfing websites
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Using search engines
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Using Firewall Protection
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Managing the firewall
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Changing firewall alert settings
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Managing network applications
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Managing Quarantine
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Managing quarantined items
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Managing file detection
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Using antimalware tools
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Managing Identity Protection
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Changing Identity Protection settings
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Managing protected applications
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Managing protected websites
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Managing Passwords
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Using password management
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Downloading the passwords component
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Managing Backup & Sync
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Using Backup & Sync
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Downloading the Backup & Sync component
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Synchronizing files
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Changing sync settings
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Adding sync folders
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Synchronizing folders with other computers
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Removing a folder from synchronization
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Backing up files
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Changing backup settings
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Changing backup filters
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Changing the backup schedule
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Checking file status
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Using the System Cleaner
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Running a system cleanup
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Running a scheduled cleanup
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Changing Windows Desktop settings
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Changing Windows system settings
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Changing Application settings
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Changing Internet Explorer settings
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Using Secure File Removal
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Viewing the cleanup log
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Using Advanced Tools
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Controlling active processes
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Using the SafeStart sandbox
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Saving a scan log
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Using the System Analyzer
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Viewing the execution history
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Viewing the protection statistics
146
Managing Your Account
149
Viewing your account details
150
Activating a new keycode
151
Renewing your subscription
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Checking for updates
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Setting Preferences
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Setting general preferences
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Setting basic configuration
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Setting access control
166
Defining proxy server settings
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Adjusting heuristics
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Exporting and importing settings
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Setting self protection
180
Accessing Support and Resources
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Accessing Technical Support options
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Accessing additional publications
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Saving a threat log for analysis
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Submitting a file to Webroot for analysis
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Glossary
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Index
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Getting Started
Webroot® SecureAnywhere™ delivers complete protection against viruses, spyware, and other online threats
without slowing down PC performance or disrupting your normal activities. With its fast scans and threat
removal, you can rest assured that malware is eliminated quickly and easily. SecureAnywhere gives you the
freedom to surf, share, shop, and bank online — all with the confidence that your PC and your identity will be
kept safe.
Note: This guide describes the features of all SecureAnywhere editions: AntiVirus, Internet Security
Plus, Complete, or Endpoint. Your edition may not include some of the features described in this guide.
To get started with SecureAnywhere, see the following topics:
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SecureAnywhere is available in several editions, described in the table below. If you aren't certain which
edition you purchased, look at the email from Webroot (if you purchased SecureAnywhere online) or the
product packaging (if you purchased SecureAnywhere from a store).
SecureAnywhere editions
AntiVirus
Internet Security
Plus
Complete
Endpoint
Provides protection from viruses, spyware, and phishing. Also
includes a firewall and features for safe web searching.
This edition is available with:
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Licenses for 1 or 3 devices (PC or Mac)
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Subscriptions for 1 or 2 years
Provides all the features of the AntiVirus edition, plus a
password management feature and protection for mobile devices.
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Licenses for 3 or 5 devices (PC, Mac, or mobile)
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Subscriptions for 1 or 2 years
Provides all the features of the Internet Security Plus edition,
along with a system cleaner that removes traces of Internet
activity and a feature for backing up and synchronizing your
data.
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Licenses for 5 devices (PC, Mac, or mobile)
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Subscriptions for 1, 2, or 3 years
Provides all the features of the AntiVirus edition, plus the
system cleaner. (This product is available only with the Endpoint
Protection business version of SecureAnywhere.)
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You can install SecureAnywhere on a device with one of the following operating systems:
SecureAnywhere system requirements
PCs
Compatible with the following operating systems:
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Windows® 8 32-bit and 64-bit
Windows 7 32-bit and 64-bit (all Editions), Windows 7
SP1 32-bit and 64-bit (all Editions)
Windows XP 32-bit and 64-bit SP2, SP3
Windows Vista ® 32-bit (all Editions), Windows Vista
SP1, SP2 32-bit and 64-bit (all Editions)
Minimum system requirements:
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Intel®Pentium®/Celeron® family, or AMD®
K6/Athlon™/Duron™ family, or other compatible
processor
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128 MB RAM (minimum)
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10 MB Hard Disk Space
Internet access with one of the following browsers:
Macs
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Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 7.0 and higher
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Mozilla® Firefox® 3.6 and higher
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Google Chrome™ 10.0 or higher
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Mac OS® X v.10.7 "Lion"
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Mac OS X v. 10.8 " Mountain Lion"
For more information on Mac requirements and how to install
SecureAnywhere on a Mac, see the Webroot SecureAnywhere
User Guide for Mac OS X. You will also need a separate
installer file for Mac. Go to your Mac and download the file
from: http://anywhere.webrootcloudav.com/zerol/wsamac.dmg
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SecureAnywhere system requirements
Mobile
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Android™ devices with operating system version 2.2 or
higher
Apple® devices with iOS version 4.2 or later (compatible
with iPhone®, iPod touch®, and iPad® mobile digital
devices)
Mobile apps are available with the purchase of Internet Security
Plus or Complete editions. You can also purchase them
separately. To download and install mobile apps, see the
download instructions.
To install SecureAnywhere on a PC:
1. Before you begin:
a. Read the license agreement at: http://detail.webrootanywhere.com/eula.asp.
b. Close all programs that may be open on your computer.
c. Make sure you have the keycode, which is a 20-character license that identifies your Webroot
account. Your keycode comes in an email message or is listed inside the retail box. If you
purchased a multi-user license, you can use the same keycode to install the software on up to
three or five devices.
Note: The keycode is associated only with SecureAnywhere and does not include any information
related to your computer or its configuration. Webroot does not use the keycode in any way to
track individual use of its products.
2. Start the installation routine either from a CD or from a downloaded file:
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where you can click a link to begin. If the installation dialog does not open, use Windows
Explorer to navigate to your CD drive and double-click the software’s installation file.
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If you are installing from a downloaded file, navigate to where you downloaded the file in
Windows Explorer and double-click the file to start the installation. Click Run to begin.
3. When the Webroot installer dialog opens, enter your keycode in the field. (If your keycode came in an
email, you can cut and paste the code into this field.)
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4. If desired, you can click the Installation Options link at the bottom right to modify these settings:
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Change the installation location. In this field, you can enter a different folder for the
SecureAnywhere installation files.
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Create a shortcut to SecureAnywhere on the desktop. Click this checkbox to place a
shortcut icon on your Windows Desktop for Webroot SecureAnywhere.
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Randomize the installed filename to bypass certain infections. Click this checkbox to
change the Webroot installation filename to a random name (for example,
“QrXC251G.exe”), which prevents malware from detecting and blocking Webroot’s
installation file.
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Protect the SecureAnywhere files, processes, and memory from modification. Click
this checkbox to enable self protection and the CAPTCHA prompts. (CAPTCHA requires
that you read distorted text on the screen and enter the text in a field before performing any
critical actions.) For more information, see "Setting self protection" on page 180 and
"Setting access control" on page 166.
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Change Language. To change the language displayed in SecureAnywhere, click the
Change Language button and select from the supported languages. (You can only change
the displayed language during installation, not after.)
The Installation Options dialog is similar to the following example.
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Click Close when you're done.
5. At the main Installation dialog, click Agree and Install to begin installation.
6. If you are prompted to enter an email address, enter your address and click Continue.
SecureAnywhere begins scanning and configuring the application. If your system is clean,
SecureAnywhere displays a status screen similar to the following example.
Note: If SecureAnywhere detects threats during the scan, it moves the items to quarantine where they
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are rendered inoperable and can no longer harm your system or steal data. For more information, see
"Managing quarantined items" on page 54.
7. If you want to exit from SecureAnywhere, click Continue. If you want to view the main interface,
select Click here to view your Dashboard now (see also "Using the SecureAnywhere interface" on
page 12).
You do not need to do anything further, unless you want to adjust settings. After the initial scan,
SecureAnywhere automatically scans your computer daily and constantly monitors activity as you surf
the Internet. You do not need to launch a scan yourself or schedule scans. SecureAnywhere does all the
work for you in the background.
To verify that SecureAnywhere is running, look for the Webroot icon in your system tray.
If an important message requires your attention, the icon turns yellow or red. A dialog opens with further
details.
8. If you purchased a multi-user license, you can install SecureAnywhere on other devices.
Note: If you want to uninstall the program later, go to the Windows Start menu (click Start in the
system tray), point to All Programs, then Webroot SecureAnywhere, then Tools, then Uninstall
Webroot. At the prompt, click Yes to continue.
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By creating a Webroot account, you can view and manage the security status of your PC from any device with
an Internet connection. This status information is available at the SecureAnywhere website
(my.webrootanywhere.com). From here, you can manage security across multiple devices from a single
location, making it easier to determine if all your devices are protected or if any need attention. For more
information, see the SecureAnywhere Management Website User Guide.
Before you begin, do the following:
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Have available the license keycode you used to install SecureAnywhere.
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Make sure you are using one of the following browsers:
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Internet Explorer, versions 8 and 9
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Firefox, versions 3.6 and higher
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Chrome or Safari, all versions
To create an account:
1. Open your browser and go to my.webrootanywhere.com.
2. Click Sign up now.
3. Enter your information in the Create an account panel, as described in the following table.
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Create an account
Webroot Product
Keycode
Enter the license keycode you received when you purchased the product.
Email address
Enter your email address, which will also be used for your login name.
Your account activation confirmation will be sent to this address.
Password
Enter a minimum of 9 characters. Your password must contain at least 6
alphabetic characters and 3 numeric characters. Your password can be
longer than the required 9 characters. It can include special characters,
except for angle brackets: < and >. Your password is case sensitive.
As you type, the Strength meter shows how secure your password is. For
optimum security, you should make your password as strong as possible.
Your Personal
Security Code
Enter a word or number, which will be used for an extra security step
after you enter the password during login. Choose a code that is easy to
remember, using a minimum of 6 characters. Every time you log in, you
must also enter two random characters of this code. For example, if your
code is 123456 and it prompts you for the fourth and sixth character, you
would enter 4 and 6. Your Personal Security Code is case sensitive.
Security Question
Choose a question from the drop-down list. If you later forget the details
of your login, you need to provide the answer to this question to retrieve
the information.
Security Answer
Type an answer to your security question. The Security Answer is casesensitive.
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4. After you enter account details, click Register Now.
SecureAnywhere displays a confirmation message and sends an email to the address you specified. This
may take a few minutes.
Note: If your SecureAnywhere edition includes the Backup & Sync feature, another field appears that
prompts you to select a storage region. Select the region closest to you (U.S., Europe, or Japan), then
click Register Now again.
5. From your email system, open the confirmation email from Webroot and click the link. Your account
will not be created until you click this link.
6. When SecureAnywhere prompts you to enter two characters from the Personal Security Code, type the
requested characters and click Confirm Registration Now. For example, if your code is 123456 and it
prompts you for the fourth and sixth characters, you would enter 4 and 6.
The SecureAnywhere website opens, similar to the following example. The options that appear depend
on which SecureAnywhere editions you purchased (AntiVirus, Internet Security Plus, or Complete).
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Note: When you install SecureAnywhere on multiple computers using the same multi-license keycode,
their status information automatically displays in this website. For example, if you installed
SecureAnywhere on five PCs, the PC Security panel displays "5 PCs Protected."
7. Click Go to PC Security to access status information for your computer.
8. For more information about using the website to manage your devices, see the SecureAnywhere
Management Website User Guide.
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The SecureAnywhere interface provides access to all functions and settings. To open the main interface, you
can:
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Double-click the Webroot shortcut icon on your desktop:
Right-click on the Webroot icon
editions, click Open.)
from the system tray menu, then click View Status. (For Endpoint
If you cannot locate the system tray icon, open the Windows Start menu, click All Programs (or
Programs), Webroot SecureAnywhere, then Webroot SecureAnywhere again.
When you open the main interface, it displays the Overview panel.
Along the top of the panel, the main interface includes navigation tabs. The tabs that appear depend on the
SecureAnywhere edition you purchased.
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Main Interface tabs
Overview
View your system status and manually scan your computer.
PC Security
Run custom scans, change shield settings, and manage the quarantine.
Identity & Privacy
Protect sensitive data that may be exposed during your online
transactions and automatically fill in user names and passwords. Note: Passwords may not be available in your edition.
Backup & Sync
Protect your files by uploading them to Webroot's online repository.
Note: Backup & Sync may not be available in your edition.
System Tools
Use tools to manage processes and files, view reports, and submit a file
to Webroot Support.
Note: The System Cleaner may not be available in your edition.
My Account
View your SecureAnywhere account information, check for updates, and
renew or upgrade your subscription.
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The Webroot icon in the system tray provides quick access to some common SecureAnywhere tasks. By rightclicking on the Webroot icon, you can view the system tray menu. (This menu displays different selections,
depending on the SecureAnywhere edition you purchased.)
Note: If the icon does not appear in the system tray, open the main interface, go to Settings, Basic
Configuration, and click in the box for Show a system tray icon. See "Setting general preferences" on
page 156.
If a threat is detected, SecureAnywhere may also open an alert in the system tray. SecureAnywhere takes the
appropriate action to quarantine the items. It may also prompt you to take action yourself (see "Running scans "
on page 18 and "Managing quarantined items" on page 54).
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To show your computer's overall protection status, the system tray icon and the main interface change colors,
as follows:
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Green. Your computer is secure.
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Yellow. One or more messages require your attention.
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Red. One or more critical items require your intervention.
To view details about the current status and settings, open the main interface by right-clicking on the Webroot
icon
from the system tray menu, then click View Status. (For Endpoint editions, click Open.)
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When SecureAnywhere scans your computer, it searches for spyware, viruses, and any other threats that may
infect your computer or compromise your privacy. If it detects a known threat, it moves the item to quarantine,
where it is rendered inoperable and can no longer run on your computer. Scans run daily without disrupting your
work.
To learn more about scanning your PC for malware, see the following topics:
Running scans
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Running scans
Scans run automatically every day, at about the same time you installed SecureAnywhere. For example, if you
installed SecureAnywhere at 8 p.m., it always launches a scan around 8 p.m. It will not disrupt your work, nor
will it launch while you play games or watch a movie.
During scans, SecureAnywhere searches all areas where potential threats can hide, including drives, files, and
system memory. It looks for items that match our threat definitions, match descriptions in our community
database, or exhibit suspicious behavior. If SecureAnywhere detects a threat, it moves the item to quarantine
where it is rendered inoperable. In quarantine, it can no longer harm your system or steal personal data.
If SecureAnywhere detects a potential threat, it opens an alert that prompts you to make a decision on whether
you want to allow or block the item. If you aren't sure, we recommend that you block the item. For more
information, see "Managing detected threats" on page 21.
See the instructions below for viewing the latest scan results and for running a scan immediately.
Note: You can also run a scan from a remote location. For more information, see the SecureAnywhere
1. Open SecureAnywhere (see "Using the SecureAnywhere interface" on page 12).
2. Click the PC Security tab. Make sure Scan is selected on the left.
The Scan panel shows the statistics of the last scan results.
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Although scans run automatically, you can launch a scan at any time. An immediate scan might be necessary if
you surfed a high-risk website (networking, music, or adult entertainment), downloaded high-risk items (screen
savers, music, or games), or accidentally clicked on a suspicious pop-up advertisement. You can run a scan in
one of two ways: from the system tray or from the main window.
To use the system tray:
1. From the system tray, right-click on the Webroot icon
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2. In the pop-up menu, click Scan Now.
To use the main window:
2. In either the Overview tab or the Scan tab, click Scan My Computer.
If SecureAnywhere locates threats, it opens a window that guides you through the quarantine process. Items
moved to quarantine are rendered inoperable. You do not need to delete them or do anything else. See
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In most cases, SecureAnywhere automatically detects threats and quarantines the items for you. However, if it
detects a potential threat or an item it does not recognize, it prompts you to manage the item. A screen similar
to the following example may appear:
To manage threats:
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If you recognize the filename, deselect the Remove checkbox next to the item name (click in the box so
the checkmark is removed). Do not restore the file unless you are absolutely sure that it is legitimate.
If you DO NOT recognize the filename, keep the item selected (do not click inside the box to remove
the checkbox).
SecureAnywhere moves the threat to quarantine, where it is rendered inoperable. You do not need to
delete it or do anything else.
After SecureAnywhere moves the threat to quarantine, it launches another scan to make sure your system is
clean. See "Managing quarantined items" on page 54.
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SecureAnywhere launches scans automatically every day, at about the same time you installed the software.
You can change the scan schedule to run at different times, change the scanning behavior, or turn off automatic
scanning.
To modify scheduled scanning:
2. In the upper right corner, click Settings.
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3. In the Settings panel, click Advanced Settings.
4. Select Scan Schedule from the left.
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5. In the Scan Schedule panel, you can:
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Disable automatic scanning by clicking the checkbox next to Enable Scheduled Scans so
that the checkmark is removed. Then click Save All.
Change the scanning intervals by entering new values in the Scan Frequency and Time
fields. If you modify the time, the scan will launch when computer resources are available,
generally within an hour of the time you select. Then click Save All.
Change the scanning behavior by selecting or deselecting the checkboxes. When you're
done, click Save All.
See the following table for a description of options.
Scan Schedule options
Scan on bootup if the
computer is off at the
scheduled time
Launches a scheduled scan within an hour after you turn on your
computer. If this option is disabled, SecureAnywhere ignores missed
scans.
Hide the scan progress Runs scans silently in the background. If this option is disabled, a
window during
window opens and shows the scan progress.
scheduled scans
Only notify me if an
infection is found
during a scheduled
scan
Opens an alert only if it finds a threat. If this option is disabled, a small
status window opens when the scan completes, whether a threat was
found or not.
Do not perform
scheduled scans when
on battery power
Helps conserve battery power. If you want SecureAnywhere to launch
scheduled scans when you are on battery power, deselect this option.
Do not perform
scheduled scans when
a full screen
application or game is
open
Ignores scheduled scans when you are viewing a full-screen application
(such as a movie) or a game. Deselect this option if you want scheduled
scans to run anyway.
Randomize the time of
scheduled scans up to
one hour for distributed
scanning
Determines the best time for scanning (based on available system
resources) and runs the scan within an hour of the scheduled time. If you
want to force the scan to run at the exact time scheduled, deselect this
option.
Perform a scheduled
Quick Scan instead of
a Deep Scan
Runs a quick scan of memory. We recommend that you keep this option
deselected, so that deep scans run for all types of malware in all
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Scan settings provide advanced users with a little more control over scanning performance.
To change the scan settings:
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4. Select Scan Settings from the left.
5. If you want to change a setting, select its checkbox to disable it (uncheck the box) or activate it (check
the box). When you’re done, click Save All.
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The following table describes the scan settings.
Scan Setting options
Enable Realtime
Master Boot Record
(MBR) Scanning
Protects your computer against master boot record (MBR) infections. An
MBR infection can modify core areas of the system so that they load
before the operating system and can infect the computer. We recommend
that you keep this option selected. It adds only a small amount of time to
the scan.
Enable Enhanced
Rootkit Detection
Checks for rootkits and other malicious software hidden on your disk or
in protected areas. Spyware developers often use rootkits to avoid
detection and removal. We recommend that you keep this option
selected. It adds only a small amount of time to the scan.
Enable “right-click”
scanning in Windows
Explorer
Enables an option for running a full, file-by-file scan of the currently
selected file or folder in the Windows Explorer right-click menu. This
option is helpful if you downloaded a file and want to quickly scan it.
Update the currently
scanned folder
immediately as
scanned
Displays a full list of files as SecureAnywhere scans each one. If you
want to increase scan performance slightly, deselect this option so that
file names only update once per second on the panel. SecureAnywhere
will still scan all files, just not take the time to show each one on the
screen.
Favor low memory
usage over fast
scanning
Reduces CPU usage during scans, but scans will also run a bit slower.
Deselect this option to run faster scans.
Save non-executable
Saves all file data to the scan log, resulting in a much larger log file.
file details to scan logs Keep this option deselected to save only executable file details to the log.
Show the
Opens a small dialog whenever you run a program for the first time.
“Authenticating Files” Keep this option deselected if you do not want to see this dialog.
pop-up when a new
file is scanned onexecution
Scan archived files
Scans compressed files in zip, rar, cab, and 7-zip archives.
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Shields monitor functions related to web browsing and system activity. If a suspicious item tries downloading or
running on your computer, the shields automatically block and quarantine the item. For some types of shields,
an alert asks if you want to continue the download or block it.
To manage shielding activities, see the following topics:
Managing shields
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Surfing websites
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Managing shields
Shields constantly monitor activity while you surf the Internet and work on your computer. The shields protect
your computer from malware and viruses, as well as settings for your browser and the Windows system.
SecureAnywhere includes these types of shields:
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Realtime shield. Controls how threats are blocked and quarantined on your computer.
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Behavior shield. Blocks applications and processes that exhibit suspicious behavior.
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Core System shield. Monitors the computer system structures and makes sure malware has not
tampered with them.
Web Threat shield. Protects your system as you surf the Internet and blocks suspicious files that try to
download.
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USB shield. Monitors an installed USB flash drive for threats and blocks any threats that it finds.
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Offline shield. Protects your system from threats while your computer is not connected to the Internet.
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Zero Day shield. Monitors your system for previously unknown vulnerabilities (in which the attack has
been known for "zero days").
Shields run in the background without disrupting your work. If a shield detects an item that it classifies as a
potential threat or does not recognize, it opens an alert. The alert asks if you want to allow the item to run or if
you want to block it. If you recognize the file name and you are purposely downloading it (for example, you
were in the process of downloading a new toolbar for your browser), click Allow to continue. If you were not
trying to download anything, you should click Block. As you surf Internet sites, you could be targeted for a
drive-by download, where an unwanted program launches and silently installs on your computer as you view
pages.
The shields are preconfigured, based on our recommended settings. You do not need to configure any settings
yourself unless you are an advanced user and would like to modify shield behavior.
To view shield status or to disable shields:
2. Click the PC Security tab.
3. Click Shields on the left.
The Shields panel opens. A green button next to the shield name indicates the shield is on. We
recommend that you keep all shields enabled; however, you can disable a shield by clicking the green
button, as indicated in the following example.
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The Realtime shield blocks known threats that are listed in Webroot’s threat definitions and in our community
database. If the shield detects a suspicious file, it opens an alert and prompts you to block or allow the item. If
it detects a known threat, it immediately blocks and quarantines the item before it causes damage to your
computer or steals your information.
Webroot already configured this shield with our recommended settings, but you can adjust the settings if you
want.
To change Realtime shield settings:
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4. Click Realtime Shield on the left.
5. If you want to change a setting (see the following table), select its checkbox to disable it (uncheck the
box) or activate it (check the box). When you’re done, click Save All.
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Note: We recommend that you keep Webroot’s default settings. If you make changes and decide you
want to return to the recommended settings, click the Reset to Defaults button.
The following table describes the shield options.
Realtime shield settings
Enable Predictive
Offline Protection
from the central
SecureAnywhere
database
Downloads a small threat definition file to your computer, which protects
your computer even when it’s offline. We recommend that you keep this
option selected.
Remember actions on
blocked files
Remembers how you responded in an alert (allowed a file or blocked it).
It won’t prompt you again when it encounters the same file. If this option
is deselected, SecureAnywhere opens an alert every time it encounters
the file in the future. (If you blocked a file and want it restored, you can
retrieve it from quarantine.)
Automatically
quarantine previously
blocked files
Opens an alert when it encounters a threat. It gives you the option of
blocking it and sending it to quarantine. If this option is deselected, you
must run a scan manually to remove a threat.
Automatically block
Automatically blocks threats and sends them to quarantine. If this option
files when detected on is deselected, you must respond to alerts about detected threats.
execution
Scan files when
written or modified
Scans any new or modified files that you save to disk. If this option is
deselected, it ignores new file installations (however, it will still alert
you if a threat tries to launch).
Block threats
automatically if no
user is logged in
Stops threats from executing even when you are logged off. Threats are
sent to quarantine without notification.
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The Behavior shield analyzes the applications and processes running on your computer. If it detects a
suspicious file, it opens an alert and prompts you to block or allow the item. If it detects a known threat, it
immediately blocks and quarantines the item before it causes damage to your computer or steals your
information.
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To change Behavior shield settings:
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4. Click Behavior Shield on the left.
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Behavior shield settings
Assess the intent of
new programs before
allowing them to
execute
Watches the program’s activity before allowing it to execute. If it
appears okay, SecureAnywhere allows it to launch and continues to
monitor its activity.
Enable advanced
Employs a thorough analysis of a program to examine its intent. (For
behavior interpretation example, a malware program might perform suspicious activities like
to identify complex
modifying a registry entry, then sending an email.)
threats
Track the behavior of Watches programs that have not yet been classified as legitimate or as
untrusted programs for malware.
advanced threat
removal
Automatically perform Does not prompt you to allow or block a potential threat.
the recommended
SecureAnywhere will determine how to manage the item.
action instead of
showing warning
messages
Warn if untrusted
Opens an alert if an unclassified program attempts to make changes to
programs attempt low- your system when you are offline. (SecureAnywhere cannot check its
level system
online threat database if you are disconnected from the Internet.)
modifications when
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The Core System shield monitors the computer system structures and makes sure malware has not tampered
with them. If it detects a suspicious file trying to make changes, it opens an alert and prompts you to block or
allow the item. If it detects a known threat, it immediately blocks and quarantines the item before it causes
damage to your computer or steals your information.
want.
To change Core System shield settings:
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Core System shield settings
Assess system
modifications before
they are allowed to
take place
Intercepts any activity that attempts to make system changes, such as a
new service installation.
Detect and repair
broken system
components
Locates corrupted components, such as a broken Layered Service
Provider (LSP) chain or a virus-infected file, then restores the component
or file to its original state.
Prevent untrusted
programs from
modifying kernel
memory
Stops unclassified programs from changing the kernel memory. The
kernel is the central component of most computer operating systems. It
acts as a bridge between applications and data processing done at the
hardware level.
Prevent untrusted
programs from
modifying system
processes
Stops unclassified programs from changing the system processes.
Verify the integrity of Monitors the Layered Service Provider (LSP) chain and other system
the LSP chain and
structures to make sure malware does not corrupt them.
other system structures
Prevent any program
from modifying the
HOSTS file
Stops spyware from attempting to add or change the IP address for a
website in the hosts file. It opens an alert where you can block or allow
the changes. The hosts file is a Windows file that helps direct your
computer to a website using Internet Protocol (IP) addresses.
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The Web Threat shield protects your system as you surf the Internet. If it detects a website that may be a
threat, it opens an alert that allows you to decide whether you want to block the site or continue despite the
warning. When you use a search engine, this shield analyzes all the links on the search results page and then
displays an image next to each link that signifies whether it’s a trusted site or a potential risk (see "Using Web
Threat protection" on page 44).
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To change Web Threat shield settings:
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4. Click Web Threat Shield on the left.
5. If you want to create a list of websites to always block or always allow, click View Websites. In the
dialog, enter a website name in the field (in the form of www.sitename.com) and click Add Website. In
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the table, select whether you want to allow this website (click the Allow radio button) or you want to
block it (click the Block radio button). When you’re done, click Close.
Web Threat shield settings
Analyze search engine
results and identify
malicious websites
before visitation
When you use a search engine, SecureAnywhere analyzes all links
displayed on the search results page by running the URLs through its
malware-identification engine. It then displays an image next to each link
that signifies if the site is safe (green checkmark) or a potential risk (red
X).
Enable deep content
analysis
Analyzes all data traffic on your computer as you visit websites. If
threats try to install, it blocks their activity.
Look for malware on
websites before
visitation
When you enter the URL for a website in your browser’s address bar or
click on a link to a site, SecureAnywhere runs the URL through its
malware-identification engine. If the site is associated with malware, it
blocks it from loading in your browser.
Look for exploits in
Looks for cross-site scripting attacks that may try to redirect you to a
website content before different website.
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To detect websites associated with potential threats, the Web Threat shield analyzes URLs (web addresses) as
follows:
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When you enter the URL for a website or click a link to a site, SecureAnywhere runs the URL through
its malware-identification engine. If the site is associated with malware, the Web Threat shield blocks
the site from loading in your browser.
When you use a search engine, SecureAnywhere analyzes all links displayed on the search results page
by running the URLs through its malware-identification engine. It then displays an image next to each
link that signifies its risk level.
Surfing websites
If you attempt to access a website that is associated with a known threat, phishing attempts, or exhibited some
questionable behavior, the Web Threat shield displays an alert before the website loads.
We recommend that you click Close to navigate away from this page. However, if you still want to access the
site despite the warning, click Allow. The website is then added to the "allowed" filter and will load the page
directly the next time. If you want to change the website filter, see "Changing Web Threat shield settings" on
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When you use a search engine, the Web Threat shield displays a rating next to the link for each search result.
A green checkmark next to the link indicates the site is safe to access:
A red X displays next to the link if the site is known for spreading malware:
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You can use the Webroot firewall to monitor data traffic and block potential threats. The Webroot firewall,
when used with the your computer’s built-in Windows firewall, provides thorough protection for your computer
system and your security. To adjust firewall protection, see the following topics:
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The SecureAnywhere firewall monitors data traffic traveling out of your computer ports. It looks for untrusted
processes that try to connect to the Internet and steal your personal information. It works with the Windows
firewall, which monitors data traffic coming into your computer. With both the SecureAnywhere and Windows
firewall turned on, your data has complete inbound and outbound protection.
You should not turn off either the Windows firewall or the SecureAnywhere firewall. If they are disabled, your
system is open to many types of threats whenever you connect to the Internet or to a network. These firewalls
can block malware, hacking attempts, and other online threats before they can cause damage to your system or
compromise your security.
The SecureAnywhere firewall is preconfigured to filter traffic on your computer. It works in the background
without disrupting your normal activities. If the firewall detects any unrecognized traffic, it opens an alert
where you can block the traffic or allow it to proceed.
To view firewall status or to disable the firewall:
2. Click the PC Security tab, then click Firewall on the left.
The Firewall panel opens. The green button indicates the shield is on. We recommend that you keep the
firewall enabled; however, you can disable it by clicking the green button.
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You can adjust how the firewall manages processes and whether it should open an alert when it does not
recognize a process.
To change firewall alert settings:
3. Click Firewall on the left.
4. Click a radio button to select an alerting method.
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To protect your computer from hackers and other threats, the firewall monitors processes that attempt to access
the Internet. It also monitors the ports used for communicating with the Internet. You have control over whether
SecureAnywhere will allow or block certain processes and port communications.
To change settings for active connections:
3. Click Firewall on the left.
4. At the bottom of the panel, click View Network Applications.
The Network Applications panel opens.
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The Webroot quarantine is a holding area for potential threats found during scan and shielding activities. Items
in quarantine are rendered inoperable and cannot harm your computer. You do not need to delete them, unless
you want to conserve disk space. You can also restore items from quarantine, if necessary.
To manage file detection and perform some advanced quarantining functions, see the following topics:
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Once items are moved to quarantine, they are disabled and cannot harm your computer. However, you may
want to delete or restore quarantined items in the following circumstances:
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If you want to conserve disk space, you can delete the items permanently.
If you discover that a program is not working correctly without the quarantined item, you can restore it.
In rare cases, a piece of spyware is an integral part of a legitimate program and is required to run that
program.
To view and manage items in quarantine:
3. Click Quarantine on the left, then click View Quarantine.
The Quarantine panel opens.
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4. If you want to delete or restore the item, click in its checkbox to select it. You can then do either of the
following:
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you can never restore the item.
If you want to move the item back to its original location, click Restore. When an item is
restored, SecureAnywhere will no longer detect it during scans. If you want the item to be
detected again in the future, you can change its detection rules.
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If you want more control over scans and shielding behavior, you can use Detection Configuration to specify one
of the following actions:
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Block. Stop a file from executing or being written to your computer.
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Monitor. Watch the program to determine if it is legitimate or related to malware.
Detection configuration acts as an override to SecureAnywhere’s default scanning and shielding behavior.
To manage file detection:
3. Click Quarantine on the left, then click Configure under Detection Configuration.
The Detection Configuration panel opens.
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4. You can add executable files to this list. (Executable files typically have an extension of exe, dll, sys,
drv, or com.) To add files, click the Add File button. You can also drag and drop a file from Explorer.
The file name appears in the Threat column. (If SecureAnywhere detected other copies of this file with
different file names, it only shows the file name that it last detected.)
5. In the right column, select the radio button for either Allow, Block, or Monitor. If you want to clear the
list, click the Remove all button.
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SecureAnywhere provides tools for manually removing threats and for performing actions associated with
threat removal. You should only use these tools if you are an advanced user. These tools allow you to:
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Target a file for scanning and removal, while also removing its associate registry links (if any).
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Reset your wallpaper, screensavers, and system policies.
To access and use these tools:
3. Click Quarantine on the left, then click View Tools.
The Antimalware Tools panel opens.
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Antimalware tools
Reset desktop
wallpaper
If your computer was recently infected with malware that changed your
wallpaper, click the checkbox and click Run Tools.
Reset screensaver
screensaver, click the checkbox and click Run Tools.
Reset system policies
system policies, click the checkbox and click Run Tools.
Reboot in Safe Mode
If Webroot Support instructs you to reboot your computer in Safe Mode,
click the checkbox and click Run Tools.
Perform an immediate
system reboot
To reboot your system after threat removal, click the checkbox and click
Run Tools.
Manual Threat
Removal
To scan a specific file for threats, click Select a file. In the Windows
Explorer dialog, select a file and click Save. SecureAnywhere launches
a scan. When it’s complete, reboot your system.
Removal Script
After Webroot Support sends you a removal script, save it to your
computer. Click Select Script... to launch the tool.
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You can use the Identity shield to safely surf the Internet and enter sensitive data in applications. The Identity
shield watches for any suspicious activity that may indicate an outside program is attempting to steal
information from your computer.
To configure advanced Identity shield protection, see the following topics:
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The Identity shield protects you from identity theft and financial loss. It ensures that your sensitive data is
protected, while safe-guarding you from keyloggers, screen-grabbers, and other information-stealing
techniques.
The Identity shield supports the following browsers:
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Internet Explorer 7.0 and higher (32-bit only)
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Mozilla Firefox 3.6 and higher (32-bit only)
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Google Chrome 10 and higher
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Opera 9 and higher (32-bit only)
To view the Identity shield status or to disable the Identity shield:
2. Click the Identity & Privacy tab.
3. Click Identity Shield on the left.
The Identity Shield panel opens. The green button indicates the shield is on. We recommend that you
keep the Identity Shield enabled; however, you can disable it by clicking the green button.
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The Identity shield protects sensitive data that may be exposed during your online transactions. Webroot has
already configured the Identity shield for you. However, you can change the behavior of the Identity shield and
control what it blocks.
To change Identity shield settings:
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Look for identity
threats online
Analyzes websites as you browse the Internet or open links. If the shield
detects any malicious content, it blocks the site and opens an alert.
Analyze websites for
phishing threats
Analyzes websites for phishing threats as you browse the Internet or
open links. If the shield detects a phishing threat, it blocks the site and
opens an alert. Phishing is a fraudulent method used by criminals to steal
personal information. Typical scams might include websites designed to
resemble legitimate sites, such as PayPal or a banking organization,
which trick you into entering your credit card number.
Verify websites when
visited to determine
legitimacy
Analyzes the IP address of each website to determine if it has been
redirected or is on our blacklist. If the shield detects an illegitimate
website, it blocks the site and opens an alert.
Verify the DNS/IP
resolution of websites
to detect Man-in-theMiddle attacks
Looks for servers that could be redirecting you to a malicious website
(man-in-the-middle attack). If the shield detects a man-in-the-middle
attack, it blocks the threat and opens an alert.
Block websites from
creating high risk
tracking information
Blocks third-party cookies from installing on your computer if the
cookies originate from malicious tracking websites. Cookies are small
bits of text generated by a web server and then stored on your computer
for future use. Cookies can contain everything from tracking information
to your personal preferences.
Prevent programs from Blocks programs from accessing your login credentials (for example,
accessing protected
when you type your name and password or when you request a website to
credentials
remember them).
Warn before blocking
untrusted programs
from accessing
protected data
Opens an alert any time malware attempts to access data, instead of
blocking known malware automatically. (This option is for technical
users only; we recommend that you keep this option disabled so the
program does not open numerous alerts.)
Allow trusted screen
capture programs
access to protected
screen contents
Allows you to use legitimate screen capture programs, no matter what
content is displayed on your screen.
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You can provide additional security for software applications that may contain confidential information, such as
Instant Messaging clients or tax preparation software. By protecting these applications, you secure them
against information-stealing Trojans like keyloggers, man-in-the-middle attacks, and clipboard stealers. You
can add any applications to the Protected Applications list and assign them to one of the protection levels:
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Protect. “Protected applications” are secured against information-stealing malware, but also have full
access to data on the system. You might want to add financial management software to the category.
When you run a protected application, the Webroot icon in the system tray displays a padlock:
Allow. “Allowed applications” are not secured against information-stealing malware, and also have full
access to protected data on the system. Many applications unintentionally access protected screen
contents or keyboard data without malicious intent when running in the background. If you trust an
application that is currently marked as “Deny,” you can change it to “Allow.”
Deny. “Denied applications” cannot view or capture protected data on the system, but can otherwise
run normally.
As you work on your computer, SecureAnywhere automatically adds web browsers to the Protected
Applications list and assigns them to the “protected” status.
To manage the application list and specify levels of protection:
3. Click Identity Shield on the left, then click View/Edit Protected Applications.
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The Protected Applications panel opens. This panel shows the web browsers on your system and any
other applications you added to the list.
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4. In the row for the application you want to modify, click the radio button for Protect, Allow, or Deny.
(To include another application in this list, click Add Application, then select an executable file.)
5. When you’re done, click Close.
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desired, you can adjust security for a website to one of the following levels:
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Low. Protects stored data and identifies malware in real time. You may want to use this setting if you
have an application that does not work properly when the security level is set to Medium or higher.
Medium. Protects your stored data while also providing software compatibility. You may want to use
this setting if you have an application that does not work properly when the security level is set to High
or Maximum.
High. Provides strong protection against threats, while still enabling screen accessibility for impaired
users (for example, allows text-to-speech programs to run normally). Maximum. Provides maximum protection against threats, but blocks screen accessibility for impaired
users. When you load a secured website, the Webroot icon in the system tray displays a padlock:
Note: The Identity shield only protects a secured website when the browser window is active in the
foreground window (the padlock is shown in the tray icon). For full protection from screen grabbers,
information-stealing Trojans, and other threats, make sure the browser window is in the foreground and
the padlock is displayed in the tray icon. If the Identity shield encounters a website that may be a threat,
it opens an alert. You can decide whether you want to stay secure (click Block) or continue despite the
warning (click Allow).
To manage settings for protected websites:
4. Click View/Edit Protected Websites.
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5. In the Protected Websites table, click in the row for the type of website you want to adjust. To include
an individual site, enter the address in the field at the top of the dialog, then click Add Website.
6. Adjust the slider for minimum to maximum protection configuration. As an alternative, you can also
select the individual protection options by clicking on the green checkmark or red X. (A green
checkmark indicates the option is on; a red X indicates the option is off.) When you’re done, click Save.
The following table describes the protection options.
Website protection options
Block phishing and
known malicious
websites
Alerts you to phishing sites and other malicious sites listed in our
Webroot database. Phishing is a fraudulent method used by criminals to
steal personal information. Typical scams might include websites
designed to resemble legitimate sites, such as PayPal or a banking
organization, which trick you into entering your credit card number.
Protect cookies and
saved website data
Alerts you if a malicious program attempts to gather personal data from
cookies installed on your computer. Cookies are small bits of text
generated by a web server and then stored on your computer for future
use. Cookies can contain everything from tracking information to your
personal preferences.
Detect and prevent
man-in-the middle
attacks
Alerts you if a server is redirecting you to a malicious website (man-inthe-middle attack). This is a method of intercepting communications
between two systems and stealing data.
Protect against
keyloggers
Stops keyloggers from recording keystrokes on your computer.
Keyloggers may monitor emails, chat room dialogue, instant message
dialogue, websites visited, usernames, passwords, programs run, and any
other typed entries. They have the ability to run in the background, hiding
their presence.
Protect sensitive
clipboard data
Stops malware programs from capturing clipboard data. The clipboard is
a utility that allows you to cut and paste stored data between documents
or applications.
Protect against URL
grabbing attacks
Hides your web browsing activity from malware that attempts to log the
websites you visit.
Protect browser
components from
external access
Hides your web browsing activity from malware that attempts to modify
your browser with memory injection and other behind-the-scenes attacks.
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Website protection options
Protect against ManBlocks a malicious toolbar from stealing data. A man-in-the-browser
in-the-Browser attacks attack is a Trojan that infects a web browser. It can modify pages and
the content of your transactions without being detected.
Isolate untrusted
browser add-ons from
data
Blocks a browser add-on (browser helper object) from stealing data.
While most browser add-ons are legitimate, some can display ads, track
your Internet activity, or hijack your home page.
Block browser process Analyzes browser memory to see if code injection is taking place.
modification attempts
Protect against screen
grabbing attacks
Blocks a malicious program from viewing and capturing your screen
content.
Block suspicious
access to browser
windows
Blocks a malicious program from viewing and capturing data in
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Managing Passwords
If you purchased a SecureAnywhere edition that includes password management, you can use an additional
component for managing passwords and profiles online. Once you define your personal information and
passwords in SecureAnywhere, you can automatically log in to websites or populate fields in web forms,
saving you the hassle of manually entering your personal data and credit card numbers.
Note: This section provides a quick overview of password management. For further instructions, see the
SecureAnywhere Management Website User Guide.
To learn about password management, see the following topics:
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If you purchased a SecureAnywhere edition that includes password management, you can create a secure
password for all your website transactions, automatically remember your user names and passwords, and
automatically fill in web forms. You never need to remember multiple login names and passwords again.
Note: For complete instructions on using password management in your browser, see the
SecureAnywhere Management Website User Guide.
To get started with password management:
1. Open Internet Explorer, Chrome, or Firefox and look for the Webroot icon in the toolbar. If it does not
appear, you must download the passwords component (see "Downloading the passwords component" on
page 75).
2. From your browser's toolbar, click on the Webroot icon to log in to password management (use your
Webroot account credentials; see "Creating a Webroot account" on page 8). When you are logged in,
SecureAnywhere detects information you enter in web forms and prompts you to save the data for future
use.
3. Access a website that requires a login or personal data in web forms. After defining login credentials
and personal information, you can log in to your Webroot account from the toolbar each time you open a
browser.
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The passwords component should install along with your SecureAnywhere installation; however, it might not
install in some situations.
To check if the passwords component downloaded:
3. Click Password Management on the left.
If a Download and Install button appears, click the button to install the component.
If the passwords component has successfully installed, the Password Management panel looks similar to
the following example.
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4. You can click the Manage My Identity button to access your online account.
See the SecureAnywhere Management Website User Guide for complete instructions.
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If you purchased a SecureAnywhere edition that includes Backup & Sync, you can synchronize important files
with your online SecureAnywhere account, as well as with other computers and mobile devices. You can also
schedule regular backups to your account, which is accessible from the Backup & Sync page of the
SecureAnywhere website.
Note: For further instructions about using Backup & Sync in your online account or on your mobile
device, see the Webroot SecureAnywhere Help and Product Guides page.
To learn about Backup & Sync, see the following topics:
Using Backup & Sync
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Using Backup & Sync
If your SecureAnywhere edition includes Backup & Sync, you can protect your important files and photos as
follows:
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Storing files in the Anywhere folder or in your own sync folders. You can use Webroot's
preconfigured folder called the Anywhere folder or you can create your own sync folders. Any files you
place in these folders are automatically synchronized in your account, to any other computers with
shared folders, and to mobile devices with the Backup & Sync app installed.
SecureAnywhere constantly monitors the Anywhere folder and other sync folders. If it detects a change
(an edited file, a new file, or a deleted file), it immediately makes the same change to your online
account, to shared folders on other computers, and to mobile devices with the Backup & Sync app
installed. If you are working offline, SecureAnywhere automatically picks up changes the next time you
connect to the Internet.
If SecureAnywhere detects an edited file, it does not overwrite the original version stored in your
account. Instead, it uploads the latest version and makes a copy of the original file. If necessary, you can
revert back to previous versions (up to five). If you save changes a sixth time, your most recent version
is saved and the oldest version is removed. For more information, see the SecureAnywhere Management
Website User Guide.
To learn more about the preconfigured Anywhere folder, see "Synchronizing files" on page 81. To create
sync folders of your own, see "Adding sync folders" on page 88.
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Backing up files. Instead of synchronizing files with multiple devices, you can simply back them up. For
example, you may want to back up tax returns, old photos, and a scanned copy of your passport. These
types of documents won’t change and don’t need to be kept in synchronization with other computers.
To learn more about backups, see "Backing up files" on page 97.
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To begin using Backup & Sync, you must download its component to your computer.
To download the component:
1. If you have not yet created a Webroot account, see "Creating a Webroot account" on page 8.
This is where you will access your files stored in the cloud.
3. Click the Backup & Sync tab, then click the Log in button.
4. If prompted, enter your Webroot account credentials (user name and password). When the download
completes, the Backup & Sync panel looks like the following example.
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By default, synchronization of the Anywhere folder is turned on. For more information, see
"Synchronizing files" on page 81.
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Webroot includes one preconfigured folder for synchronization, called the Anywhere folder. It resides under
your personal Documents folder in Windows. Any files you put in the Anywhere folder are automatically
synchronized with your online account (my.webrootanywhere.com) and with shared folders on other computers
or mobile devices in your account.
To synchronize files using the Anywhere folder:
2. Click the Backup & Sync tab, and make sure Backup & Sync is selected at the left.
3. Click Open Anywhere Folder.
Windows Explorer opens to the Webroot Anywhere folder.
4. Copy files or folders into the Webroot Anywhere folder.
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on other computers (if you configured them). In Windows Explorer, icons next to the files and folders
indicate the status of the synchronization:
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Note: Some files may fail to synchronize because their storage size is larger than the
upload limit. You can adjust the limit in the Do not upload files larger than field in the
Sync Settings panel. See "Changing sync settings" on page 85.
5. To see the amount of used storage in your account, look at the status bar at the bottom of the Backup &
Sync panel. If you want to check that your files were successfully copied, access your online account by
clicking Web Console.
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Sync, then click Anywhere from the left panel.
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For more information about using Backup and Sync in your online account, see the SecureAnywhere
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Webroot already configured synchronization with our recommended settings, but you can adjust the settings if
you want. For example, you can adjust the size limit of files to upload or allow a synchronization to run while
your computer is on battery power.
To change sync settings:
3. Under Synchronization, click the Change Settings link.
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4. In the Backup & Sync Settings panel, make sure Sync Settings is selected on the left.
the box). When you're done, click Save All.
Note: We recommend that you keep Webroot's default settings. If you make changes and decide you
The following table describes the settings.
Sync settings
Ignore hidden files and When selected, files and directories that Windows has hidden in
directories
Explorer are not included in the sync. "Hidden" files are typically system
files that do not need to be synchronized. They can also consume a lot of
storage space.
Ignore system files
and directories
When selected, Windows system files and directories are not included in
the sync. Typically, system files do not need to be synchronized. They
can also consume a lot of storage space.
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Sync settings
Show Windows
When selected, the icons next to files and folders appear in Windows
Explorer overlay icons Explorer to show if they are synchronized, are in the process of
synchronizing, or did not get synchronized. For more information about
these icons, see "Synchronizing files" on page 81.
Do not synchronize
files while running on
battery power
When selected, SecureAnywhere does not run a synchronization when
your computer is unplugged and running on the battery.
Do not synchronize
files when a fullscreen application or
game is running
When selected, SecureAnywhere does not run a synchronization when
you are watching a movie in full-screen mode or running a gaming
application.
Warn when quota
usage exceeds:
The number in the field determines when SecureAnywhere displays a
warning when your storage limit is exceeded. You can adjust the
percentage by entering a new number.
Do not upload files
larger than:
The number in the field determines the size of files to include in
synchronization. If the file size exceeds the displayed limit, it will not be
uploaded. You can adjust the size limit by entering a new number (in
megabytes).
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Adding sync folders
Webroot already configured one synchronization folder called the Anywhere folder (see "Synchronizing files"
on page 81). However, you can designate more folders for synchronization if you like.
To add sync folders:
4. Click Synchronized Folders on the left.
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5. Click Add Custom Folder.
6. In the next panel, click the Browse button to open the folder you want synchronized. If desired, you can
specify a different name for this folder that will display in SecureAnywhere. When you're done, click
Add.
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Note: If you want to share a folder across multiple computers, see "Synchronizing folders with other
computers" on page 92.
7. When the new directory appears in the Synchronized Folders panel, you can click Open Folder to see
the files and folders. (In Explorer, icons appear next to files and folders toshow if they have been
synchronized, are in the process of synchronizing, or did not get synchronized. For more information
about these icons, see "Synchronizing files" on page 81.)
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8. If you want to check that your files successfully uploaded to your account, click Web Console. When
your browser opens to my.webrootanywhere.com, log in to your account, click Go to Backup & Sync,
then click on the folder name from the left panel. For more information, see the SecureAnywhere
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If you installed SecureAnywhere on multiple computers, you can create shared, synchronized folders between
them. Whenever you update data in one of these shared folders (adding, editing, moving, or deleting files),
SecureAnywhere automatically makes the same changes in your online account and to all shared folders. This
automatic synchronization can be beneficial when you frequently use multiple computers and need access to
the most recent files.
Note: Be aware that when you make changes to a folder on one computer, the changes are propagated
across the shared folders on all computers. For example, if you delete a shared folder, it is removed
from all the computers. However, you can still access a deleted folder or file from the Recycle Bin in
your SecureAnywhere account. (See the SecureAnywhere Management Website User Guide.)
To create shared folders with other computers:
1. Configure a sync folder on the first computer. See "Adding sync folders" on page 88.
2. On the second computer, open the Backup & Sync Settings panel. To do this, click the Backup & Sync
tab, make sure Backup & Sync is selected at the left, then click the Change Settings link.
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4. Click Add Custom Folder.
5. In the next panel, click Browse to open the folder you want to synchronize. Then select the radio button
for Link directory to an existing folder in the cloud. In the table, select the folder from the other
computer, and click Add.
SecureAnywhere synchronizes all files in that folder with your other computer. In the Backup & Sync
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Settings panel, the Shared Across column shows the computers sharing that folder.
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You can stop synchronizing the contents in a folder by detaching it from the automatic synchronization process.
Note: Detaching the folder does not delete it from your computer.
To remove a folder from synchronization:
5. Select the folder in the table and click Detach.
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The folder will no longer appear in the panel and will no longer synchronize to your SecureAnywhere
account.
6. Click Close when you're done.
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Backing up files
Instead of synchronizing files, you can archive them instead. For example, you may want to back up tax
returns, old photos, and a scanned copy of your passport. These types of documents won't change and don't
need to be kept in synchronization with other computers. Your backed-up files are uploaded to the Webroot
servers, which are accessible from your SecureAnywhere account.
To configure backup:
2. Click the Backup & Sync tab, and make sure Backup & Sync is selected at the left. (If you have not
yet configured backup settings, the panel looks like the example below. If you did already configure
backups, skip to Step 5.)
3. Click Setup Backup.
4. In the next panel, select the types of documents you want included in the backup and click Continue. A
checkmark next to an item means every file with that extension will be copied to your online account. If
you want to designate different file types, click the Custom filter checkbox at the bottom.
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Note: If you decide later that you want to change file types, see "Changing backup filters" on page 104.
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5. When the Backup & Sync panel opens again, click Run Backup Now.
Note: Backups can also run automatically on a schedule. See "Changing the backup schedule" on page
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6. If you want to check your uploaded files, access your online account by clicking Web Console.
Sync, then click Backup from the left panel.
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Webroot already configured backups with our recommended settings, but you can adjust the settings if you
want. For example, you can adjust the size limit of files to upload or allow a synchronization to run while your
computer is on battery power.
Note: To change the types of files backed up, see "Changing backup filters" on page 104. To change the
backup schedule, see "Changing the backup schedule" on page 107.
To change backup settings:
3. Under Backup, click the Change Settings link.
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4. Click Backup Settings on the left.
the box). When you're done, click Save All.
Note: We recommend that you keep Webroot's default settings. If you make changes and decide you
The following table describes the settings.
Backup settings
Ignore hidden files and When selected, files and directories that Windows has hidden in
directories
Explorer are not included in the backup. "Hidden" files are typically
system files that do not need to be backed up. They can also consume a
lot of storage space.
Ignore system files
and directories
When selected, Windows system files and directories are not included in
the backup. Typically, system files do not need to be backed up. They
can also consume a lot of storage space.
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Backup settings
Show Windows
When selected, the icons next to files and folders appear in Windows
Explorer overlay icons Explorer to show if they are backed up, are in the process of backing up,
or did not get backed up. For more information about these icons, see
"Synchronizing files" on page 81.
Do not archive while
running on battery
power
When selected, SecureAnywhere does not run a backup when your
computer is unplugged and running on the battery.
Do not archive when a When selected, SecureAnywhere does not run a backup when you are
full-screen application watching a movie in full-screen mode or running a gaming application.
or game is running
Do not upload files
larger than:
The number in the field determines the size of files to include in the
backup. If the file size exceeds the displayed limit, it will not be
uploaded. You can adjust the size limit by entering a new number (in
megabytes).
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Using backup filters, you can include or exclude certain file types or subfolders for the backup.
To add or change the backup filters:
2. Click the Backup & Sync tab, then make sure Backup & Sync is selected at the left.
3. Under Backup, click the Change Settings link.
4. Click Backup Filters at the left.
5. To add a new filter, click Add Filter. To edit an existing filter, select the filter in the table and click
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6. In the next dialog, select the criteria for the filter.
Filter settings are described in the following table.
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Filter settings
Directory
Use the Browse button to select the local folder of the files.
Filter Name
Enter a name that will describe this filter.
File type expressions
Enter the extensions of the file types you want to include in this filter.
Back up files from
subdirectories
Keep this checkbox selected if you want the subfolders included in the
backup.
Exclude files from
backup that match this
filter
Select this checkbox if you want to create a filter that excludes files with
the specified extensions.
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You can change the automatic backup schedule or turn off automatic backups.
To configure the backup schedule:
2. Click the Backup & Sync tab, then make sure Backup & Sync is selected at the left.
3. Under Backup, click Change Settings.
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4. Select Backup Schedule from the left.
5. If you want to turn off automatic backups, de-select the checkbox next to Enable scheduled archiving.
Otherwise, keep it selected.
6. If desired, click the Back up only on the following days checkbox and select a day of the week to run
the backups.
7. Select the time of day to run the backup or an hourly interval.
8. At the bottom of the panel, you have two additional options:
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Run immediately if Backup was inactive at the scheduled time. Keep this checkbox
selected if you want to run a backup immediately after a missed schedule. A backup might
be skipped if you disabled backups, if you shut down SecureAnywhere, or if your logged
off your computer.
Randomize the time of a scheduled archive up to one hour. Keep this checkbox
selected if you want a scheduled backup to run within an hour of the scheduled time. This
selection makes better use of network resources.
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You can check the status of synchronization and backup from the main interface or from your account on the
SecureAnywhere website.
To check file transfer status from the main interface:
2. Click the Backup & Sync tab, then click File Transfers at the left.
To check your file status from the SecureAnywhere website:
2. Click the Backup & Sync tab, then make sure Backup & Sync is selected on the left.
The amount of disk space used is displayed under the Status bar.
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3. To view your online account, click Web Console.
Sync, then click the folders from the left panel.
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If you purchased a SecureAnywhere edition that includes the System Cleaner, you can remove all traces of
your web browsing history, files that show your computer use, and other files that reveal your activity. By
removing these items, you can protect your privacy. No one else who has access to your computer can see
what websites you have visited or what search terms you have used.The System Cleaner also removes
unnecessary files that consume valuable disk space, such as files in the Recycle Bin or Windows temporary
files.
To use the System Cleaner, see the following topics:
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If you purchased a SecureAnywhere edition that includes the System Cleaner, you can remove all traces of
your web browsing history, files that show your computer use, and other files that reveal your activity. As you
work on your computer and browse the Internet, you leave behind traces. These traces may be in the form of
temporary files placed on your hard drive, lists of recently used files in programs, lists of recently visited
websites, or cookies that websites placed on your hard drive. Anyone who has access to your computer can
view what you have done and where you have been. Using the System Cleaner, you can protect your privacy by
removing all traces of your activity, including the Internet history, address bar history, Internet temporary files
(cache), and cookie files.
You can also use the System Cleaner to delete unnecessary files that Windows stores on your computer.
Certain files can consume valuable space on your computer. Even with today’s large hard drives, these
unnecessary files can impair your computer’s performance.
Note: Cleanups remove unnecessary files and traces, not malware threats. Malware (spyware and
viruses) are removed during scans (see "Running scans " on page 18). You can think of the System
Cleaner as the housekeeper for your computer, while the Scanner serves as the security guard.
The System Cleaner does not run automatically; you need to run it yourself. Before the first cleanup, select all
the items you want removed.
To check cleanup settings and run a cleanup:
2. Click the System Tools tab. Make sure System Cleaner is selected on the left.
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3. Click Cleanup Settings.
4. In the System Cleaner panel, click each of the categories on the left side of the panel. On the right side,
click in the checkboxes to select or deselect items to clean up. Items with a checkmark will be cleaned.
For more information about the settings, see:
• "Changing Windows Desktop settings" on page 120
• "Changing Windows system settings" on page 123
• "Changing Application settings" on page 126
• "Changing Internet Explorer settings" on page 128
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5. In the System Cleaner Settings panel, select Secure File Removal. By default, file removal is set to
“Normal,” which means items are deleted permanently (bypassing the Recycle Bin). However, data
recovery utilities may be able to restore the files. If you want to make sure files can never be recovered,
move the slider to Medium or Maximum. For more information, see "Using Secure File Removal" on
page 132.
6. When you’re done, click Save All, then click Close.
7. From the System Cleaner panel, click the Clean Up Now button.
The progress panel shows items as they are removed, along with the space recovered.
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You can configure the System Cleaner to run automatically on a schedule.
To run a scheduled cleanup:
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4. Make sure General Settings is selected on the left.
5. Click the Enable scheduled cleanup checkbox at the top of the panel.
6. If desired, click the Cleanup only on the following days checkbox and select a day of the week to run
the cleanups.
7. Select the time of day to run the cleanup or an hourly interval.
8. At the bottom of the panel, you have two additional options:
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Run on bootup if the system was off at the scheduled time. Keep this checkbox selected
if you want a missed scheduled cleanup to run when you turn on the computer again. Deselect the checkbox if you want to skip missed cleanups.
Enable Windows Explorer right click secure file erasing. Keep this checkbox selected
if you want to include an option for permanently erasing a file or folder in Windows
Explorer. This menu item appears when you right-click on a file or folder. De-select the
checkbox if you don't want the menu item to appear. The right-click menu looks similar to
the following example.
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9. When you’re done, click Save All, then click Close.
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The System Cleaner can remove files in the Recycle Bin and the traces of what files you recently opened or
tried to locate in a search. While these history traces can be helpful, they also reveal your activity to other
people using your computer. To maintain your privacy, you can remove all these traces.
To change Windows Desktop settings:
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4. From the left panel, click Windows Desktop.
The following table describes the options:
Windows Desktop settings
Recycle Bin
Removes all files from your Recycle Bin, which contains files you have
deleted using Windows Explorer. When you delete a file, it is stored in
the Recycle Bin until you empty it. You should periodically empty the
Recycle Bin to preserve valuable disk space on your computer.
Recent document
history
Clears the history of recently opened files, which is accessible from the
Windows Start menu. (The cleanup does not delete the actual files.)
Start Menu click
history
Clears the history of shortcuts to programs that you recently opened using
the Start menu.
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Windows Desktop settings
Run history
Clears the history of commands that you recently entered into the Run
dialog, which is accessible from the Start menu.
Note: After the cleanup, you may need to restart your computer to
completely remove items from the Run dialog.
Search history
Clears the history of files or other information that you searched for on
your computer. Your computer stores recent searches and displays them
when you start entering a new search that starts with the same
characters. You access the search (also called "find") from Windows
Explorer or from your Start button. (The cleanup does not delete the
actual files.)
Start Menu order
history
Reverts the list of programs and documents in the Start menu back to
alphabetical order, which is the default setting. After you run the
cleanup, you must reboot your system for the list to revert back to
alphabetical order.
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The System Cleaner can remove temporary files and traces left by the Windows operating system. These files
and traces can sometimes be a threat to your privacy. They can also consume a lot of disk space if you don’t
delete them once in awhile.
To change Windows system settings:
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4. From the left panel, click Windows System.
Windows System settings
Clipboard contents
Clears the contents from the Clipboard, where Windows stores data
when you use either the Copy or Cut function from any Windows
program.
Windows Temporary
folder
Deletes all files and folders in the Windows temporary folder, but not
files that are in use by an open program. This folder is usually:
C:\Windows\Temp. You should not put any files here that you need to
keep. The files in this folder can consume a lot of space on your hard
drive.
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Windows System settings
System Temporary
folder
Deletes all files and folders in the system temporary folder, but not files
that are in use by an open program. This folder is usually in:
C:\Documents and Settings\[username]\Local Settings\Temp
You should not put any files here that you need to keep. The files in this
folder can consume a lot of space on your hard drive.
Windows Update
Temporary folder
Deletes all files and subfolders in this folder, but not files that are in use
by an open program. Windows uses these files when you run Windows
Update. After you install the updates, you no longer need these files.
These files are normally in
C:\Windows\Software\Distribution\Download. You should not put any
files here that you need to keep. The files in this folder can consume a lot
of space on your hard drive.
Windows Registry
Streams
Clears the history of recent changes you made to the Windows registry.
(This option does not delete the registry changes themselves.)
Default logon user
history
Deletes the Windows registry entry that stores the last name used to log
on to your computer. When the registry entry is deleted, you must enter
your user name each time you turn on or restart your computer. This
cleanup option does not affect computers that use the default Welcome
screen.
Memory dump files
Deletes the memory dump file (memory.dmp) that Windows creates
when you receive certain Windows errors. The file contains information
about what happened when the error occurred.
CD burning storage
folder
Deletes the Windows project files, created when you use the Windows
built-in function to copy files to a CD. These project files are typically
stored in one of the following directories:
C:\Documents and Settings\[username]\Local Settings\Application
Data\Microsoft\CDBurning
C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Burn\Burn
Flash Cookies
Deletes bits of data created by Adobe Flash, which can be a privacy
concern because they track user preferences. (Flash cookies are not
actually “cookies,” and are not controlled through the cookie privacy
controls in a browser.)
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The System Cleaner can remove the traces left behind by applications, such as a list of recently opened files.
While these history traces can be helpful, they also reveal your activity to other people using your computer. To
maintain your privacy, you can remove all these traces. (The cleanup does not delete the files, just the places
where Windows tracks your activity.)
To change Application settings:
3. Click Applications.
Applications currently installed on your computer appear in this panel.
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4. On the right side, click in the checkboxes to select or deselect applications you want cleaned. The
System Cleaner will remove file history traces for the selected applications.
5. When you're done, click Save All, then click Close.
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The System Cleaner can remove temporary files and traces left by the Windows operating system. While these
history traces can be helpful, they also reveal your activity to other people and can consume lots of disk space.
To maintain your privacy and system performance, you can remove all these files and traces.
To change Application settings:
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Internet Explorer settings
Address bar history
Removes the list of recently visited websites, which is stored as part of
Internet Explorer’s AutoComplete feature. You see this list when you
click the arrow on the right side of the Address drop-down list at the top
of the Internet Explorer browser.
Cookies
Deletes all cookies from your computer. Cookies are small files that
store information about your interaction with a website and may reveal
what sites you visited. Be aware that if you remove all cookie files, some
websites will not “remember” you. This means that you may need to reenter passwords, shopping cart items, and other entries that these cookies
stored.
Temporary Internet
Files
Deletes copies of stored web pages that you visited recently. This cache
improves performance by helping web pages open faster the next time
you visit them, but also reveals your visited sites to other people using
your computer and can consume a lot of space on your hard drive.
URL history
Deletes the list of recently visited websites. You see this list when you
click History on the Internet Explorer toolbar. While this history can be
helpful, it also reveals your visited sites to other people using your
computer.
Setup Log
Deletes log files created when you update Internet Explorer. After you
install the updates, you no longer need these files.
Microsoft Download
Folder
Deletes the contents in the folder that stores files you last downloaded
using Internet Explorer. After downloading, you no longer need these
files.
MediaPlayer Bar
History
Removes the list of audio and video files recently opened with the media
player in Internet Explorer, which plays audio and video files that you
access on websites. (The cleanup does not delete the files, just the
Windows "memory" that you opened them or searched for them.)
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Internet Explorer settings
Autocomplete form
information
Deletes data that Internet Explorer stores when you enter information
into fields on websites. This is part of Internet Explorer’s AutoComplete
feature, which predicts a word or phrase based on the characters you
begin to type (for example, your email address or password).
Clean index.dat
(cleaned on reboot)
Marks files in the index.dat file for deletion, then clears those files after
you reboot the system. The index.dat file is a growing Windows
repository of web addresses, search queries, and recently opened files.
This option works when you also select one or more of the following
options: Cookies, Temporary Internet Files, or URL History. Note:
Index.dat functions like an active database. It is only cleaned after you
reboot Windows.
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The System Cleaner can permanently remove files in a “shredding” process, which overwrites them with
random characters. This shredding feature is a convenient way to make sure no one can ever access your files
with a recovery tool. (Although you may think that you are permanently deleting files when you empty the
Recycle Bin or when you use Shift-Delete, in actuality, you are only removing the operating system’s record of
the file, not the physical file itself.)
You can run a Secure File Removal from the main interface or from the Windows Explorer right-click menu.
To use Secure File Removal from the main interface:
3. Click Secure File Removal.
The Secure File Removal panel opens. By default, file removal is set to “Normal,” which means items
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are deleted permanently (bypassing the Recycle Bin). However, data recovery utilities may be able to
restore the files.
If you want to make sure files can never be recovered, move the slider to Medium or Maximum.
“Medium” overwrites files with three passes, whereas “Maximum” overwrites files with seven passes
and cleans the space around the files. Also be aware that cleanup operations take longer when you move
the slider to Medium or Maximum.
4. When you're done, click Save All.
5. You can now run a cleanup with the new setting. See "Running a system cleanup" on page 114.
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To use Secure File Removal from the Windows Explorer menu:
1. Open Windows Explorer.
2. Right-click on the file or folder you want to permanently erase.
3. Select Permanently erase with Webroot.
SecureAnywhere will use the selected configuration option (Normal, Medium, or Maximum).
Note: If this menu option does not appear in the right-click menu, go to the General Settings panel and
click Enable Windows Explorer right click secure file erasing. See "Running a system cleanup" on
page 114.
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You can view a log of what the System Cleaner removed.
To view the cleanup log:
The log opens in Notepad and shows a list of files and traces removed.
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Using Active Processes, you can adjust the threat-detection settings for all programs and processes running on
your computer. It also includes a function for terminating any untrusted processes, which might be necessary if
a regular scan did not remove all traces of a malware program.
To adjust settings for active processes:
2. Click the System Tools tab.
3. Click System Control on the left.
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4. Click the Start button under Control Active Processes.
5. For each process, you can select the radio button for:
l Allow: The process is allowed to run on your system.
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Monitor: Webroot SecureAnywhere will watch the process and open an alert on suspicious
activity.
Block: The process is blocked from running on your system. Do NOT block a process unless you
are absolutely certain it is non-essential.
If you want to terminate all untrusted processes, click Kill Untrusted Processes.
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If you are an advanced user and want to test a program you believe is malware, you can first execute the
program in a protected area called the SafeStart Sandbox. This sandbox allows you to isolate the actions of the
malware program and observe its behavior.
Note: The SafeStart Sandbox is intended for testing malware, not legitimate programs.
To execute a file in the SafeStart sandbox:
3. Click System Control on the left.
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4. Click the Start button under SafeStart Sandbox.
5. You can select the file either by clicking the Browse button or by entering the filename and location in
the Command-line field.
6. If you want to use some advanced features for controlling how the program is allowed to execute, select
a checkbox to disable a function (uncheck the box) or activate it (check the box).
7. When you’re done, click the Start button.
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Saving a scan log
If you want to investigate what SecureAnywhere scanned and what it found, you can save a scan log. This log
might be helpful if you are working with Webroot Support to determine the cause of a problem.
To save a scan log:
3. Click Reports on the left.
4. Under Scan Log, click the Save as button.
5. Enter a filename and click Save.
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If you purchased a SecureAnywhere edition that includes System Analyzer, you can use this simple utility to
quickly scan for threats, security vulnerabilities, and other computer problems. After the scan, it displays a
report that describes any vulnerabilities it found. It also provides recommendations about enhancements that
can increase system performance, privacy, and protection.
To run System Analyzer:
3. Click System Analyzer on the left.
4. Click Start.
System Analyzer scans your system, then displays a report summary similar to the following example.
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5. You can view more detailed information by clicking the View advanced detail link at the bottom right.
6. To save the report to your Desktop, click Save. Otherwise, click Close to exit from the report.
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The Execution History is mainly used by Technical Support to see when and where a virus entered the system.
To view the execution history:
4. Under Execution History (Advanced), click the View button.
5. Enter a filename and click Save.
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Protection Statistics are mainly used by Webroot Support to view the background processes that Webroot
SecureAnywhere is monitoring.
To view protection statistics:
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4. Under Protection Statistics, click the View button.
5. Click on an event in the left column to view more detailed information.
6. When you're done, click Close.
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Your Webroot account includes information about your software licenses and other details. Your account
information is available from the My Account panel of the SecureAnywhere program or from
my.webrootanywhere.com, which is the online interface.
To learn more about your SecureAnywhere account, see the following topics:
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You can view your keycode and the time remaining on your subscription from the My Account window.
To view account details:
2. Click the My Account tab.
Your account information appears in the panel.
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If you receive a new keycode from Webroot, you can activate it in the My Account panel.
To activate a new keycode:
3. Click Activate a new keycode.
4. In the dialog, enter the keycode and click the Activate button.
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You can renew your subscription from the My Account window.
To renew your subscription:
3. Click Learn more about available upgrades.
The Webroot website opens. From here, you can purchase an upgrade to your software.
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If you deactivated automatic updates from General Preferences, you can manually check for updates yourself.
Note: For more information about setting automatic updates, see "Setting general preferences" on page
156.
To check for SecureAnywhere updates:
3. Click Check for software updates.
If a newer version exists, Webroot downloads the updates to your system.
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To learn more about setting preferences, see the following topics:
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172
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You can change the behavior of the program in General Preferences.
To change general preferences:
The Settings panel opens.
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3. Select the slide bars to adjust the settings, which are described in the following tables. When you’re
done, click the Save All button.
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The following tables describe the slider options.
Set and forget protection — Hands-on security (more prompts)
This slider affects the following advanced settings:
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Show the “Authenticating Files” pop-up when a new file is scanned on-execution.
See "Changing the scan settings" on page 25.
Fade out warning messages automatically.
See "Setting basic configuration" on page 162.
Warn before blocking untrusted programs from accessing protected data.
See "Changing Identity Protection settings" on page 63.
Slider in left-most position:
Disabled: Show the “Authenticating Files” pop-up when a new file
is scanned on-execution.
Enabled: Fade out warning messages automatically.
Disabled: Warn before blocking untrusted programs from accessing
protected data.
Slider in middle position:
Enabled: Show the “Authenticating Files” pop-up when a new file
Enabled: Fade out warning messages automatically,
Disabled: Warn before blocking untrusted programs from accessing
protected data.
Slider in right-most
position:
Enabled: Show the “Authenticating Files” pop-up when a new file
Disabled: Fade out warning messages automatically.
Enabled: Warn before blocking untrusted programs from accessing
protected data.
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Minimal system resource usage — Fastest scanning
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Favor low disk usage over verbose logging (fewer details stored in logs).
Favor low CPU usage over fast scanning.
See "Changing the scan settings" on page 25.
Operate background functions using fewer CPU resources.
Lower resource usage when intensive applications or games are detected.
Favor low memory usage over fast scanning.
See "Changing the scan settings" on page 25
Slider in left-most
position:
Enabled: Favor low disk usage over verbose logging (fewer details
stored in logs).
Enabled: Favor low CPU usage over fast scanning.
Enabled: Operate background functions using fewer CPU resources.
Enabled: Lower resource usage when intensive applications or games
are detected.
Enabled: Favor low memory usage over fast scanning.
Slider in middle position: Disabled: Favor low disk usage over verbose logging (fewer details
stored in logs).
Disabled: Favor low CPU usage over fast scanning.
Enabled: Operate background functions using fewer CPU resources.
are detected.
Enabled: Favor low memory usage over fast scanning.
position:
Disabled: Favor low disk usage over verbose logging (fewer details
stored in logs).
Disabled: Favor low CPU usage over fast scanning.
Disabled: Operate background functions using fewer CPU resources.
are detected.
Disabled: Favor low memory usage over fast scanning.
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Less automatic scanning — Daily thorough system scanning
This slider affects the scan schedule settings. See "Changing the scan schedule" on page 22.
Note: A "quick" scan searches the system's memory. A "deep" scan searches for all types of
malware in all locations.
Runs a quick scan when the computer starts (boot-up).
Runs a quick scan every day.
position:
Runs a deep scan every day.
Basic internal security — Maximum internal security
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Self protection: minimum, medium, or maximum.
See "Setting self protection" on page 180.
Require the completion of a CAPTCHA when changing critical features.
See "Setting access control" on page 166.
Self protection response cloaking.
See "Setting self protection" on page 180.
Minimum: Self protection.
Disabled: Require the completion of a CAPTCHA when changing
critical features.
Disabled: Self protection response cloaking.
Medium: Self protection.
Enabled: Require the completion of a CAPTCHA when changing
critical features.
Disabled: Self protection response cloaking.
position:
Maximum: Self protection.
Enabled: Require the completion of a CAPTCHA when changing
critical features.
Enabled: Self protection response cloaking.
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Strong behavior and cloud heuristics— Maximum heuristics (more warnings)
This slider affects the advanced heuristics settings. See "Adjusting heuristics" on page 172.
Sets all heuristics to the Low setting (second position in the
Heuristics panel slider).
Slider in left-middle
position:
Sets all heuristic settings to the SecureAnywhere defaults in the
Heuristics panel.
Slider in right-middle
position:
Raises heuristic settings for important areas, while leaving less
vulnerable areas at the defaults.
position:
Raises all heuristic settings to the maximum.
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You can change the behavior of the program in General Preferences.
To change general preferences:
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4. Make sure Basic Configuration is selected at the left.
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The following table describes the options.
Basic Configuration settings
Show a
Provides quick, double-click access to the main interface by placing the
SecureAnywhere
shortcut icon on your desktop.
shortcut on the desktop
Show a system tray
icon
Provides quick access to SecureAnywhere functions by placing the
Webroot icon on your desktop. You can double-click the icon to open the
main interface or right-click to open a menu of common functions, like
scanning.
Show a splash screen
on bootup
Opens the Webroot splash screen on system startup, which lets you know
that the program is running and protecting your computer.
Show
SecureAnywhere in
the Start Menu
Lists Webroot SecureAnywhere in the Windows Startup menu items.
Show
Lists Webroot SecureAnywhere in the Windows Add/Remove Programs
SecureAnywhere in
panel.
Add/Remove Programs
Show
SecureAnywhere in
Windows Security
Center
Lists Webroot SecureAnywhere in the Windows Security Center, under
Virus Protection information.
Hide the
SecureAnywhere
license keycode onscreen
Blocks your license keycode from displaying on the My Account panel.
Automatically
download and apply
updates
Downloads product updates automatically without alerting you.
Operate background
functions using fewer
CPU resources
Saves CPU resources by running non-scan related functions in the
background.
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Basic Configuration settings
Favor low disk usage
Saves disk resources by saving only the last four log items.
over verbose logging
(fewer details stored in
logs)
Lower resource usage
when intensive
applications or games
are detected
Suppresses SecureAnywhere functions while you are gaming, watching
videos, or using other intensive applications.
Allow
Displays a Shutdown command in the system tray menu. If you deselect
SecureAnywhere to be this option, the Shutdown command is removed from the menu.
shut down manually
Force non-critical
notifications into the
background
Suppresses information-only messages from appearing in the system tray.
Fade out warning
messages
automatically
Closes warning dialogs in the system tray after a few seconds. If you
disable this option, you must manually click on a message to close it.
Store Execution
History details
Stores data for the Execution History logs, available under Reports.
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If multiple people use your computer, you can set some permissions that provide or deny access to certain
functions. These access controls also protect your computer from malware that tries to change settings in
SecureAnywhere.
To change Access Control settings:
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4. Click Access Control at the left.
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Access Control settings
Enable Password
Protection
Requires that users enter a password for any configuration changes or
critical actions.
Allow users to scan
without a password
Allows any user to scan the system, even if password protection is
enabled.
Allow users to remove Allows any user to remove threats, even if password protection is
threats without a
enabled.
password
Require the
completion of a
CAPTCHA when
changing critical
features
Opens a CAPTCHA dialog that requires you to read distorted text on the
screen and enter the text in a field before performing any critical actions.
These actions include changing shields, importing configuration settings,
uninstalling the program, and shutting down the agent.
Require the
Opens a CAPTCHA dialog that requires you to read distorted text on the
completion of a
screen and enter the text in a field before performing any configuration
CAPTCHA when
changes.
changing configuration
Remember
CAPTCHA
completion until the
window is closed
Allows you to complete configuration changes and critical functions
without re-entering a CAPTCHA test again. SecureAnywhere will
remember your last CAPTCHA until you close the main interface.
Allow nonEnables you to modify configuration options, whether you are logged in
administrative users to as an administrative user or not.
modify configuration
options
Allow uninstallation
by non-administrative
users
Enables you to access the Antimalware Tools (under Quarantine),
whether you are logged in as an administrative user or not.
Allow access to
antimalware tools by
non-administrative
users
Enables you to access the advanced features, whether you are logged in
as an administrative user or not. Advanced features include all options in
the Settings panels and the Antimalware tools under Quarantine.
Allow access to
advanced features by
non-administrative
users
Enables you to access the advanced features, whether you are logged in
as an administrative user or not. Advanced features include all options in
the Settings panels and the Antimalware tools under Quarantine.
Enable enhanced
customer support
Provides configuration and debug data to Webroot Support when you
initiate a support request. This feature allows Support to quickly diagnose
and repair the issue.
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Setting Preferences
If you use a proxy server to connect to the Internet, you must define the proxy connection data; otherwise,
Webroot cannot send updates to your computer. (A proxy server is a computer system or router that acts as a
relay between your computer and another server.) For further information about your proxy environment,
contact your proxy server’s administrator.
To define proxy server settings:
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4. Click Proxy at the left.
5. Enter the proxy settings, which are described in the following table. When you’re done, click Save All.
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Proxy settings
Proxy Type
Select HTTP Proxy from the drop-down box.
Authentication Method Select an authentication method from the drop-down box.
Host
Enter the fully qualified domain name of the server (for example,
proxy.company.com).
Port
Enter the port number the server uses.
Username
Enter the user name of the server, if used.
Password
Enter the password of the server, if used.
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With heuristics settings, you can adjust the level of threat analysis that Webroot SecureAnywhere performs
when scanning your computer. Heuristics can be adjusted for separate areas of your computer, including the
local drive, USB drives, the Internet, the network, CD/DVDs, and when your computer is offline. We
recommend that you keep heuristics at their default settings, unless you are an advanced user and understand
how changing settings will impact threat detection.
Webroot SecureAnywhere includes three types of heuristics:
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Advanced Heuristics. Analyzes new programs for suspicious actions that are typical of malware.
Age Heuristics. Analyzes new programs based on the amount of time the program has been in the
community. Legitimate programs are generally used in a community for a long time, but malware often
has a short life span.
Popularity Heuristics. Analyzes new programs based on statistics for how often the program is used in
the community and how often it changes. Legitimate programs do not change quickly, but malware often
mutates at a rapid pace. Malware may install as a unique copy on every computer, making it statistically
“unpopular.”
To change heuristics settings:
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4. Click Heuristics at the left.
5. Select the tab for the area you want to change heuristics settings: Local, USB, Internet, Network,
CD/DVD, or Offline.
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6. Select the radio buttons and slide bars to adjust the settings, which are described in the following tables.
When you’re done, click the Save All button.
Radio buttons -- additional heuristics options
Disable Heuristics
Turns off heuristic analysis. Not recommended.
Apply advanced
heuristics before
Age/Popularity
heuristics
Warns against new programs as well as old programs that exhibit
suspicious behavior.
Apply advanced
heuristics after
Age/Popularity
heuristics
Warns against suspicious programs detected with Advanced Heuristics,
based on Age/Popularity settings.
Warn when new
programs execute that
are not trusted
Warns when malicious, suspicious, or unknown programs try to execute.
(This setting may result in false detections.)
Slider - advanced heuristics
Disabled
Turns off Advanced Heuristics for the area selected in the tab, leaving it
vulnerable to new threats. (However, it will still be protected against
known threats.)
Low
Detects programs with a high level of malicious activity. This setting
ignores some suspicious behavior and allows most programs to run.
Medium
Balances detection versus false alarms by using our tuned heuristics in
the centralized community database.
High
Protects against a wide range of new threats. Use this setting if you think
your system is infected or at very high risk. (This setting may result in
false detections.)
Maximum
Provides the highest level of protection against new threats. Use this
setting if you think that your system is infected or at very high risk. (This
setting may result in false detections.)
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Slider - age heuristics
Disabled
Turns off Age Heuristics for the area selected in the tab, leaving it
known threats.)
Low
Detects programs that have been created or modified very recently.
Medium
Detects programs that are fairly new and not trusted, preventing zero-day
or zero-hour attacks. We recommend using this setting if you do not
install unpopular programs and want an extra degree of security to
prevent mutating threats.
High
Detects programs that have been created or modified in a relatively short
time and are not trusted. This setting is recommended only if you rarely
install new programs and if you feel that your system is relatively
constant. This setting may generate a higher level of false alarms on
more obscure or unpopular programs.
Maximum
Detects all untrusted programs that have been created or modified fairly
recently. You should only use this setting if your computer is in a highrisk situation or if you think that it is currently infected.
Slider - popularity heuristics
Disabled
Turns off Popularity Heuristics for the area selected in the tab, leaving it
known threats.)
Low
Detects programs that have been seen for the first time. This setting is
recommended if you frequently install new programs, beta programs, or
you are a software developer who frequently creates new programs.
Medium
Detects unpopular and mutating programs, preventing zero-day and zerohour attacks. This setting is recommended if you do not frequently install
new programs and want an extra level of protection over standard
settings.
High
Detects programs that a significant percentage of the community has
seen. This setting is recommended if you do not install new programs and
suspect that your system is infected.
Maximum
Detects programs that a large percentage of the community has seen.
This setting is recommended if you think your system is at a very high
risk and are willing to accept that you may receive false alarms because
of the strict heuristic rules.
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If you changed the SecureAnywhere configuration, you can back up those new settings using the Export
funciton. A backup of your configuration is helpful if you ever need to reinstall the software or transfer your
configuration to another computer.
To export and import settings:
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4. Click Import/Export at the bottom left.
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5. To transfer your settings to another computer, click Export Settings. Enter a name for the file and click
Save.
These settings can be from an external hard drive or USB drive. Depending on the file size, this may
take a few seconds.
6. Access the other computer and click Import Settings. Select the file and click Save.
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Self Protection prevents malicious software from modifying the SecureAnywhere program settings and
processes. If SecureAnywhere detects that another product is attempting to interfere with its functions, it
launches a protective scan to look for threats. It will also update the internal self protection status to prevent
incompatibilities with other software.
We recommend that you keep Self Protection at the Maximum setting. However, if you use other security
software along with SecureAnywhere, you should adjust Self Protection to the Medium or Minimum setting.
The Maximum setting may interfere with other security software.
To change the Self Protection setting:
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4. In the Settings panel, click Self Protection at the left.
5. Click a radio button for Minimum, Medium, or Maximum security.
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Note: If you want to turn off self protection, uncheck the Enable self protection response cloaking
box.
6. Click Save All.
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Webroot offers a variety of Technical Support options, including:
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Ticket and phone support.
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Interactive knowledgebase.
To access these support options, go to our online Support site: SecureAnywhere Product Support.
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SecureAnywhere Website User Guide
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SecureAnywhere User Guide for Macs
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Help for Webroot Mobile Security
To access these resources, go to our Help and Product Guides page.
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If you want to investigate an infection with Webroot Support, you can save a threat log and send it to Webroot.
The threat log shows details about threats removed from your computer.
To save a threat log:
3. Click Quarantine on the left.
4. Click Save Threat Log.
5. In the dialog, select a folder location for the log and click Save.
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If a file on your system is causing problems or if you know a file is safe and want it reclassified, you can send
the file to Webroot for analysis.
To submit a file:
3. Click Submit a File on the left. A dialog asks if you would rather go to the Support website, where you
might receive a quicker response.
4. Click No at the prompt if you still want to submit a file for analysis.
5. Select the file by clicking the Browse button.
6. Select any of the checkboxes that apply to this file.
7. Enter any additional information in the bottom field.
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8. Click Send.
Webroot Support will contact you.
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Glossary
A
adware
Software designed to display advertisements on your system or hijack web searches (rerouting searches
through its own web page). It may also change your default home page to a specific website. Adware
generally propagates itself using dialog boxes and social engineering methods.
B
backup
A backup transfers files in one direction, typically from your computer to another source. In contrast,
synchronization transfers files in multiple directions: from your computer to another source or from the other
source back to your computer.
C
cookies
Small strings of text designed to help websites remember your browser and preferences. Cookies cannot steal
information off your machine, but some do store personal information that you may not want outside parties
to gather. You can manage cookie settings in your browser's security or privacy preferences.
H
hosts file
A file that helps direct your computer to a website using Internet Protocol (IP) addresses. When you enter a
web address in a browser, your computer first looks in the hosts file to see if the domain is already listed. If
so, it goes directly to the IP address. Some types of malware can hijack the entries in the hosts file.
K
keycode
Your keycode is the 20-character license that identifies your Webroot account. If you purchased the product
online, the keycode is provided in an email from Webroot. If you purchased the product in a store, the
keycode is provided in the retail box. After installation, the My Account panel lists your keycode.
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keylogger
A system monitor that records keyboard activity. Keyloggers can be used for legitimate purposes, but can also
record sensitive information for malicious purposes.
M
malware
Malicious software that is designed to destroy or harm your computer system. Malware includes viruses,
spyware, adware, and all types of threats.
P
phishing
A fraudulent method criminals use to steal personal information. These criminals design websites or email
messages that appear to originate from trustworthy sources, such as eBay, PayPal, or even your own bank.
Typical scams can trick you into entering your user names, passwords, and credit card information.
Q
quarantine
Webroot's holding area for spyware, viruses, and other potentially unwanted applications. The quarantine
process does not delete items from your computer. Rather, it renders them inoperable and stores them in a safe
place where they cannot cause any harm. You do not need to delete items in quarantine, unless you want to
preserve storage space. You can also restore an item from quarantine, if necessary.
R
registry
A database of hardware and software settings about your computer’s configuration, such as the types of
programs that are installed. Spyware can create entries in the Windows registry, which can ultimately slow
down your computer and cause problems in your system.
rootkit
A collection of tools that enable administrator-level access to a computer or network. By using fileobfuscation techniques, rootkits can hide logins, processes, files and logs, and may include software to capture
information from desktops or a network. Spyware developers often use rootkits to avoid detection and
removal.
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Glossary
S
scan
Webroot's process of searching for potential threats on your computer, such as spyware and viruses. It then
moves items to quarantine, where they are rendered inoperable.
shield
Webroot's method of guarding your system while you browse the Internet. If the shields detect spyware or
other potential threats attempting to download, they respond in one of two ways. If the item is a threat, the
shield moves it to quarantine. If the item is unknown or a potential threat, the shield opens an alert message
that asks you to allow it or block it.
spyware
A program that may either monitor your online activities or install programs without your knowledge.
Spyware may get bundled with freeware, shareware, or email attachments. You can also accidentally install
spyware by clicking on dialog boxes in websites. Once installed, spyware can send information about your
online activities to a third party for malicious purposes.
synchronization
Synchronization transfers files in multiple directions: from your computer to another source or from the other
source back to your computer. Changes on one computer will be copied to the online repository and to the
other computers.
T
Trojan Horse
A program that takes control of your computer files, allowing a hacker to install, execute, open, or close
programs. A Trojan is usually disguised as a harmless software program. It may also be distributed as an email
attachment. When you open the program or attachment, the Tropjan can launch an auto-installation process
that downloads third-party programs onto your computer.
V
virus
A self-replicating program that can infest computer code, documents, or applications. While some viruses are
purposefully malignant, others are more of a nuisance, replicating uncontrollably and inhibiting system
performance.
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Index
A
access control settings 166
account
changing keycode 151
creating 8
personal security code 10
viewing details 150
active processes 138
Add/Remove programs, removing
SecureAnywhere from 164
advanced heuristics 172
age heuristics 172
alerts
disabling fade-out 165
firewall alerts 49
forcing in the background 165
Identity Protection alerts 65
shield alerts 30
suppressing for unknown or unclassified
items 37
supressing when same file is detected 34
threat detection alerts 21
Android app 4
antimalware tools 58
AntiVirus edition 2
Anywhere folder 81
Apple app 4
application file history, clearing 126
applications, protection 66
apps for SecureAnywhere 4
archived files, removing from scans 27
archiving files 78
autocomplete form history, clearing 131
Backup & Sync
adding sync folders 88
backing up files 97
changing backup filters 104
changing backup schedule 107
changing backup settings 101
changing quota warning 87
changing sync settings 85
changing upload limits 87, 103
checking file transfer status 109
detaching folders from sync 95
disabling for battery power or gaming 87,
103
disabling sync icons 87, 103
downloading component 79
excluding files from backup 106
excluding subdirectories 106
icons in Explorer 81
ignoring files 86, 102
saving previous versions 78
sharing folders across computers 92
synchronizing files 81
viewing files in Web Console 109
basic configuration settings 162
Behavior shield 35
BHOs, blocking 72
browser add-ons, blocking 72
browsers, supported 3
browsing activity, hiding 71
C
CAPTCHA, disabling 168
CD burning storage folder, clearing 125
CD/DVD hueristics 174
Checkmarks in web search results 45
cleanup log 135
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cleanup, running 114
clipboard data
clearing 124
protection 71
cloud heuristics 156
Complete edition 2
configuration settings 162
control active processes 138
cookies
blocking 71
blocking third-party 65
removing flash cookies 125
removing IE cookies 130
copying files 81
Core System shield 38
CPU resources, preserving 164
cross-scripting attacks, preventing 43
managing network applications 50
G
gamer mode 24, 87
H
heuristics 172
hosts file, preventing changes 40
I
Identity Protection
changing settings 63
disabling 62
protecting applications 66
protecting websites 69
supported browsers 62
import settings 177
index.dat file, clearing entries 131
installation on a PC 2
internal security 156
Internet Explorer, clearing activity traces 128
Internet files, deleting 130
Internet heuristics 174
Internet Security Plus edition 2
iOS app 4
iPhone app 4
D
desktop icon
displaying after installation 164
including in installation 5
detection configuration 56
disk usage, lowering 165
E
editions of SecureAnywhere 2
enhanced customer support setting 168
Execution History
storing details 165
viewing 145
export settings 177
K
kernal, prevent programs from modifying 40
keycode
changing 151
entering on registration 9
hiding on screen 164
locating 4
keyloggers, protection from 71
knowledgebase 184
F
firewall
alerts 49
disabling 48
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password
requiring for configuration changes 168
setting 9
Password Management
downloading component 75
using 74
personal security code 9-10
phishing, protection from 62, 65, 71
policies, resetting 59
popularity heuristics 172
preferences, setting 156
processes
block or allow 138
preventing changes 40
protection statistics 146
proxy server settings 169
publications, Webroot 185
L
language, changing 5
license, renewing 152
Local heuristics 174
lock icon in system tray 66, 69
login credentials, protection 65
logon user history, clearing 125
LSP chain, monitoring 40
M
Mac installation 3
main interface 12
malware testing in a sandbox 140
man-in-the-browser attacks, protection from 72
man-in-the-middle attacks, protection from 65,
71
master boot record infections, protection
Q
against 27
media player bar history, clearing 130
memory dump files, removing 125
mobile apps 4
quarantine
deleting items from 55
managing file detection 56
restoring items from 55
using antimalware tools 58
N
network applications, monitoring 50
Network heuristics 174
R
Realtime shield, changing settings 32
Recycle Bin, deleting contents 120
registry streams, clearing history 125
removal script 59
renewing subscription 152
resource usage 156, 165
rootkits, protection against 27
O
Offline heuristics 174
offline protection in Realtime shield 34
Offline shield 30
opening SecureAnywhere 12
Overview panel 12
S
P
safe mode, rebooting in 59
SafeStart sandbox, using 140
padlock icon in system tray 66, 69
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scans
automatic scanning 18
changing preferences 25
changing schedule 22
disabling automatic schedule 24
hide progress window 24
launching on bootup 24
reducing memory usage 27
removing a specific threat 59
running from Windows Explorer 27
running on-demand 19
saving a scan log 142
scan new or modified files 34
suppresing during games or movies 24
suppressing on battery power 24
viewing scan results 18
screen capture programs, allowing 65
screen grabbers, protecting from 72
screensaver, resetting 59
search engine results
analyzing 43
Web Threat protection 45
Secure File Removal 132
SecureAnywhere editions 2
Security Center, listing SecureAnywhere in 164
security code 9
security question and answer 9
self protection 180
set and forget protection 156
settings
access control 166
basic configuration 162
heuristics 172
importing or exporting to another
automatic quarantine 34
Behavior shield 35
Core System shield 38
disabling 30
Offline shield 30
Realtime shield 32
USB shield 30
viewing settings 30
Web Threat shield 41
Zero Day shield 30
shortcut, desktop
displaying after installation 164
including in installation 5
shredding files 132
shutdown command, removing from tray
menu 165
software updates 153
splash screen, disabling on bootup 164
Start Menu, removing SecureAnywhere
from 164
starting SecureAnywhere 12
statistics, protection 146
status, viewing 15
submit a file to Webroot 187
subscription, extending 152
support options 184
sync folders
adding 88
disabling from sync 95
sharing across computers 92
synchronizing files 81
System Analyzer 143
System Cleaner
changing application settings 126
changing Internet Explorer history 128
changing Windows Desktop settings 120
changing Windows system settings 123
running a cleanup 114
running from Explorer 118
computer 177
proxy server 169
self protection 180
shields
automatic blocking 34
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Index
running on a schedule 117
running on bootup 118
using Secure File Removal 132
viewing the cleanup log 135
System Control 138
system requirements 2
System Temp folder, clearing 125
system tray icon, showing 164
system tray menu 14
Windows, removing activity traces 123
X
X in search results 45
Z
Zero Day shield 30
T
Technical Support 184
threat log, saving 186
tray alerts 14
U
uninstalling SecureAnywhere 7
updates
automatically downloading 164
checking for 153
URL grabbing attacks, protection from 71
URL history, clearing 130
USB heuristics 174
USB shield 30
users, disabling access for 168
W
wallpaper, resetting 59
Web Threat shield 41
Webroot publications 185
Webroot Support 184
website surfing, protection 44
website threat protection 44
website whitelists and blacklists 42
Windows Desktop, removing history traces 120
Windows firewall 48
Windows Temp folder, clearing 124
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SecureAnywhere for PCs User Guide - source url

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