Spyware and Malware are programs that install in the background of your computer from website's or applications, these programs monitor what you see and do, and reports this information to marketing & data mining company's, often offering you products or website uncontrollably.

These threats are different then viruses, and can require different software to protect your computer. Click here to see more about Anti-Virus Protection.

There are free and paid spyware protection programs, we highly recommend and actively use the combination of our free options. If you feel more comfortable using a paid product we have one below.

This frequently updated anti-spyware program offers the ability to immunize computers against possible threats, as well as remove most every spyware or adware infection. Can include registry protector, and a native scanner/updates.

Download Spybot Search and Destroy

Malwarebytes Anti Malware
An easy-to-use, simple, and effective anti-malware application. Free version available.

Download Malwarebytes Anti Malware Scanner

Trend Micro House call Online Scanner
Note: This is not a native anti-virus, this is a one time scanner used when your normal anti-virus cannot resolve a problem.

Click here to go to Trend Micro's House call Online Scanner

If you feel safer using a paid protection then the following is our recommendation.

Trend Micro Internet Security 2010 - $30.00 plus taxes (Regular $49.95USD).

• An award-winning anti-virus engine protects against computer viruses, worms, Trojan horse programs, and related security threats. Automatic updates immunize you against new computer virus outbreaks for the full duration of your subscription.
• Powerful anti-spyware technology guards your personal information and privacy against spyware, root kits, and other malicious software.
• Prevent your computer from exchanging data without your approval and defend against attacks from the Internet.
• Improved security policies find and stop unwanted attempts to change your operating system and critical software.
• Decide how often you want to receive warnings about security threats.
• Install Trend Micro Internet Security on up to three PCs per household.