Anti-virus Dr.Web Light

Free basic anti-virus protection for Android mobile devices

Free Anti-virus Dr.Web Light for Android Devices

"Anti-virus Dr.Web Light" is a free anti-virus application for Android devices, providing basic protection against malware, ransomware neutralization, and customizable scanning options. It features the unique Origins Tracing™ technology for detecting unknown threats, minimal system impact, and detailed operation statistics. Note that this version lacks advanced components like Call and SMS filter, so for full protection, consider Dr.Web Security Space for Android.
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By: Dr.Web
Version: 12.2.4 (Last updated: 2024-10-24)
Version code: 19134
Creation date: 2010-07-26
Permissions:
  • android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  • android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
  • android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
  • android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE
  • android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS
  • android.permission.GET_TASKS
  • android.permission.INTERNET
  • android.permission.KILL_BACKGROUND_PROCESSES
  • android.permission.MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
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Size: 21.39M

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App summary

About
Free basic anti-virus protection for mobile devices running Android OS 4.4 — 14.
Features and advantages of the protection components
Anti-virus
• Quick or full file system scans, as well as custom scans of user-specified files and folders.
• On-demand file system scans;
• Neutralises encryption ransomware: malicious processes are terminated even if a device is locked; lockers not yet present in the Dr.Web virus database are blocked; data remains intact, eliminating the need to pay criminals a ransom.
• Detects new, unknown malware thanks to the unique Origins Tracing™ technology.
• Moves detected threats to the quarantine from which isolated files and applications can be restored.
•Minimal impact on system performance.
• Economises traffic due to the small size of the virus database updates, which is particularly important for users whose mobile device plans have usage limits.
•Detailed anti-virus operation statistics.
• A convenient and interactive widget for launching a scan from the device desktop.

Important

Anti-virus Dr.Web Light alone is not enough to protect your device from all types of modern-day threats. This version lacks important components, including the Call and SMS Filter, the Anti-theft and the URL filter. To protect your mobile device from all types of cyberthreats, use the comprehensive protection product Dr.Web Security Space for Android

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Powerful malware detection capabilities
  • Custom and specific scanning options available
  • Good user interface with simple navigation
  • Minimal battery consumption and system resource usage
  • Effective protection against viruses and malware
Cons
  • Absence of automatic scanning after updates
  • Long scan times, especially for full scans
  • Intrusive notifications that can feel harassing
  • Removal of real-time protection, leading to concerns about security
  • Some users report the app stops working or requires manual intervention
Most mentioned
  • Removal of automatic scanning feature
  • Long duration of scans
  • Intrusive or repetitive notifications
  • Custom scanning options and ability to scan specific files
  • Overall effectiveness in detecting malware
User reviews
by Anonymous, Invalid Date

I hadn't even used the app yet and had to delete it, which was a shame. The notification made me feel alarmed as the icon looked like something was wrong with my phone, and despite dismissing the notification, it came back within a few minutes, which feels harassing.
by Simone Preston, 2024-11-24

This is a moderate anti virus app with basic options similar to any other product. Like others, back end that enables h@ckers to have a high leverage if they wish to mess with users. ZiX ( AUTONOMY.PROJECTS00 ) via IG offers a more secure and the best anti malware/spyware service options that does a more comprehensive defence against threats and also have an anti spy service set up to repel future h@ckjng attempt. The link is set up in such a way that it repels threats immediately it detects it.
by Chen Hong, 2024-10-16
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