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Malwarebytes allows eligible subscriptions to be used across multiple devices, platforms, and products. The number of devices you can protect depends on your subscription. Current Malwarebytes subscription plans can cover multiple devices, and you can manage activated devices from your Malwarebytes Account.

If you want to install Malwarebytes on multiple computers, phones, or tablets, you first need to make sure your subscription has enough available device seats. Then install Malwarebytes on each device and activate the subscription using your Malwarebytes Account or another supported activation method.

Check Your Malwarebytes Subscription

Before installing Malwarebytes on multiple devices, check how many devices your subscription covers.

To check your subscription:

  1. Open a web browser.
  2. Sign in to your Malwarebytes Account.
  3. Open your subscription information.
  4. Check the number of devices included with your plan.
  5. Check how many devices are already activated.
  6. Determine whether you have an available device slot.

Malwarebytes provides account tools for managing subscriptions and activated devices.

If you have reached your device limit, you may need to add additional devices to your subscription or deactivate an existing device.

How to Add More Devices to a Malwarebytes Subscription?

If your current subscription does not have enough available devices, you can add more devices when supported by your plan.

Follow these steps:

  1. Sign in to your Malwarebytes Account.
  2. Open your subscription page.
  3. Select the option to add devices.
  4. Increase the number of devices to the total number you want to protect.
  5. Review the updated subscription price.
  6. Confirm your payment method.
  7. Follow the instructions on the screen.
  8. Complete the purchase.

Malwarebytes states that you can increase the number of devices from your account, with the subscription price adjusted based on the total number of devices.

Subscriptions purchased through the Google Play Store or Apple App Store have different management options and cannot be upgraded directly from the Malwarebytes Account in the same way as subscriptions purchased from the Malwarebytes Online Store.

How to Install Malwarebytes on the First Device?

Start by installing Malwarebytes on your primary computer or mobile device.

For Windows:

  1. Download Malwarebytes for Windows.
  2. Open the downloaded installer.
  3. Double-click MBsetup.exe.
  4. Click Yes when Windows asks for permission.
  5. Click Install.
  6. Select Personal if the device is for personal or family use.
  7. Complete the setup.
  8. Open Malwarebytes.
  9. Click Activate now.
  10. Sign in to your Malwarebytes Account.

The current Malwarebytes Windows installation process uses MBsetup.exe and allows you to activate the application with an account, license key, or MB code.

How to Install Malwarebytes on a Second Windows Device?

After activating your first device, you can install Malwarebytes on another Windows computer if your subscription has an available device.

Follow these steps:

  1. Go to the second Windows computer.
  2. Open a web browser.
  3. Download Malwarebytes for Windows.
  4. Open the downloaded MBsetup.exe file.
  5. Click Yes.
  6. Click Install.
  7. Select Personal.
  8. Complete the installation.
  9. Open Malwarebytes.
  10. Click Activate now.
  11. Select Sign in.
  12. Enter the same Malwarebytes Account email address.
  13. Enter your password.
  14. Complete the verification step.
  15. Continue to the Malwarebytes dashboard.

The subscription can be activated on the second device as long as your subscription has an available device slot.

How to Install Malwarebytes on Multiple Windows Computers?

If you want to protect several Windows computers, repeat the installation process on each computer.

For each Windows device:

  1. Download Malwarebytes.
  2. Run the installer.
  3. Click Install.
  4. Select Personal or Business as appropriate.
  5. Open Malwarebytes after installation.
  6. Click Activate now.
  7. Sign in to your Malwarebytes Account.
  8. Complete email verification if requested.
  9. Confirm that the device has been activated.

Each device consumes a device slot under your subscription. Malwarebytes also treats separate operating systems installed on the same computer as separate devices for subscription purposes.

How to Install Malwarebytes on a Mac?

You can install Malwarebytes on a supported Mac if your subscription allows another device.

Follow these steps:

  1. Open Safari or another browser on the Mac.
  2. Download Malwarebytes for Mac.
  3. Open the downloaded installer.
  4. Click Continue.
  5. Review the license agreement.
  6. Click Agree.
  7. Click Install.
  8. Enter your Mac password or use Touch ID when requested.
  9. Complete the installation.
  10. Open Malwarebytes.
  11. Sign in to your Malwarebytes Account.
  12. Complete the activation process.

Malwarebytes provides separate installation instructions for Windows and macOS and supports account-based activation after installation.

How to Install Malwarebytes on Android?

Malwarebytes also provides mobile security for Android devices.

To install Malwarebytes on Android:

  1. Open Google Play Store.
  2. Search for Malwarebytes.
  3. Select the official Malwarebytes application.
  4. Tap Install.
  5. Wait for the installation to finish.
  6. Open Malwarebytes.
  7. Go to Settings.
  8. Open My Subscriptions.
  9. Select the subscription option.
  10. Sign in with your Malwarebytes Account.
  11. Complete the activation process.

If your subscription was purchased through the Malwarebytes Online Store, you can activate it by signing in to your Malwarebytes Account. Google Play purchases are normally restored through the Google Play purchase option.

How to Install Malwarebytes on iPhone or iPad?

You can also use Malwarebytes on supported iOS and iPadOS devices.

Follow these steps:

  1. Open the Apple App Store.
  2. Search for Malwarebytes.
  3. Select the official Malwarebytes application.
  4. Tap Get.
  5. Install the application.
  6. Open Malwarebytes.
  7. Go to Settings.
  8. Select My Subscriptions.
  9. Tap Already have a Subscription.
  10. Select Sign in.
  11. Enter your Malwarebytes Account information.
  12. Complete activation.

If you purchased the subscription through the Apple App Store, use the Restore App Store purchase option when appropriate.

How to Activate Malwarebytes on Multiple Devices?

After installing Malwarebytes on each device, you need to activate the subscription.

For Windows and Mac:

  1. Open Malwarebytes.
  2. Click My subscription.
  3. Open the three-dot menu on your subscription card.
  4. Select Activate subscription.
  5. Click Sign in.
  6. Enter your Malwarebytes Account email address.
  7. Enter your password.
  8. Click Sign in.
  9. Check your email for the verification code.
  10. Enter the verification code.
  11. Click Submit.
  12. Wait for activation to complete.

Malwarebytes confirms that account sign-in can be used to activate the subscription on Windows and Mac.

How to Use an MB Code on Another Device?

Malwarebytes provides an MB Code option for sharing an available subscription with another device.

Before generating a code, make sure the Malwarebytes application is already installed on the other device and that your subscription has an available device slot.

To generate an MB Code from your account:

  1. Sign in to your Malwarebytes Account.
  2. Select Share with another device or person.
  3. Click Send Invitation.
  4. Find Use a quick access code.
  5. Click Create code.
  6. Select the type of device.
  7. Click Generate MB Code.
  8. Enter the generated code on the other device.
  9. Click Activate.

Malwarebytes states that MB Codes are valid for 90 seconds and can only be used once.

How to Activate a Second Device With an MB Code?

After installing Malwarebytes on the second device, use the code to activate the subscription.

On Windows or Mac:

  1. Open Malwarebytes.
  2. Open My subscription.
  3. Select Activate subscription.
  4. Choose the license key or MB Code option.
  5. Enter the MB Code.
  6. Click Activate.
  7. Wait for the activation to complete.

On Android or iOS, open My Subscriptions and select the appropriate option for entering an MB Code.

What If You Have Reached the Device Limit?

If you have reached the maximum number of devices included with your subscription, you have two main options.

You can either:

  1. Add more devices to your subscription, or
  2. Deactivate a device you no longer need.

To add more devices, sign in to your Malwarebytes Account and increase the number of devices on your subscription.

If you do not want to add another device, deactivate an existing device to free up a subscription seat.

How to Deactivate an Old Device?

You can deactivate an existing device from your Malwarebytes Account.

Follow these steps:

  1. Sign in to your Malwarebytes Account.
  2. Open the device management section.
  3. Find the device you want to remove.
  4. Click the three-dot menu.
  5. Select Deactivate.
  6. Confirm the deactivation.

Deactivating a device removes it from the subscription but does not uninstall the Malwarebytes application from that device.

You can then use the available subscription seat on another device.

How to Transfer Malwarebytes to Another Device?

If you are replacing an old computer or phone, you can transfer your subscription to the new device.

First:

  1. Deactivate the old device.
  2. Install Malwarebytes on the new device.
  3. Open the application.
  4. Activate the subscription.
  5. Sign in to your Malwarebytes Account.
  6. Complete the verification process.

Malwarebytes specifically recommends deactivating the original device before installing and activating the subscription on the new device.

What to Do If Malwarebytes Will Not Activate on Another Device?

If Malwarebytes will not activate on a second device, check whether your subscription has an available device slot.

You can also try:

  1. Confirm that you are using the correct Malwarebytes Account.
  2. Check your subscription status.
  3. Verify the device limit.
  4. Deactivate an old device if necessary.
  5. Restart the Malwarebytes application.
  6. Check your internet connection.
  7. Sign out and sign back in.
  8. Try activating again.

If you have multiple Malwarebytes subscriptions that you want to combine, Malwarebytes recommends contacting Support about consolidating them.

Can One Malwarebytes Subscription Protect Different Platforms?

Yes. Malwarebytes subscriptions can be used across different devices, platforms, and products, depending on the subscription. Malwarebytes states that each operating system protected on a computer with multiple operating systems is treated as a separate device.

For example, depending on your plan, your subscription may be used across supported Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS devices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I install Malwarebytes on multiple devices?

Yes. Malwarebytes subscriptions can cover multiple devices, depending on the number of device seats included in your subscription.

Can I use the same Malwarebytes Account on multiple devices?

Yes. Your Malwarebytes Account can be used to activate and manage supported devices covered by your subscription.

How many devices can Malwarebytes protect?

The number depends on your subscription. Malwarebytes currently offers subscription options covering different numbers of devices, including plans for multiple devices.

Can I add another computer to my Malwarebytes subscription?

Yes, if your subscription supports additional devices. You can increase the number of devices from your Malwarebytes Account.

Do I have to buy Malwarebytes again for every device?

Not necessarily. If your subscription includes multiple device seats, you can use available seats to activate Malwarebytes on additional supported devices.

What happens if I reach my device limit?

You can either add more devices to your subscription or deactivate an existing device to free up a seat.

Can I transfer Malwarebytes from an old computer to a new computer?

Yes. Deactivate the old device first, then install and activate Malwarebytes on the new device.

Can I use an MB Code to activate another device?

Yes. Malwarebytes provides MB Codes for sharing an available subscription with another device. The code is valid for 90 seconds and can only be used once.

Does deactivating a device uninstall Malwarebytes?

No. Deactivating a device removes it from your subscription but does not uninstall the Malwarebytes application.

Can I install Malwarebytes on Windows and Mac with the same subscription?

Depending on your subscription, Malwarebytes can be used across different platforms and devices. Check your account to confirm the number of available device seats.

Conclusion

Installing Malwarebytes on multiple devices starts with checking the number of devices included in your subscription. Install the Malwarebytes application on each supported Windows, Mac, Android, or iOS device, then activate each device using your Malwarebytes Customer Support Account or another supported activation method.

If you reach the device limit, you can add more devices to your subscription or deactivate an old device. When replacing a computer or mobile device, deactivate the old device first and then activate Malwarebytes on the new device.