How to Install Malwarebytes Account?

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Malwarebytes Account is used to manage your Malwarebytes subscriptions, licenses, billing information, devices, and account settings. The account itself is created online rather than installed on your computer. After creating the account, you can install the Malwarebytes application on Windows or Mac and sign in to activate your subscription.

If you are looking for how to install Malwarebytes Account, follow the steps below to create your account and install the Malwarebytes application.

How to Create a Malwarebytes Account?

If you purchased a Malwarebytes subscription online, an account may already be linked to the email address used for the purchase. Malwarebytes sends an invitation email with the subject “Setup your Malwarebytes Account.”

To activate your account:

1. Open your email inbox.
2. Search for the email from Malwarebytes.
3. Look for the email titled “Setup your Malwarebytes Account.”
4. Open the email.
5. Click Create my account.
6. Check that your email address is correct.
7. Enter a password.
8. Enter the password again to confirm it.
9. Complete the “I'm not a robot” verification.
10. Click Sign in.
11. Your Malwarebytes Account is now ready.

If you purchased a license key from a retail store or another online retailer, you can create an account manually instead.

How to Sign Up for a Malwarebytes Account?

If you do not have an account invitation, you can sign up manually.

Follow these steps:

1. Open a web browser.
2. Go to the Malwarebytes Account page.
3. Click Sign up.
4. Enter your email address.
5. Enter your first name.
6. Enter your last name.
7. Create a password.
8. Confirm your password.
9. Complete the verification.
10. Click Create Account.

After creating the account, you can add your license key to your Malwarebytes profile if you purchased a license separately.

How to Install Malwarebytes on Windows?

After creating your Malwarebytes Account, you can install the Malwarebytes application on your Windows computer.

Malwarebytes currently supports Windows 10 and Windows 11. The current requirements include at least 4 GB of memory and 1 GB of available disk space during installation. An active internet connection is required for installation, activation, and updates.

To install Malwarebytes on Windows:

1. Open your web browser.
2. Go to the official Malwarebytes website.
3. Download Malwarebytes for Windows.
4. Open your Downloads folder.
5. Locate the MBsetup.exe file.
6. Double-click MBsetup.exe.
7. Click Yes if Windows displays a permission prompt.
8. Click Install.
9. Select Personal.
10. Click Next.
11. Wait for the installation to complete.
12. Click Open Malwarebytes.

The official Malwarebytes installation guide identifies MBsetup.exe as the Windows installer and recommends selecting Personal for a personal computer.

How to Install Malwarebytes on Mac?

You can also install Malwarebytes on a compatible Mac after creating your account.

To install Malwarebytes on Mac:

1. Open Safari or another web browser.
2. Download Malwarebytes for Mac.
3. Open your Downloads folder.
4. Double-click the Malwarebytes installation file.
5. Read the Introduction and click Continue.
6. Review the license agreement.
7. Click Continue.
8. Click Agree when prompted.
9. Confirm the installation.
10. Click Install.
11. Enter your Mac username and password or use Touch ID.
12. Click Install Software.
13. Wait for the installation to finish.
14. Click Close.
15. Open Malwarebytes.

Malwarebytes may also require you to grant certain permissions, such as Full Disk Access, before the application can be fully used.

How to Connect Your Malwarebytes Account to the App?

Once Malwarebytes is installed, you can sign in to your account from the application.

On Windows:

1. Open Malwarebytes.
2. Click Activate now on the welcome screen.
3. Click Sign in.
4. The Malwarebytes Account login page will open.
5. Enter your account email address.
6. Enter your password.
7. Click Sign in.
8. Check your email for the verification code.
9. Enter the verification code.
10. Click Verify code.
11. Click OK.
12. Click Continue to Dashboard.

After verification, your Malwarebytes subscription should be activated and connected to the application.

How to Activate Malwarebytes Account Subscription?

If you already have the Malwarebytes application installed, you can activate your subscription directly from the app.

Follow these steps:

1. Open Malwarebytes.
2. Go to My subscription.
3. Click 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 the activation to complete.

Malwarebytes confirms that signing in with your account can activate your subscription on Windows and Mac.

How to Add a License Key to Malwarebytes Account?

If you purchased a Malwarebytes license key separately, you can create an account and link the license to your profile.

To do this:

1. Sign in to your Malwarebytes Account.
2. Open your account settings or subscription area.
3. Select the option to add or link a license key.
4. Enter your license information.
5. Follow the instructions shown on the screen.
6. Complete the activation process.

Malwarebytes recommends creating an account and linking a separately purchased license key to the account before activating the subscription.

What If My Malwarebytes Account Already Exists?

If you try to create an account with an email address that is already registered, Malwarebytes displays a message indicating that the user is already registered. In this situation, you should sign in to the existing account instead of creating another account.

If you cannot remember your password, use the password-reset option on the Malwarebytes Account login page.

What to Do If Malwarebytes Account Invitation Email Is Missing?

If you purchased Malwarebytes but cannot find the account invitation email, check your spam or junk folder.

Follow these steps:

1. Open your email account.
2. Check the Inbox folder.
3. Open the Spam or Junk folder.
4. Search for “Setup your Malwarebytes Account.”
5. Check whether the invitation email was filtered.
6. If you still cannot find it, contact Malwarebytes Support.

Malwarebytes recommends contacting Support if you cannot locate the account invitation email.

What to Do If Malwarebytes Will Not Install?

If the Malwarebytes application does not install on Windows, check your internet connection first. Malwarebytes also recommends temporarily disabling third-party antivirus software, VPNs, or proxy settings if they are interfering with installation.

You can also try these steps:

1. Restart your computer.
2. Check your internet connection.
3. Download the installer again.
4. Make sure Windows is supported.
5. Run the installer from your local computer.
6. Temporarily check third-party security software.
7. Check VPN and proxy settings.
8. Try the installation again.

Malwarebytes recommends running the installer locally rather than directly from a network drive.

How to Install Malwarebytes on Windows 10?

Windows 10 is currently supported by Malwarebytes.

To install it:

1. Download Malwarebytes for Windows.
2. Open the downloaded MBsetup.exe file.
3. Click Yes.
4. Click Install.
5. Select Personal.
6. Complete the setup.
7. Open Malwarebytes.
8. Click Activate now.
9. Sign in to your Malwarebytes Account.
10. Enter the verification code sent to your email.
11. Continue to the Malwarebytes dashboard.

Windows 10 is listed among the supported operating systems for the current Malwarebytes application.

How to Install Malwarebytes on Windows 11?

Windows 11 is also supported by the current Malwarebytes application.

Follow these steps:

1. Download Malwarebytes for Windows.
2. Open MBsetup.exe.
3. Click Yes.
4. Select Install.
5. Choose Personal.
6. Complete the installation.
7. Open Malwarebytes.
8. Click Activate now.
9. Sign in with your Malwarebytes Account.
10. Verify your identity using the code sent to your email.
11. Click Continue to Dashboard.

Malwarebytes also supports ARM-based Windows 11 devices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I install a Malwarebytes Account?

No. A Malwarebytes Account is created online rather than installed like an application. You create the account through the Malwarebytes website and then install the Malwarebytes application on your device.

Do I need a Malwarebytes Account to use the application?

You can install Malwarebytes without necessarily having an account, but an account is useful for managing subscriptions and activating subscription protection. Malwarebytes supports signing in to activate a subscription.

How do I create a Malwarebytes Account?

Go to the Malwarebytes Account page, select Sign up, enter your email address and name, create a password, complete the verification, and click Create Account.

Can I use the same Malwarebytes Account on another device?

Yes. Your Malwarebytes Account can be used to manage your subscription and activate protection on supported devices, depending on your subscription. Malwarebytes also provides options for transferring subscriptions between devices.

Why am I not receiving my Malwarebytes Account invitation?

Check your spam or junk email folder and search for the subject “Setup your Malwarebytes Account.” If you still cannot find the invitation, Malwarebytes recommends contacting Support.

Can I install Malwarebytes on Windows 11?

Yes. Windows 11 is currently supported by Malwarebytes.

Can I install Malwarebytes on Mac?

Yes. Malwarebytes provides a Mac application with installation and activation steps for supported macOS versions.

Conclusion

You do not install a Malwarebytes Account like a software program. Instead, you create or activate your Malwarebytes Account online and then install the Malwarebytes application on your Windows or Mac device.

After installing the application, sign in with your Malwarebytes Account to activate your subscription. You can then use your account to manage your subscription, devices, licenses, and other account information.