VirusTotal
VirusTotal
VirusTotal is a free service that analyzes suspicious files and URLs to detect types of malware and malicious content using antivirus engines and website scanners. It provides a comprehensive report on the detected threats, offering insights into the safety of the analyzed content.
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5.5 min
3.2 pages per visit
35%
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Domain Rating
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Domain Authority
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Citation Level
2004
English, etc
Website Key Features
File Scanning
Allows users to upload files to be scanned by multiple antivirus engines for malware detection.
URL Scanning
Enables users to submit URLs to be checked for malicious content by various website scanners.
Community Feedback
Users can comment and vote on the results of scans, contributing to the community's knowledge base.
API Access
Provides developers with API access to integrate VirusTotal's scanning capabilities into their own applications.
Historical Data
Offers access to historical scan results, allowing users to track the evolution of a file or URL's safety status over time.
Browser Extensions
Browser extensions are available for quick scanning of files and URLs directly from the web browser.
Mobile App
A mobile application is available for scanning files and URLs on the go.
Email Scanning
Users can forward suspicious emails to VirusTotal for analysis.
Integration with Security Tools
VirusTotal can be integrated with various security tools and platforms for enhanced protection.
Real-time Protection
Provides real-time protection by analyzing files and URLs as they are accessed.
Similar Sites and Competitors
Additional information
Ownership
VirusTotal was acquired by Google in September 2012, but it continues to operate as an independent entity.
Privacy Policy
VirusTotal has a strict privacy policy that ensures user data and submitted files are handled securely and confidentially.
Community Contributions
The platform encourages community contributions, allowing users to share insights and feedback on scan results.
Global Reach
VirusTotal serves a global user base, offering its services in multiple languages to cater to a diverse audience.
Educational Resources
Provides educational resources and guides to help users understand cybersecurity threats and how to protect against them.
HTTP headers
Security headers report is a very important part of user data protection. Learn more about http headers for virustotal.com