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ClamWin

Free open-source antivirus for Windows using ClamAV

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About ClamWin

ClamWin is a free open-source antivirus for Windows built on the ClamAV scanning engine, offering on-demand scanning, scheduled scans and automatic virus database updates. It integrates with Windows Explorer and Outlook but does not include a real-time on-access scanner.

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ClamWin: strengths & things to check

Strengths

  • Completely free to use — this directory lists no paid plan for it.
  • Covers antivirus, malware scanner, open source, windows — see the focus areas listed in its key facts.
  • Has 6 close alternatives in the same category on this page, so switching or comparing is easy.

Things to check

  • Free tools can change their model or shut down — avoid locking critical work into it without an export path.
  • Current plan prices are not listed here (they change too often to print reliably) — confirm the exact price on the official site.
  • It is one of 1194 tools in the Utilities & Security category here — compare it against the alternatives below before you commit.

Derived from this listing's own data (pricing model, focus areas and category) — not a hands-on review score.

ClamWin pricing

Pricing modelFree — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
Free accessYes — fully free
Current plan pricesListed on the official site — prices change, so this directory links out instead of printing a number that may already be stale.
Official siteclamwin.com

ClamWin key facts

ClamWin FAQ

How much does ClamWin cost?

Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. Current plans and prices are listed on the official site (clamwin.com).

What is ClamWin used for?

Free open-source antivirus for Windows using ClamAV Its focus areas in the Utilities & Security category: antivirus, malware scanner, open source, windows.

Where can I try ClamWin?

On its official site, clamwin.com — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.

ClamWin vs alternatives

ClamWinEmsisoft Anti-MalwareExecutorK-Meleon
PricingFree — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.Paid — this directory does not list a free tier for it.Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
Focus areasantivirus, malware scanner, open source, windowsanti malware, antivirus, ransomware protection, windowslauncher, keyboard, windows, open sourceweb browser, open source, lightweight, windows
Official siteclamwin.comemsisoft.comexecutor.dkkmeleonbrowser.org
Directory statusListedListedListedListed

Side-by-side from each listing's own directory data. Full alternative cards are below.

About the Utilities & Security category

Password managers, cloud storage, and VPNs for everyday digital security. The Utilities & Security category on Tools Hub currently lists 1194 tools. Alongside ClamWin, it includes ReNamer, ZoneAlarm, Comodo Firewall, Panda Dome.

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