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AdwCleaner vs Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool: catalog facts
AdwCleaner	Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool
Free Free to download and use.	Free Free from Microsoft.
Windows	Windows
Removes adware, PUPs and browser hijackers Runs on demand without installation	Updated monthly by Microsoft Reverses changes made by removed malware
Windows only On-demand cleaner, not real-time protection	Only targets specific prevalent malware families Not a replacement for an antivirus product
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License: Freeware
No account needed	No account needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 2, 2026

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