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Spybot - Search & DestroyAdlice Protect
Paid

Home and Professional editions are sold as subscriptions.

 Freemium

Free for personal use; Premium costs $15 per year and Technician $35 per year.

Windows Windows
  • Long history as a dedicated anti-spyware tool
  • Several editions to compare
  • Anti-rootkit scanning in the free edition
  • ARM64 Windows build available
  • Windows only
  • Main editions require a subscription
  • Real-time protection requires Premium
  • Free edition is for personal use only
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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