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title: Does the eBlocker replace a virus scanner?
description: "No, the eBlocker does not replace a virus scanner. The eBlocker protects your devices from accessing browser-based malware, but can not scan your devices for viruses. To protect your devices, we recommend using your own virus scanner."
url: "https://eblocker.org/en/docs/does-the-eblocker-replace-a-virus-scanner/"
updated: "2020-12-11"
category: General Questions / Before Installation
tags:
  - Needs revision
  - Questions before installation
---

# Does the eBlocker replace a virus scanner?

No, the eBlocker does not replace a virus scanner. The eBlocker protects your devices from accessing browser-based malware, but can not scan your devices for viruses. To protect your devices, we recommend using your own virus scanner.