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{{Infobox software
| name           = Trend Micro HouseCall
| logo          = [[File:Trend_Micro_logo.png|200px]]
| developer     = [[Trend Micro]]
| latest_release_version = Current (Regularly updated)
| operating_system = [[Microsoft Windows]], [[macOS]], [[Android]]
| genre         = [[Antivirus software]], [[Malware removal]]
| license       = Freeware
| website       = [https://www.trendmicro.com/en_us/forHome/products/housecall.html Trend Micro HouseCall Official Website]
}}

== Overview ==
'''Trend Micro HouseCall''' is a free on-demand malware scanning and removal tool developed by [[Trend Micro]]. It is designed to detect and remove viruses, spyware, worms, and other malicious software from infected systems. HouseCall provides cloud-based scanning technology to detect the latest threats without requiring full antivirus installation.

== Features ==
* Free, on-demand malware scanning and removal.
* Uses cloud-based threat intelligence for up-to-date detection.
* Detects viruses, spyware, rootkits, trojans, and other malware.
* Lightweight and does not require full installation.
* Available for Windows, macOS, and Android.

== Compatibility ==
Trend Micro HouseCall is compatible with:
* Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11
* macOS (latest versions)
* Android (Google Play Store)

An internet connection is required for cloud-based scanning.

== Usage ==
# Download HouseCall from the official Trend Micro website.
# Run the executable (no installation required for Windows).
# Select scan options (Quick, Full, or Custom).
# Allow the scan to complete and review detected threats.
# Remove or quarantine threats as needed.

== Pros & Cons ==
=== Pros ===
* ✔ Free and easy to use.
* ✔ Cloud-based scanning for up-to-date threat detection.
* ✔ Does not require permanent installation.

=== Cons ===
* ✘ No real-time protection (only on-demand scanning).
* ✘ Requires an internet connection for scanning.
* ✘ Lacks advanced security features found in full antivirus suites.

== Alternative Software ==
* '''[[ESET Online Scanner]]''' – Free cloud-based malware scanner.
* '''[[Dr.Web CureIt!]]''' – Standalone malware scanner with on-demand removal.
* '''[[Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool]]''' – Free tool for detecting and removing malware.

== Developer ==
* '''Company:''' [[Trend Micro]]
* '''Status:''' Actively maintained and regularly updated.

== External Links ==
* [https://www.trendmicro.com/en_us/forHome/products/housecall.html Trend Micro HouseCall Official Website]  
* [https://www.trendmicro.com Trend Micro Official Website]