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Overview

Panda Cloud Cleaner was a free cloud-based malware removal tool developed by Panda Security. It used advanced heuristic scanning and cloud-based threat intelligence to detect and remove malware, including hidden threats that traditional antivirus programs might miss. Unlike full antivirus software, Panda Cloud Cleaner focused on on-demand scanning and was designed to work alongside existing security programs.

Features

  • Cloud-based malware scanning and removal.
  • Detects viruses, rootkits, spyware, and other advanced threats.
  • Uses heuristic analysis to identify unknown malware.
  • Portable and does not require installation.
  • Works alongside existing antivirus software.
  • Free to use with no subscription required.

Compatibility

Panda Cloud Cleaner was compatible with:

  • Windows XP
  • Windows Vista
  • Windows 7
  • Windows 8
  • Windows 10

The tool was discontinued as newer security solutions were integrated into Panda Security’s main antivirus products.

Usage

  1. Download Panda Cloud Cleaner from the official website (when available).
  2. Run the executable file (no installation required).
  3. Start the scan and allow the tool to analyze the system.
  4. Review detected threats and remove malware as needed.
  5. Restart the computer to complete the cleaning process.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✔ Lightweight and easy to use.
  • ✔ Cloud-based scanning ensures up-to-date malware detection.
  • ✔ Works alongside other antivirus software.

Cons

  • ✘ Discontinued and no longer updated.
  • ✘ Requires an internet connection for full functionality.
  • ✘ No real-time protection (only on-demand scanning).

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