Antivirus Zap - Virus Scanner 4.3.0 Mac download

You copy a batch of screenshots from a client's Mac, drag them into Antivirus Zap, and it scans for threats while optimizing the images for upload. That's the kind of utility this is: a malware and adware scanner that sits alongside your daily tools, not a heavyweight security suite.

Detects Threats, Runs Quick Scans, and Restores Browsers

• Threat detection — Finds malware and suspicious files already on your Mac.
• Quick scan — A fast check for common issues; standard scan digs deeper.
• Browser Restore Scan — Removes cookies, extensions, and caches from installed browsers.
• Image and video tools — Automatically optimizes copied images, compresses video files, and adjusts resolution.
• Drag-and-drop optimization — Drop files into the app to process them.
• Integration — Works with Dropshare for uploads and Apple Shortcuts for automation.

Scan Won't Start? Check macOS Version and App Installation

People sometimes hit the same few things. Here's what to check.

• Scan won't start — Antivirus Zap needs macOS 13 or later. If you're on an older system, it won't run. Also confirm the app copied fully into the Applications folder before opening.
• Files don't respond to drag-and-drop — The app only accepts supported formats (HEIC, TIFF, MOV, and others it recognizes). Try a standard scan first to make sure the file isn't locked by another process.
• Browser Restore Scan does nothing — It targets cookies, extensions, and caches. Close all browsers before running it. If extensions reinstall, check your browser's sync settings are off during the scan.
• Scheduled scans don't fire — Verify your Mac isn't sleeping or shut down at the scheduled time. The app uses macOS scheduling, which respects power settings.
• Optimization seems slow on video — Compressing large MOV files or adjusting resolution takes time on any machine. Let it finish. You can pause the queue by closing the app window (scan continues in the background).

Best for IT Generalists and Support Staff

Antivirus Zap fits three kinds of Mac users best.

IT generalists and support staff — You manage multiple Macs, often in small businesses. A quick scan per machine plus Browser Restore Scan clears common adware and junk files before you hand it back. The drag-and-drop optimization is a bonus when you need to resize images for documentation.

Creative pros with messy downloads — Photographers and video editors who grab assets from varied sources appreciate the combined threat check and format conversion. Drop a folder of HEICs from a shoot, let the app scan and convert to JPEGs in one pass.

Any Mac user who wants a second opinion — Macs don't often get malware, but adware and tracking cookies do appear. A scheduled quick scan once a day catches those without slowing you down. It's a lightweight habit.

Installation and Compatibility Questions Answered

Will it conflict with my existing antivirus software?

No. It scans on demand or by schedule, not in the background constantly. It won't interfere with other security tools. Your normal Mac security settings stay untouched.

Works on Intel and Apple Silicon Macs

Yes. One installer covers ARM and x86 64-bit architectures. Works on any Mac running macOS 13 or later.

Does it clean browser extensions permanently?

Browser Restore Scan removes cookies, caches, and extensions from the browsers it finds on your Mac. It doesn't modify browser settings or your saved passwords. Extensions that sync from a cloud account may reappear if you log back in with sync enabled.

What happens to my optimized files?

They stay where you dropped them or where you saved after processing. The app doesn't delete originals unless you tell it to. You get a new, smaller, or converted copy.

Can I schedule scans for different times on different days?

Yes. You can set one or multiple scan times per day. Use the scheduling panel in the app to pick times. Each scan runs the same type (quick or standard) across all scheduled slots.