Updating Spy Sweeper Spyware Definitions

Webroot is constantly updating the spyware definitions that Spy Sweeper uses to detect spyware, adware, and other unwanted programs. You should update the definitions at least once a week to ensure that you are using the latest definitions.

Spy Sweeper can notify you whenever new definitions are available. You can also check for updated definitions anytime. While your subscription is valid, you can download and install the updated definitions.

Note: You must connect to the Internet to update Spy Sweeper definitions.

To update the Spy Sweeper spyware definitions:

Start Spy Sweeper, if it is not already open, and display the main window.
For more information, see Starting Spy Sweeper.
In the icon panel, click Options.
For information about the Spy Sweeper window, see Understanding the Spy Sweeper Window.
The Options panel displays.
Click the Program Options tab.
The Program Options tab displays.
Click Update Definitions.
You can also click the Check for Definition Update link from the Home panel.
If new definitions are available, Spy Sweeper downloads and installs them from the Webroot Web site. The Download Progress bar and Information box show the status of the download.
If no new definitions are available, the Information box tells you that your definitions are up to date.
If you want Spy Sweeper to automatically notify you of updates, select the Automatic Check for Updates option. If you want Spy Sweeper to also automatically download new definitions, select the Automatically Download Definition Updates if Available option.