The tool features a real time process protection feature whereby infected files and malware that try connecting to a computer are blocked and prevented infection. Furthermore, the real time protection feature quarantines infected files and it can never let them affect the user.
The tool supports a download protection feature that protects the user from downloading infected files; the tool automatically scans files before downloading takes place. With the tools real time registry protection feature, the tool detects and alerts the user when a program tries to make changes to the user’s registry.
Ad-Aware supports a Game Mode feature where the user is able to play games or watch movies while the computer remains protected and the user does not get any interruptions because the game mode temporarily stops security alerts, scans and auto updates, yet security remains tight.
The tool supports a Security Pin Code feature, which enables the user to set up a Security Pin Code for their tool's settings so that different person cannot change them. The tool supports a powerful two-way firewall feature that does not allow hackers to hack into the user’s system to spy or steal their information.
With the tool’s real time email protection feature, the tool detects email borne threats, guarding the user and their friends while communicate via email. It also features an enhanced real time network protection that monitors all going network traffic and blocks access to blacklisted IP addresses and malicious websites.
Ad-Aware’s Parental control feature helps the user to protect their children against negative web content by prohibiting them from accessing adult oriented websites. The app also supports an external storage scan feature that enables the user to scan external devices like USB drives, Memory keys and many more.
| Version | Change log |
| Ad-Aware Free 12.6.1005.11 May 2, 2019 |
What's new in adaware antivirus 12: Simple and beautiful new look Faster and more efficient scans Improved real-time protection Streamlined installed Enhanced network protection More customization for advanced users |
| Ad-Aware Free 11.10.767.89 Jan 30, 2016 |
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