Description
At a glance
AntiVirus v1.6.2 — free WordPress plugin download. Key facts: 30K+ active installs · 4.1/5 rating from 23 reviews · updated September 20, 2026 · requires WordPress 5.0+ & PHP 7.4+.
AntiVirus is an easy-to-use, safe tool to harden your WordPress site against exploits, malware and spam injections.
You can configure AntiVirus to perform an automated daily scan of your theme files. If the plugin detects any suspicious code injections, it will send out a notification to a previously configured e-mail address.
In case your WordPress site has been hacked, AntiVirus will help you to become aware of the problem very quickly in order for you to take immediate action.
Features
- Scan for suspicious code in the theme files (daily scan with email notifications and manual scan) with an option to mark detected cases as false positive
- Checksum verification for WordPress Core files
- Optional: Google Safe Browsing for malware and phishing monitoring.
A complete documentation is available on the AntiVirus website.
Support
- Community support via the support forums on wordpress.org
- We don’t handle support via e-mail, Twitter, GitHub issues etc.
Contribute
- Active development of this plugin is handled on GitHub.
- Pull requests for documented bugs are highly appreciated.
- If you think you’ve found a bug (e.g. you’re experiencing unexpected behavior), please post at the support forums first.
- If you want to help us translate this plugin you can do so on WordPress Translate.
Credits
- Author: Sergej Müller
- Maintainers: pluginkollektiv
Frequently asked questions
What is AntiVirus?
AntiVirus is a free WordPress plugin available under the GPL license. The current version is 1.6.2. It is active on over 30K websites.
Is AntiVirus free to download?
Yes — AntiVirus 1.6.2 is a free GPL download with no hidden fees, no account needed, and no feature locked behind a paywall in this package. Users rate it 4.1 out of 5 based on 23 reviews.
How do I install AntiVirus 1.6.2?
Download the ZIP file from this page, then in your WordPress dashboard go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin, choose the file, click Install Now, then Activate. The plugin works immediately after activation — no license key or extra setup is required for the core features.
What are the requirements for AntiVirus?
AntiVirus 1.6.2 requires WordPress 5.0 or higher and PHP 7.4 or higher. Most modern WordPress hosts already meet these versions. Running older versions may cause features to break, so update WordPress and PHP first if your site is behind.
When was AntiVirus last updated?
Version 1.6.2 was last updated on September 20, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the AntiVirus download safe?
The file is sourced directly from the official WordPress.org repository — the same file the developer published. It is served unmodified, so what you install here is byte-identical to the official release.
Version: 1.6.2
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.6.2 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | September 20, 2026 |
| Active installs | 30,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★☆ 4.1/5 (23 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 7.4 or higher |
| Author | pluginkollektiv |
| Tags | antivirus, malware, safe-browsing, scanner, vulnerability |
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