Download and install IKARUS anti.virus
Protect your computer quickly and easily from viruses, trojans, and other threats.
Tu use IKARUS anti.virus, install the software and add your license file to activate protection.
Using IKARUS anti.virus in the cloud? This is the version with the cloud management portal. Here you’ll find everything you need to set it up and get started.
Step-by-step guide: How to install and activate IKARUS anti.virus
Step 1: Download the correct version
Find out your Windows version:
- Open the Start menu and type “System Information”.
- Open the app and look for “System Type”:
- x64-based PC → choose the 64-bit version
- ARM64-based PC → choose the ARM64 version
- The 32-bit version is no longer supported. Existing users will still receive security updates (malware scan engine and virus database), but no further program updates.
Download the setup file:
- Click on the button that matches your system:
Open the file:
- After downloading, you’ll find the file in your Downloads folder. You can also search for SetupVU.
- Double-click the file to start the installation.
Step 2: Installation
- Follow the instructions shown on the screen.
- Click “Next”, “Agree”, and “Install” when prompted.
- Once the installation is complete, you can open IKARUS anti.virus using the desktop icon or the Start menu icon.
- A computer restart is not required.
Step 3: Activate your license
- After your order, you’ll receive a license file via email.
- Open the installed IKARUS anti.virus program.
- To activate your license, double-click the license file when prompted — either during installation or afterward, if the program is already installed.
- Alternatively, you can add the license manually: Go to the IKARUS anti.virus menu and select: Help > License file or activation code…
Step 4: Update and first scan
- Check for updates: Open IKARUS anti.virus, go to the “Updates” section, and click “Update now” to get the latest protection.
- Then, click “Start scan” to check your computer for malware.
Our recommendation: Enable automatic virus scans
Set up a weekly scan profile that automatically checks important areas of your computer for viruses and other malware.
Choose a time when your computer is usually on and active.
If your computer was off during the scheduled time, the scan can run later automatically.
Enable the feature in your scan profile:
- Open IKARUS anti.virus and go to the “Scan” tab.
- Click the small gear icon next to your selected scan profile.
- Check the box labeled „Make up for missed scan“.
