{"id":281261,"date":"2026-10-23T12:03:17","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T12:03:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/?p=281261"},"modified":"2026-10-23T12:39:27","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T12:39:27","slug":"best-website-malware-scanners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/best-website-malware-scanners\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Website Malware Scanners: 7 Top Picks for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id=\"h-key-highlights\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compare seven website malware scanners on scan type, coverage, automatic removal, blacklist monitoring and price.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn why a free remote scan is only a spot check, and how continuous server-side scanning catches deeper infections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>See which scanners remove malware for you and which only detect it and leave the cleanup to you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand why blacklist monitoring matters for small businesses that depend on search traffic and visitor trust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find out how Bluehost Malware Protection adds continuous scanning, blacklist monitoring and automatic removal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One infected file can put a security warning in front of your visitors and push your site down in search results. A website malware scanner catches problems like that early. It checks your site for malicious code, then alerts you or removes the threat before it costs you traffic and trust. The best website malware scanner is the one that matches your platform and how much security you want to manage yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike device antivirus apps, the tools in this guide scan your live website or server, where site infections actually happen. If your site runs on Bluehost, Bluehost Malware Protection builds continuous scanning, blacklist monitoring and automatic removal into your hosting, so there\u2019s nothing extra to install.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this blog, we\u2019ll compare seven website malware scanners side by side, explain the difference between free remote scans and continuous server-side protection, and show which tools remove malware and which only detect it. We\u2019ll also help you choose the right option for your platform, budget and comfort level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-top-picks-at-a-glance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top picks at a glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best website malware scanner for most sites is the one that matches your platform and removes threats automatically instead of only detecting them. For sites hosted on Bluehost, that is Bluehost Malware Protection, and the shortlist below adds strong picks for WordPress and any-CMS sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bluehost Malware Protection:<\/strong> best for Bluehost-hosted small business sites that want hands-off, hosting-integrated protection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sucuri:<\/strong> best for multi-CMS website scanning and cleanup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SiteLock:<\/strong> best for automated, hands-off website scanning for site owners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MalCare:<\/strong> best for WordPress malware scanning with easy one-click removal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wordfence:<\/strong> best for WordPress firewall plus scanning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jetpack Security:<\/strong> best for WordPress owners who want backups plus scanning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quttera:<\/strong> best for free, heuristic multi-platform scanning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-comparing-the-best-website-malware-scanners\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comparing the best website malware scanners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The table below lines up all seven scanners on the criteria that decide most purchases: how and where each one scans, whether it removes malware for you, whether it includes a firewall, whether a free check exists and where paid pricing starts. Use it to shortlist two or three options, then read the profiles for the detail behind each pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><th>Scanner<\/th><th>Best for<\/th><th>Scan type and scope<\/th><th>Automatic removal<\/th><th>Firewall (WAF)<\/th><th>Free option<\/th><th>Starting price<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Bluehost Malware Protection<\/td><td>Bluehost-hosted small business sites<\/td><td>Continuous server-side scanning, any Bluehost-hosted site<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Yes, on the AI Malware Defense tier<\/td><td>Included with hosting plans<\/td><td>From $3.99\/mo, renews $9.99\/mo (with hosting)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sucuri<\/td><td>Multi-CMS scanning and cleanup<\/td><td>Free remote scan; server-side on the paid platform<\/td><td>Yes, on the paid platform<\/td><td>Yes, on the paid platform<\/td><td>Yes, SiteCheck remote scan<\/td><td>About $339\/yr (Professional)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SiteLock<\/td><td>Automated hands-off scanning<\/td><td>Cloud daily scans, multi-CMS<\/td><td>Yes, on paid plans<\/td><td>Yes, on paid plans<\/td><td>Yes, one-time external scan<\/td><td>Not publicly listed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MalCare<\/td><td>WordPress removal<\/td><td>Off-site scanning, WordPress only<\/td><td>Yes, from the Repair plan<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Yes, detection only<\/td><td>From $99\/yr (removal from $299\/yr)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wordfence<\/td><td>WordPress firewall plus scanning<\/td><td>Server-side plugin scan, WordPress only<\/td><td>Removal on higher tiers<\/td><td>Yes, endpoint firewall<\/td><td>Yes, 30-day delayed signatures<\/td><td>Premium from $149\/yr<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Jetpack Security<\/td><td>WordPress backups plus scanning<\/td><td>Plugin scan, WordPress only<\/td><td>One-click fixes<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>No, paid bundle<\/td><td>$9.95\/mo first year, renews $19.95\/mo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quttera<\/td><td>Free heuristic scanning<\/td><td>Free remote scan; server-side on ThreatSign<\/td><td>Yes, on higher ThreatSign tiers<\/td><td>Yes, on ThreatSign<\/td><td>Yes, remote scan<\/td><td>ThreatSign from $20\/mo<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The clearest split is between free remote scanners and continuous server-side or hosting-based protection, so use the profiles below to match a tool to your platform. Prices come from each vendor\u2019s official pages and can change, so confirm current pricing before you buy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-we-chose-these-website-malware-scanners\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How we chose these website malware scanners?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No single website malware scanner is best for every site. The right pick depends on your platform, whether you need automatic removal or only detection, and how hands-on you want to be. So instead of crowning one winner, we weighed each tool against the same practical criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We started with how each scanner detects threats, because that shapes what it can catch. A free remote scan checks only the code a browser can see, which is fast but shallow. Continuous server-side scanning inspects your files and database, where deeper infections hide. For the full picture of how these tools inspect files, signatures and behavior, see our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/virus-scanning\/\">how website virus scanning works<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We judged each option on the factors that separate them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Detection method:<\/strong> signature matching, heuristic analysis, and remote versus server-side scanning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coverage:<\/strong> WordPress only or any content management system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Removal:<\/strong> automatic cleanup versus detection that leaves the fix to you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blacklist monitoring:<\/strong> early warning before search engines flag your domain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Firewall:<\/strong> a web application firewall that blocks attacks before they reach your site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Setup and maintenance:<\/strong> whether protection runs at the hosting level or needs a plugin you install, configure and update.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free scan and pricing clarity:<\/strong> whether you can test it and whether prices are public, including renewal costs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These criteria matter because threats move fast. Patchstack recorded 11,334 new vulnerabilities across the WordPress ecosystem in 2025, up 42% year over year, with 91% of them in plugins. Its <a href=\"https:\/\/patchstack.com\/whitepaper\/state-of-wordpress-security-in-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Patchstack 2026 WordPress report<\/a> put the weighted median time to first exploit for heavily attacked vulnerabilities at roughly five hours. That speed is why continuous scanning matters more than an occasional manual check.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Malware scanning isn\u2019t the same as vulnerability scanning, and many sites benefit from both. We cover the difference in our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/web-application-scanning\/\">web application vulnerability scanning<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7 best website malware scanners for 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each scanner below is profiled on the same points: key features, who it\u2019s best for and what to watch for before you buy. We start with Bluehost Malware Protection for Bluehost-hosted sites, then cover WordPress plugins, multi-CMS services and free remote scanners. That way you can compare each one against your own platform and budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-1-bluehost-malware-protection-best-for-small-business-sites\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Bluehost Malware Protection: best for small business sites<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bluehost Malware Protection scans sites hosted on Bluehost around the clock and cleans many threats automatically, which suits owners who would rather run their business than manage security. It is a good fit if you want protection built into your hosting instead of another tool to install.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Continuous, real-time scanning:<\/strong> monitors your site 24\/7 and flags threats as they appear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unlimited pages scanned:<\/strong> scanning covers every page and file on your hosted site, with no page limits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Google blacklist monitoring:<\/strong> regularly checks your site against Google\u2019s blacklist to catch security warnings early.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Automatic and proactive malware removal:<\/strong> removes detected malicious code to reduce downtime and manual work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Malicious process killing:<\/strong> stops harmful processes running on the server, not just infected files.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Live dashboard and reports:<\/strong> shows detected threats and site health in real time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Security seal:<\/strong> a visible badge that shows visitors your site is protected.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Firewall and AI file scanning:<\/strong> the AI Malware Defense tier adds the ThreatShield Smart WAF and AI-powered cloud file scanning. These help detect complex or previously unseen malware.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Attack protection:<\/strong> AI Malware Defense also adds injection attack remediation, brute-force login protection and database SQL injection protection for WordPress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Database scanning and expert cleanup:<\/strong> Bluehost Complete Security adds comprehensive WordPress database scanning and a full cleanup by human experts for a single WordPress site when automated fixes aren\u2019t enough.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pricing is tiered by hosting plan:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Malware Scan &amp; Clean<\/strong> is included with Starter hosting. Starter is $3.99\/mo for a 36-month term and renews at $9.99\/mo. This tier covers continuous scanning, blacklist monitoring, automatic removal, malicious process killing, the live dashboard and 24\/7\/365 support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AI Malware Defense<\/strong> is included with Business hosting and above. Business is $6.99\/mo for a 36-month term and renews at $13.99\/mo. This tier adds the firewall, AI cloud file scanning, and injection, brute-force and SQL injection protection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bluehost Complete Security<\/strong> is an add-on to Business hosting. It costs $5.99\/mo for a 12-month term and renews at $19.99\/mo. It adds comprehensive database scanning and human expert cleanup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Note:<\/strong> Pricing is as of October 2026. For the latest pricing and offerings, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/website-security\">bluehost.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Bluehost-hosted small business owners who want automated, always-on protection without managing a separate plugin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Watch for:<\/strong> Your domain must be hosted with Bluehost. The firewall and AI cloud file scanning start at the AI Malware Defense tier. Comprehensive database scanning and human expert cleanup are part of Complete Security, and the cleanup covers a single WordPress site. No scanner can promise a site will never be infected or blacklisted, so treat these features as strong risk reduction rather than a guarantee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-2-sucuri-best-for-multi-cms-website-scanning-and-cleanup\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Sucuri: best for multi-CMS website scanning and cleanup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sucuri is a well-known option for sites on any content management system, and it splits neatly into a free remote scanner and a paid platform. That structure makes it easy to test before you commit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Free remote scanning:<\/strong> the free Sucuri SiteCheck scanner checks any URL for malware, blacklist status and out-of-date software.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Server-side scanning:<\/strong> the paid platform inspects files on the server, where deeper infections hide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Malware removal:<\/strong> paid plans include malware removal requests handled by the Sucuri team.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Website firewall:<\/strong> the paid platform adds a cloud WAF to block attacks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multi-CMS support:<\/strong> it works across WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, Magento and custom sites.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> owners of non-WordPress or mixed-CMS sites who want a recognized cleanup service behind their scanning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Watch for:<\/strong> SiteCheck is remote only and, in Sucuri\u2019s words, \u201cwill not detect anything on the server-side,\u201d so it is a quick check rather than full protection. The paid <a href=\"https:\/\/sucuri.net\/website-security-platform\/\">Sucuri website security platform<\/a> is billed annually, with the Professional plan around $339\/yr.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-3-sitelock-best-for-automated-hands-off-website-scanning\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. SiteLock: best for automated hands-off website scanning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SucurSiteLock is a cloud service that scans your site on a schedule and can remove malware and patch known issues automatically. It appeals to owners who want daily scanning without installing or updating a plugin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Daily cloud scans:<\/strong> automated scanning runs on a schedule across common content management systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Real-time notifications:<\/strong> you get alerts when a scan finds an issue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Automated removal:<\/strong> paid plans remove detected malware without manual steps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Patching and firewall:<\/strong> higher plans add CMS and plugin patching, a web application firewall and a CDN.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free external scan:<\/strong> a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sitelock.com\/free-website-scan\/\">SiteLock free website scan<\/a> gives a quick external check of any URL.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> site owners who want continuous, hands-off scanning managed in the cloud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Watch for:<\/strong> the free scan is a one-time external check, and continuous scanning that connects to your code and database sits on paid plans. Pricing is not publicly listed, so you contact SiteLock for a quote, and its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sitelock.com\/pricing\/\">security plans<\/a> note that expert removal excludes pre-existing infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-4-malcare-best-for-wordpress-malware-scanning-and-removal\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. MalCare: best for WordPress malware scanning and removal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MalCare is a WordPress plugin built around easy detection and one-click cleanup. It scans on its own servers, so it adds little load to your site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Off-site scanning:<\/strong> scans run on MalCare\u2019s servers to avoid slowing your website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>One-click removal:<\/strong> paid plans clean infections without manual file edits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>WordPress firewall:<\/strong> a built-in firewall helps block malicious traffic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Login protection:<\/strong> bot protection and two-factor authentication guard the login page.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vulnerability scanner:<\/strong> it flags vulnerable plugins and themes before they are exploited.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> WordPress owners who want simple detection paired with fast, one-click removal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Watch for:<\/strong> MalCare is WordPress only, and its free and Protect plans detect malware but do not remove it. Cleanup starts on the Repair plan, as its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.malcare.com\/pricing\/\">MalCare WordPress malware scanner<\/a> pricing shows, at $299\/yr, with Protect at $99\/yr and annual billing throughout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-5-wordfence-best-for-wordpress-firewall-and-scanning\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Wordfence: best for WordPress firewall and scanning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wordfence is a long-standing WordPress security plugin that combines an endpoint firewall with a malware scanner. It suits owners who are comfortable managing a plugin and want both layers in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Endpoint firewall:<\/strong> the firewall runs on your server, where it can use user and session data to filter traffic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Malware scanner:<\/strong> it checks core files, themes and plugins against known threats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Real-time updates:<\/strong> paid plans get real-time firewall rules and malware signatures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brute-force protection:<\/strong> it detects and blocks repeated login attempts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IP and country blocking:<\/strong> block abusive IPs and, on paid tiers, whole countries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> WordPress owners who want a combined firewall and scanner and do not mind managing settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Watch for:<\/strong> Wordfence is WordPress only, and on the free tier malware signature updates run on a 30-day delay, so real-time protection requires Premium. Its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wordfence.com\/products\/pricing\/\">Wordfence security plans<\/a> start at $149\/yr for Premium, and hands-on malware removal is reserved for the higher Care and Response tiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-6-jetpack-security-best-for-wordpress-backups-plus-scanning\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Jetpack Security: best for WordPress backups plus scanning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jetpack Security is a bundle from Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com, that pairs malware scanning with real-time backups. It fits owners who want recovery and scanning from one trusted WordPress vendor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Malware scanning:<\/strong> automated scans flag threats with one-click fixes for many issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Real-time backups:<\/strong> VaultPress Backup saves changes as you make them for fast recovery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>One-click restore:<\/strong> recover your site quickly from a saved backup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Web application firewall:<\/strong> the bundle includes a WAF to filter malicious traffic.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spam protection:<\/strong> Akismet filters comment and form spam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> WordPress owners who want backups and scanning packaged together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Watch for:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/jetpack.com\/features\/security\/\">Jetpack Security for WordPress<\/a> is WordPress only and does not support multisite, and it is designed to prevent and catch threats rather than fully clean a site that was infected before you activated it. The bundle is $9.95\/mo for the first year and renews at $19.95\/mo, billed yearly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-7-quttera-best-for-free-heuristic-multi-platform-scanning\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Quttera: best for free heuristic multi-platform scanning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Quttera offers a free external scanner plus a paid platform called ThreatSign, and it leans on heuristic detection rather than signatures alone. That approach can help surface unknown or hidden threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key features:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Heuristic detection:<\/strong> patented, non-signature analysis looks for suspicious behavior, not just known malware.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free remote scan:<\/strong> the <a href=\"https:\/\/quttera.com\/website-malware-scanner\">Quttera website malware scanner<\/a> checks any URL at no cost.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Server-side platform:<\/strong> ThreatSign adds server-side scanning, a WAF and DDoS protection.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multi-platform support:<\/strong> it scans WordPress, WooCommerce, Shopify, Magento and custom sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blacklist handling:<\/strong> higher tiers include blacklist monitoring and removal plus cleanup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best for:<\/strong> owners who want a free heuristic check for any platform or a lower-cost paid monitor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Watch for:<\/strong> the free scanner is external only, provided \u201cas is,\u201d capped around 20MB of content and offers no guaranteed detection. On the paid side, <a href=\"https:\/\/quttera.com\/anti-malware-website-monitoring-signup\">Quttera ThreatSign plans<\/a> start at $20\/mo for Essential Security, which excludes existing-infection cleanup and blacklist removal, so plan for a higher tier if you need remediation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-best-website-malware-scanners-by-use-case\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best website malware scanners by use case<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"544\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Which-website-malware-scanner-fits-your-business-1024x544.png\" alt=\"Which website malware scanner fits your business\" class=\"wp-image-281267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Which-website-malware-scanner-fits-your-business-1024x544.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Which-website-malware-scanner-fits-your-business-300x159-1.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Which-website-malware-scanner-fits-your-business-767x407.png 767w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Which-website-malware-scanner-fits-your-business-1000x531.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Which-website-malware-scanner-fits-your-business-480x255.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every site needs something different, so pick the option that fits your setup and how much you want to manage yourself. Each scenario below pairs a common need with a recommendation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>You run a small business site and don\u2019t want to manage security yourself.<\/strong> Choose a scanner that runs continuously and removes threats for you. If your site is hosted on Bluehost, Bluehost Malware Protection handles scanning, blacklist monitoring and automatic removal of many common threats in the background. There\u2019s nothing extra to install or maintain, which makes it the strongest fit here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You run WordPress and want protection without managing another plugin.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/wordpress-hosting\">Bluehost WordPress hosting<\/a> includes Bluehost Malware Protection at the hosting level, so scanning, blacklist monitoring and automatic removal run without extra setup. If you\u2019d rather manage a plugin yourself, MalCare and Wordfence both scan WordPress and offer removal on paid tiers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You want a quick, free check of a site right now.<\/strong> A free remote scanner such as Sucuri SiteCheck or Quttera shows browser-visible problems in seconds. Treat the result as a spot check, because remote scans can\u2019t see server-side files where deeper infections hide. For ongoing protection, use a hosting-based scanner such as Bluehost Malware Protection for Bluehost-hosted sites, and pair it with the habits in our guide on how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/how-to-protect-website-from-malware\/\">protect your website from malware<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>You run a non-WordPress or mixed-CMS site.<\/strong> If your sites are hosted on Bluehost, Bluehost Malware Protection scans any Bluehost-hosted site, whatever CMS it uses. For sites hosted elsewhere, Sucuri and SiteLock scan across content management systems and offer cleanup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-choose-the-right-website-malware-scanner\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to choose the right website malware scanner?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"408\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/How-to-choose-the-best-website-malware-for-your-business-1024x408.png\" alt=\"How to choose the right website malware for your business\" class=\"wp-image-281268\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/How-to-choose-the-best-website-malware-for-your-business-1024x408.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/How-to-choose-the-best-website-malware-for-your-business-300x120-1.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/How-to-choose-the-best-website-malware-for-your-business-767x306.png 767w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/How-to-choose-the-best-website-malware-for-your-business-480x191.png 480w, https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/How-to-choose-the-best-website-malware-for-your-business-1000x399.png 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start with your platform, then work through what you actually need. A short checklist keeps the decision practical rather than overwhelming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Match your platform:<\/strong> pick WordPress-only tools for WordPress, or a multi-CMS option for mixed or custom sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Decide detection versus removal:<\/strong> confirm whether the plan removes malware or only alerts you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check blacklist monitoring:<\/strong> if search traffic matters, choose a tool that warns you before a blacklist hits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Confirm remote versus server-side:<\/strong> a free remote scan is a spot check, while server-side scanning catches deeper infections.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weigh free against continuous:<\/strong> free scanners help in a pinch, but ongoing protection needs a paid or hosting-based plan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Read the pricing, including renewals:<\/strong> confirm the renewal rate, not just the intro price.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Blacklist monitoring deserves attention because the cost of a warning is high. Google\u2019s Safe Browsing examines billions of URLs per day and flags thousands of new unsafe sites daily, many of them legitimate sites that were compromised, according to Google\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/support.google.com\/interconnect\/answer\/7658604\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Safe Browsing overview<\/a>, and its warnings appear in Search and across major browsers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sites that handle payments or logins generally want a firewall alongside scanning, since the 2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verizon.com\/business\/resources\/reports\/dbir\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Verizon DBIR<\/a> found that exploitation of vulnerabilities was the top initial access vector for small and medium businesses at 26% in its 2025 data. For the broader picture, our guide on how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/how-to-secure-your-website\/\">secure your website in 2026<\/a> covers layered defenses beyond scanning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Also read:<\/strong> our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/blog\/website-security-checklist\/\">website security checklist<\/a> for a step-by-step way to harden your site after you pick a scanner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-final-thoughts\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The right website malware scanner comes down to your platform and how hands-on you want to be, so shortlist two or three options, run a free scan to see where you stand, then set up continuous protection you will actually keep. WordPress owners often land on a plugin with one-click removal, while mixed-CMS sites lean toward a multi-CMS service, and anyone wanting a fast check can start with a free remote scanner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your site runs on Bluehost, Bluehost Malware Protection suits owners who want security built into their hosting. Powered by Monarx, it uses behavioral detection across files and WordPress databases, so it stops malicious server processes in real time without slowing your site. Continuous scanning, blacklist monitoring and automatic removal run for you, and human expert cleanup is available when a threat needs a person. You skip the extra tool to install, and protection keeps working in the background while you run your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get Started with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluehost.com\/website-security\">Bluehost Malware Protection<\/a> today and keep your site scanned, clean and protected around the clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792754754165\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Do website malware scanners detect and remove all malware?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><p element_id=\"4186163933404266\">No. No scanner catches every threat, and many tools detect malware without removing it, leaving cleanup to you or a higher plan. Look closely at whether a plan includes automatic removal or only alerts. Pairing scanning with a firewall, regular updates and backups gives you a stronger safety net than any single tool alone.<\/p><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792755037524\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What does Bluehost Malware Protection do?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Bluehost Malware Protection scans sites hosted on Bluehost for malicious code, watches for suspicious file changes and checks your domain against Google\u2019s blacklist. When it finds a threat, it can remove many common infections automatically and alerts you by email and on a live dashboard, so you don\u2019t have to monitor security yourself.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792755046603\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is Bluehost Malware Protection included with my hosting plan?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Malware Scan &amp; Clean is included with Starter hosting. AI Malware Defense is included with Business hosting and above and adds a web application firewall and AI-powered cloud file scanning. Bluehost Complete Security is a paid add-on that includes comprehensive database scanning and human expert cleanup. Plans and pricing can change, so check bluehost.com for current offers.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792755065130\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does Bluehost Malware Protection remove malware automatically?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, for many common threats. Detected malicious code is removed automatically to reduce downtime and manual work. For complex infections that automation can\u2019t resolve, Bluehost Complete Security adds hands-on cleanup by security experts.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792755079858\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I need a separate security plugin if I use Bluehost Malware Protection?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Not for scanning and malware removal, because Bluehost Malware Protection runs at the hosting level with nothing to install. You should still keep WordPress, themes and plugins updated, use strong passwords and keep regular backups, since layered habits reduce risk more than any single tool.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792755093800\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does Bluehost Malware Protection work on non-WordPress sites?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. It scans sites hosted on Bluehost regardless of the platform they\u2019re built on. Some features, such as WordPress database scanning and expert WordPress cleanup, apply specifically to WordPress sites.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792755183628\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How is a website virus different from malware?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\"><p element_id=\"8553079369560679\">Malware is the broad term for any malicious code that harms a site, its visitors or its data. A virus is one type of malware that spreads by attaching to files or code. 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