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VirusTotal is a free online service that analyzes suspicious files and URLs to detect malware and other types of malicious content using various antivirus engines and website scanners.

Users can submit files or URLs to VirusTotal, which then analyzes them using over 70 antivirus engines and URL scanners. The results are returned to the user in a report that includes detection rates, behavioral information, and additional metadata.

VirusTotal allows users to quickly determine whether a suspicious file or URL is malicious by submitting it for analysis by multiple security vendors. This helps users make informed decisions about how to handle potential threats.

VirusTotal is considered one of the most reliable and popular online services for detecting malware. However, like any security solution, it is not infallible and may occasionally miss new or advanced threats.

Yes, VirusTotal is completely free for users to submit files and URLs for analysis.

VirusTotal takes user privacy seriously and allows users to submit files anonymously or with login credentials that can restrict access to their reports. However, users should be aware that submitting potentially sensitive files or URLs may pose a risk to their privacy.

No service can guarantee 100% detection of all types of malware. While VirusTotal uses multiple antivirus engines and website scanners to detect a wide range of malware, it may occasionally miss new or advanced threats that have not yet been added to its database.

VirusTotal Community is a platform where users can collaborate and share information about malware and other types of malicious activity. It includes features such as comments, notes, and votes on reports, as well as integration with other cybersecurity tools.

Yes, businesses and enterprises can use VirusTotal's paid services, which include additional features such as a private cloud sandbox environment, submission APIs, and enterprise-grade user management and reporting.

Yes, VirusTotal was acquired by Google in 2012 and is now part of the company's security offerings. However, it continues to operate as a separate service and retains its commitment to user privacy and impartiality.