Ransomware is the malicious software that encrypts your files, blocks access to your device, and demands a ransom for the encryption key.

What are the different types of malicious files?

Below are the most common malicious files detected: • Viruses : Viruses are malicious programs that attach themselves to legitimate files or programs and spread when those files are executed. They can corrupt or delete data, spread to other files, and damage a computer's functionality. • Worms : Worms are standalone malicious programs that replicate and spread across networks without requiring user interaction. They can spread rapidly, consuming network resources and causing damage. • Trojans : Trojans are deceptive programs that appear harmless but contain malicious code. They often trick users into executing them by disguising themselves as legitimate software. Trojans can steal data, provide unauthorized access to a system, or create backdoors for attackers. • Ransomware : Ransomware encrypts a victim's files or entire system, rendering them inaccessible. Attackers then demand a ransom in exchange for providing the decryption key. Paying the ransom is not recommended, as it encourages further criminal activity.

How to protect against ransomware attacks?

Use Active Protection of Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office. For more information, see the procedures for Windows and for Mac .

How does anti-ransomware work?

Active Protection constantly monitors your computer, providing real-time protection against ransomware, cryptomining malware, and other suspicious processes. It uses behavior analysis and exploit prevention to detect new threats and protects your files, backups, and drives. Additionally, the web filtering feature blocks access to potentially harmful websites, ensuring comprehensive protection for your computer.

Can I try Acronis anti-ransomware software before purchasing?

Yes, we offer 30-days free trial.

Does Acronis anti-ransomware protection include zero-day attacks?

Yes, it does. The dedicated cybersecurity software can detect, stop and block malicious activity and quickly restore any affected files. Moreover, you can use Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office to protect files and documents in real time, get notified about the critical software patching, and create multiple complete system backups to ensure full recovery even if a zero-day attack occurs.

Can I use Acronis anti-ransomware for personal and business needs?

Yes. You can use Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office product, allowing you to protect up to 5 machines. If you would like to protect more than 5 machines, you can use our solution for businesses - Acronis Cyber Protect .

Can Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office prevent ransomware before happening?

Yes. Anti-ransomware protection monitors in real time the processes running on your computer. When it detects a third-party process that tries to encrypt your files, the service informs you about it. In this way, the potentially harmful ransomware processes are blocked before they encrypt your device.

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Protect your family and yourself with built-in anti-ransomware and malware protection

To give your computer ransomware protection from malicious software in real time, Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office uses a top-notch technology that is called Active Protection. This feature constantly scans your system, allowing you to seamlessly use your computer with an extra layer of protection against ransomware, and defending your valuable data from potential harm.

Active Protection protects you against ransomware and malware in real time

Cyberthreats are increasing day by day, and Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office gives you the protection against ransomware and malware you need to keep your devices safe by monitoring data modification patterns, detecting typical and suspicious behaviors and comparing against malicious practices. This helps to identify ransomware attacks and malware, including variants unknown before.

The first integrated cyber protection solution on the market; the first version was released in 2017

Over 5,500,000

users worldwide trusted us
Over 100,000

prevented cyberattacks last year
Over 500,000,000

clones and backups

Ransomware and malware in data

Statista says that 71% of global businesses felt the impact of ransomware attacks. And a total of 62.9% of these ransomware victims paid the ransom.*
Email phishing has been a common tactic hackers use, because it’s scalable. About one in every 6,000 emails contains suspicious URLs that can include a ransomware threat.**
Only 8% of all ransom-paying organizations got their data back after paying the ransom. There is no guarantee that you will get your data back even after paying a hacker.***

* Statista report from 2022.
** Fortinet report from 2020.
*** Tripwire report from 2022.

Why would I choose Acronis anti-ransomware software

Real-time monitoring to keep the bad guys out 24/7 every day of the year
Behavior-based detection to make sure you are protected
Automatic recovery options so you can focus on the important things

Reliable cyber protection solution

Anti-Malware Testing Standards Organization member

Anti-Malware Test Lab participant and test winner

ICSA Labs endpoint anti-malware certified

NioGuard Security Lab participant and test winner

AV-Comparatives Approved Business Security certified

Why would I choose Acronis anti-ransomware software?

Advanced ransomware detection algorithms

That helps to detect, stop, and analyze threats that evade other defenses.
Easy-to-use interface

Providing you with something easy to use and understand.
Continuous updates

Being up to date with the latest software is important, as this ensures you run the newest version and helps to improve your malware and ransomware protection.

Simple and superior protection against ransomware and malware is only a click away

Protection against ransomware attacks

Real-time protection against ransomware attacks keeps you safe so you can keep using your computer as you normally do.

Protection against malware

Malicious or infected sites typically distribute malware and use the so called "drive-by download" method of infection. Web filtering helps to protect you from potentially harmful websites and untrusted web resources by blocking access when you try to open them. Web filtering uses the protection updates database to determine which websites are potentially harmful.

Malicious files protection

We have your back as Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office constantly checks the files you interact with to protect your machine from real-time suspicious activity, viruses and other malicious threats.

Vulnerability Assessment Tool

This tool is part of antivirus and anti-malware protection. It is a daily scan that runs in the background, detects vulnerabilities in your system and apps, and then assesses their severity. You can also run the scan manually when needed.

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Award-winning cyber protection solution

Over 5.5 million users rely on Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office every day

100% Detection Rate, 0 False Alarms in Independent Test

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I recently migrated my system to a new computer with Acronis True Image, and the process was seamless. Everything works perfectly, and their customer support was extremely helpful.

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I always create a full replica of my system before installing new drivers or upgrading my applications, just in case I need to roll back. Acronis True Image has never failed me to get my system back in no time.

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Supported platforms

Microsoft Windows

Windows 11 (all editions)
Windows 10 (all editions)
Windows 8+ (all editions)
Windows 7 SP1 (all editions)
Windows Home Server 2011

Windows file systems

NTFS
Ext2/Ext3/Ext4
ReiserFS(3)
Linux SWAP
HFS+/HFSX
FAT16/32/exFAT

Apple macOS

macOS Ventura 13
macOS Monterey 12
macOS Big Sur 11
macOS Catalina 10.15

macOS file system

APFS
HFS+
Core Storage
FAT32
NTFS (including Boot Camp)

Mobile operating systems

iOS 12.0 or later
Android 7.0 or later

Mobile backup

Keep your mobile contacts, calendars, photos and files safe. Our free Acronis Mobile app safeguards your device, as well as all of your family’s smartphones and tablets with Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office (formerly Acronis True Image).

How to back up your local PC or Mac via Wi-Fi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ransomware?

Ransomware is the malicious software that encrypts your files, blocks access to your device, and demands a ransom for the encryption key.
What are the different types of malicious files?

Below are the most common malicious files detected:
•Viruses: Viruses are malicious programs that attach themselves to legitimate files or programs and spread when those files are executed. They can corrupt or delete data, spread to other files, and damage a computer's functionality.
• Worms: Worms are standalone malicious programs that replicate and spread across networks without requiring user interaction. They can spread rapidly, consuming network resources and causing damage.
• Trojans: Trojans are deceptive programs that appear harmless but contain malicious code. They often trick users into executing them by disguising themselves as legitimate software. Trojans can steal data, provide unauthorized access to a system, or create backdoors for attackers.
• Ransomware: Ransomware encrypts a victim's files or entire system, rendering them inaccessible. Attackers then demand a ransom in exchange for providing the decryption key. Paying the ransom is not recommended, as it encourages further criminal activity.
How to protect against ransomware attacks?

Use Active Protection of Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office. For more information, see the procedures for Windows and for Mac.
How does anti-ransomware work?

Active Protection constantly monitors your computer, providing real-time protection against ransomware, cryptomining malware, and other suspicious processes. It uses behavior analysis and exploit prevention to detect new threats and protects your files, backups, and drives. Additionally, the web filtering feature blocks access to potentially harmful websites, ensuring comprehensive protection for your computer.
Can I try Acronis anti-ransomware software before purchasing?

Yes, we offer 30-days free trial.
Does Acronis anti-ransomware protection include zero-day attacks?

Yes, it does. The dedicated cybersecurity software can detect, stop and block malicious activity and quickly restore any affected files. Moreover, you can use Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office to protect files and documents in real time, get notified about the critical software patching, and create multiple complete system backups to ensure full recovery even if a zero-day attack occurs.
Can I use Acronis anti-ransomware for personal and business needs?

Yes. You can use Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office product, allowing you to protect up to 5 machines. If you would like to protect more than 5 machines, you can use our solution for businesses - Acronis Cyber Protect.
Can Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office prevent ransomware before happening?

Yes. Anti-ransomware protection monitors in real time the processes running on your computer. When it detects a third-party process that tries to encrypt your files, the service informs you about it. In this way, the potentially harmful ransomware processes are blocked before they encrypt your device.