--- title: Protect your personal devices from cryptojacking and cryptomining malware description: Secure your devices from cryptojacking attacks and malicious cryptomining malware, and keep your systems secure with Acronis cryptojacking prevention software. canonical_url: https://www.acronis.com/en/products/true-image/features/cryptomining-blocker/ locale: en last_updated: 2026-10-27 --- # Protect your personal devices from cryptojacking and cryptomining malware Now with boosted security From **€49.99** per year [Buy now](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/true-image/purchasing/?utm_webteam=product-header) [Try now](https://www.acronis.com/en/products/true-image/trial/?utm_webteam=product-header) Looking for help? ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is cryptojacking? With cryptojacking, online criminals use malware to secretly use the computing resources of your system to mine cryptocurrency — which requires tremendous processing power to calculate exceptionally complex digital equations, called hashes. While the malware does not steal your data, it robs you of considerable system resources, slowing your computer’s performance and significantly increasing your energy use. Sometimes, cryptocurrency mining malware is injected into your system, piggybacking on apps or running in the background hoping to go unnoticed. Other times, the malware attacks via your web browser when you go to an infected website and runs as long as you are connected to that site. ### What is cryptomining malware? Cryptomining malware is secretely using people’s devices, like computers, smartphones, tablets and even servers, to perform complex mathematical calculations to mine cryptocurrencies. It is basically stealing computing resources to mine a specific cryptocurrency. ### How does cryptojacking malware work? Hackers are mining cryptocurrencies with your computers resources. This can happen after clicking on a malicious link which you received though an email or a malicious website. ### How to detect cryptomining viruses on my computer? Cryptomining demands a lot of processing power, and your CPU will be asked to work overtime. If you want to test a PC for mining malware, open your system’s resource monitor (Task Manager for Windows, Activity Monitor for Macs) to see if the CPU use is unusually high. If you’ve closed all the apps on your system and the CPU is still in overdrive, or if CPU use spikes when you visit a specific website, then you may have a cryptominer at work. ### What are the risks of cryptomining malware? Your device is being used to mine cryptocurrency. You can identify if you are a victim of this cryptomining malware by checking to see if the following is occurring: • High usage of your computer’s CPU. • Your device is slower then normal. • You’re experiencing a slower network. • Power drains from your battery more quickly. ### How does Acronis True Image detect cryptojacking attacks? It automatically protects you against cryptojacking with its built-in anti-malware solution that protects your computer and your personal data from harm. ### Can Acronis True Image prevent the installation of cryptomining malware? Yes, as it provides real-time protection against malware and protects your device and ### Can any cryptocurrency mining cause malware or is it only Bitcoin-miner malware? It can be any cryptocurrency; therefore, you need protection to keep your device and your personal data protected. Product help If you need product assistance, you can find helpful materials in the [Knowledge Base](https://care.acronis.com/s/support-portal/for-individuals). Or, post questions on our [discussion boards](https://forum.acronis.com/). Technical support For subscription owners, there is free, 24-hour technical support. Refer to the [Technical Support Site](https://www.acronis.com/support/protect-home-office/) to find the appropriate support contact. ## Defend your computer resources against unauthorized cryptocurrency mining Attacks by cryptocurrency mining malware soared by 450%. While it might not steal your data, cryptojacking will make your system suffer — stealing computer resources to solve the complex computational problems needed to mine cryptocurrencies. Attacks do more than slow your computer’s performance; they often introduce ransomware and other malware while they have access to your system. Acronis True Image, blocks and stops cryptomining automatically by detecting and stopping cryptominers in real time. ![Image 2: Defend your computer resources against unauthorized cryptocurrency mining with Acronis](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/7ca6197861be0756dd1baf72a26d2de9.png) ## Key features of Acronis illicit cryptomining protection Anti-cryptojacking protection The illicit cryptomining protection engine works by employing advance detection algorithms and behavior analysis to identify and block malicious activities associated with unauthorized cryptocurrency mining. It detects and blocks malicious processes in real time, ensuring your peace of mind. ![Image 3: Acronis](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/642581761d12ff8bea6c31ad10c23cfc.png) Cryptomining malware blocker Be protected against the installation and operating cryptomining malware. This malware uses the power of your computer by performing complex mathematical calculations. This means that that your system is being used by somebody else and will affect the performance of your computer. With the built-in malware blocker against malware, it will help ensure your system and network can only be used by you and not by somebody else. ![Image 4: Acronis](https://staticfiles.acronis.com/images/content/4ee477fd377d0a89802b5f966a3218e4.png) ## Stopping illicit miners The boom in cryptocurrencies and their promise of easy money led to an explosion of cryptomining tools last year. The good news is that Acronis Active Protection, our machine-intelligence-powered defense, keeps your system from being compromised. ### Terminates cryptominers Stops standalone cryptomining malware that is often packaged with ransomware and other threats. ### Alerts you to threats Notifies you immediately when an attack is detected on your Windows PC so you can block it. ### Blocks future attacks Updates the behavioral heuristics used to detect attacks so it recognizes new malicious miners. ## How it works ### Detection Cryptocurrency mining is a way to create new units of digital currencies, like Bitcoin. It involves solving complex math problems using computer power. The miners are rewarded with newly created coins for their efforts. However, mining is not so easy, it requires considerable computer power. Malicious parties and hackers secretly install mining software on computers without the owner's knowledge. This is known as cryptojacking, and it can lead to a significant drain on system resources, slowing down performance and increasing electricity costs. Hackers can install other malware along with mining software, compromising a user’s device and privacy. ### Alert Upon detecting a third-party process engaged in cryptocurrency mining, the service promptly issues an alert, seeking your confirmation to either trust and allow the process to continue, or block it. If you trust the process, you can opt to let the process run. However, if you are unsure of the process’s legitimacy, the service moves to a secure, quarantined folder, where it’s blocked from any further execution, ensuring no further damage is caused to your device. With the increase in your digital presence and simultaneous rise in cyberthreats, safeguarding your personal devices and data is of utmost importance. To ensure your all-around protection, Acronis True Image comes with secure backup and protection against illicit cryptomining and ransomware protection. ### Protection Acronis True Image, with its built-in, illicit cryptomining protection, helps you by detecting illicit cryptomining processes in real time. It uses advanced algorithms and behavior analysis to detect and block suspicious processes, and notify you about the detected malware. ## Choose the Acronis True Image plan that meets your needs Essentials Local backup and anti-ransomware protection One-year subscription €49.99/year For 1 computer Cloud is not available Buy now * Flexible backups Protect an entire system — including OS, registry, drivers, apps, user data, and hidden files — allowing for easy recovery. * Active disk cloning Make a replica of your system while it’s in use. Enable painless migration of all system data to a larger or faster disk. * Quick recovery / Universal restore Restore your system and data even if the operating system does not boot, using a single recovery toolkit. * Ransomware protection Secure your critical data, apps, and systems against cutting-edge cyberthreats. * FREE UPGRADES to the most recent product version * Phone, email and chat support * Available for Windows and macOS Most popular Advanced Local and cloud backup and security One-year subscription €72.99/year For 1 computer 250 GB Buy now * Flexible backups Protect an entire system — including OS, registry, drivers, apps, user data, and hidden files — allowing for easy recovery. * Active disk cloning Make a replica of your system while it’s in use. Enable painless migration of all system data to a larger or faster disk. * Quick recovery / Universal restore Restore your system and data even if the operating system does not boot, using a single recovery toolkit. * Ransomware protection Secure your critical data, apps, and systems against cutting-edge cyberthreats. * Identity Protection Protect your identity and personal information, such as social security numbers, financial details and more to prevent identity theft. * Block viruses and malware Block even never-seen-before threats – by checking every file you interact with in real-time. * Cloud backup and features Access your account and retrieve files or folders from your Acronis Cloud backup — anywhere, anytime. * Automatic replication of data in the cloud Automatically replicate local backups to the Acronis Cloud, ensuring you always have an off-site copy available for recovery. * Microsoft 365 backups Back up your Microsoft 365 mailbox and OneDrive directly to the Acronis Cloud allowing for full account restoration in case of a disaster. * FREE UPGRADES to the most recent product version * Phone, email and chat support * Available for Windows and macOS Premium Up to 10 TB of cloud and local backup and security One-year subscription €124.99/year For 1 computer 1 TB for free Buy now * Flexible backups Protect an entire system — including OS, registry, drivers, apps, user data, and hidden files — allowing for easy recovery. * Active disk cloning Make a replica of your system while it’s in use. 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