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Heimdal Free for Windows

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Heimdal Free automatically scans for and updates outdated software every two hours, patching vulnerabilities silently in the background. It focuses on blocking common attack vectors by keeping over 20 key applications current.

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  • Pros

    • Updates install automatically and silently in the background.
    • Scans the system for outdated software every two hours.
    • Blocks software vulnerabilities faster than criminals can exploit them.
    • Installs new applications with a single click, skipping installers.
    • Avoids toolbars, spyware, and adware during software installation.

  • Cons

    • Only monitors a fixed list of over 20 specified applications.
    • Scanning frequency is fixed at intervals of two hours.
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Full Specifications

GENERAL
Release
Latest update
Version
2.2.185
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Windows
Operating System
  • Windows 7
  • Windows Server
  • Windows 8
  • Windows Vista
  • Windows XP
  • Windows 10
  • Windows 2000
  • Windows 2003
Additional Requirements
Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6.1
POPULARITY
Total Downloads
556
Downloads Last Week
5
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By Heimdal Security
Keep your software up to date automatically and silently with secure patches.
Heimdal Free scans your computer every 2 hours for outdated software. You can choose from a list of 20 most used software applications in the world. When it spots an out of date application, it will immediately react and update it for you. Heimdal installs the latest updates as soon as they're available. Software vulnerabilities are blocked fast. Faster than cyber criminals can exploit them. The updates are installed automatically, in the background. Forget about the hassle or annoying pop ups. Cyber criminals use vulnerabilities in software applications in 85% of their attacks. Use Heimdal Free to handle your updates for you block over half of attack angles. Save time and energy spent on downloading and installing updates. Make your life easier. No one likes to navigate confusing websites looking for the right software version. You have to avoid toolbars, spyware, adware and other threats to find the app you need. Heimdal Free makes it easy: choose from a list of over 20 applications and install a new app with one click. The latest version is always available and there is no need to download and run an installer. Safe, easy and quick.
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