HitmanPro

Spec sheet

Purpose

HitmanPro scans for and removes malware including viruses, trojans, worms, keyloggers, rootkits, trackers, and spyware.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Support

The product pages direct users to HitmanPro support and provide a support FAQ.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Behavior detection

HitmanPro checks malware behavior to catch threats even when they lack a known malware signature.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Business availability

Sophos says HitmanPro.Alert is available for business use as part of Sophos Intercept X.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Company history

Sophos states that SurfRight, the makers of HitmanPro, joined Sophos in 2015.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Compatibility

The download page lists HitmanPro for 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, and XP.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Installation requirement

HitmanPro.Alert requires installation so it can continuously monitor the PC for malware attacks.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Portable scanner

HitmanPro is 10 MB and can be run after download without installation.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Privacy features

HitmanPro.Alert encrypts online typing, strengthens browser security against exploits, and alerts users when a program turns on the webcam.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Ransomware protection

HitmanPro.Alert's CryptoGuard analyzes encryption behavior and can back up files, stop ransomware, and revert files without requiring user interaction or ransomware signatures.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Scanning sources

HitmanPro uses malware databases from four security labs, including SophosLabs.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Windows repair

HitmanPro can restore damaged Windows resources and remove persistent threats from the running operating system and its boot records.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Works alongside antivirus

HitmanPro can be used alone or alongside another security product without uninstalling it.Read 11 Oct 2026 · sophos.com

Plans and prices

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Where Specifiction places it

• Malware Removal Software#16 of 307.3
• Malware removal tools#25 of 316.9