# Wieczo's Virus Scanner

> Wieczo's Virus Scanner has 10+ active installs and 143 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 26/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Wieczo's Virus Scanner shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.

**A plugin to scan uploaded files for viruses with ClamAV.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 7,393
- **Downloads (30 days):** 143 (+43% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 26/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.2.1
- **Last updated:** Oct 17, 2024
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.6.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 8.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** wieczo (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/wieczo/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/wieczos-virus-scanner/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [antivirus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/antivirus/) | #10 | 14 |
| [clamav](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/clamav/) | #1 | 1 |
| [malware](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/malware/) | #47 | 97 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,602 |
| [virus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/virus/) | #8 | 16 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| antivirus | #21 | 40 |
| clamav | #2 | 4 |
| malware | >100 | 420 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |
| virus | #22 | 81 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [AntiVirus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/antivirus/) | 30K+ | 4.1/5 (23) | Sep 20, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 2 | [Malcure Malware Shield — Removal, Repair, Monitor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-malware-removal/) | 10K+ | 4.4/5 (74) | Aug 3, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 3 | [WebTotem Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wt-security/) | 800+ | 4.2/5 (13) | Sep 14, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 4 | [QueryWall: Plug'n Play Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/querywall/) | 200+ | 5/5 (9) | Oct 23, 2018 | 38/100 |
| 5 | [Segurium – Free Malware Removal & Auto Cleanup for Hacked Websites, Antivirus Scanner, Vulnerability Alerts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/segurium/) | 70+ | 5/5 (3) | Sep 23, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 6 | [WP Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-firewall/) | 50+ | — | Apr 24, 2020 | 25/100 |
| 7 | [Shieldfy Security Firewall and Anti Virus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/shieldfy/) | 30+ | 5/5 (3) | Nov 12, 2018 | 31/100 |
| 8 | [AWP antivirus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/awp-antivirus/) | 20+ | 4.2/5 (6) | Feb 9, 2017 | 33/100 |
| 9 | [Frumentarii Security Malware Scanner and Anti Virus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/frumentarii/) | 20+ | 3/5 (4) | Oct 8, 2016 | 25/100 |
| 11 | [Sentryvine — Antivirus & Anti-Phishing Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sentryvine/) | <10 | — | Aug 26, 2026 | 60/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Wieczo's Virus Scanner free?
Yes. Wieczo's Virus Scanner is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Wieczo's Virus Scanner safe to use in 2026?
Wieczo's Virus Scanner shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Wieczo's Virus Scanner?
Wieczo's Virus Scanner is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 7,393 times since it launched in October 2024. It was downloaded 143 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Wieczo's Virus Scanner work with WordPress 7.1?
Wieczo's Virus Scanner is officially tested up to WordPress 6.6.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Wieczo's Virus Scanner need?
Wieczo's Virus Scanner requires PHP 8.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Wieczo's Virus Scanner last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.1, was released on October 17, 2024 (2 years ago).

### Who makes Wieczo's Virus Scanner?
Wieczo's Virus Scanner is developed and maintained by wieczo.

### What are the best alternatives to Wieczo's Virus Scanner?
The most popular alternatives to Wieczo's Virus Scanner are AntiVirus (30K+ installs), Malcure Malware Shield (10K+ installs) and WebTotem Security (800+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wieczos-virus-scanner/ · Generated 2026-10-01 13:15 UTC by PageForge