# Antivirus AI - Virus Scanner

> AI antivirus, virus scanner and malware removal for Android. No ads.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.protectstar.antivirus](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.protectstar.antivirus)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.protectstar.antivirus`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Protectstar Inc.
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 6,057,889
- **Rating:** 4.37 / 5 (30,295 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-02
- **First published:** 2021-09-19
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 18 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.protectstar.antivirus)
- **Website:** [https://www.protectstar.com](https://www.protectstar.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.protectstar.com/en/policy-for-apps](https://www.protectstar.com/en/policy-for-apps)

## Description

**Antivirus AI by Protectstar** is an Android antivirus and malware scanner for checking installed apps, downloaded files and APKs. Its dual-engine protection combines signature-based detection with AI-powered and heuristic analysis to help identify malware, spyware, ransomware, banking trojans, adware and potentially unwanted apps.

Start with free manual scans, review detected threats and follow available removal or quarantine steps. PRO and GOV editions add real-time background protection and scheduled scans. The app contains no ads or advertising trackers and has received AV-TEST certifications in 2023, 2024 and 2025, along with DEKRA MASA L1 app-security assessment.

## Rankings

- #20,952 — Overall
- #6 — spyware
- #7 — antivirus
- #12 — malware
- #15 — protect

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.protectstar.antivirus.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise reliable malware detection, ease of use, and strong privacy/security, with quick cleanup in some cases. Common negatives include subscription and renewal glitches, slow scans, battery drain from background running, feature limitations in the free version, and notification/stability issues.

### Pros

- Effective malware detection and removal.
- User-friendly interface with easy navigation and fast performance.
- Strong privacy and security features.
- Fast malware cleanup when issues are found.
- Good value and convenient payment options.

### Cons

- Subscription/account management issues, including PRO/lifetime renewals and re-purchasing.
- Slow scan times.
- Background activity causes noticeable battery drain.
- Free version has limited features; many features are paid.
- Notification and stability issues, including frequent or failing app-install notifications.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.protectstar.antivirus)