But this important user base also makes Chrome an irresistible target for hackers.

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How Long Does It Take for Chrome to Check for Harmful Software?

After you launch the scan, the Checking for harmful software… notification will pop on the screen.

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Chrome generally takes two to five minutes to check for harmful software.

you’re free to speed up the process by clearing your cache first.

If the CleanUp Tool detects any suspicious programs or extensions, it will prompt you to remove them.

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Unfortunately, Chrome may sometimes fail to check for harmful software.

Lets see how you’re free to fix this problem.

Installing the latest Chrome build may fix your CleanUp Tool issues.

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tap on the menu, go toHelp, selectAbout Google Chromeand update the surfing app.

Scan Your System

Launch your antivirus and run an in-depth scan.

Reinstall Chrome

Installing a fresh copy of Chrome solved this problem for many users.

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