How to Update Spy Sweeper?

December 1, 2005 (Press Release) -- How to Update Spy Sweeper?

Webroot updates the Spy Sweeper program to keep up with changes in threats. You should update the program at least once a month to ensure that you are using the latest version.

Note: If you are upgrading from a previous version of Spy Sweeper, do not uninstall the old version first. Installing the new version over the old one retains the quarantine information from previous sweeps and lets you automatically retain your Spy Sweeper settings.

Spy Sweeper can notify you whenever a new version is available. You can also check for updates anytime. While your subscription is valid, you can download and install the updated version. Click home in the icon panel to check what version you have.

To update the Spy Sweeper program:
(You must connect to the Internet to update Spy Sweeper.)

1. Start Spy Sweeper, if it is not already open, and display the Home panel.
2. In the icon panel, click Options. The Options panel displays.
3. Click the Program Options tab. The Program Options tab displays.
4. Click Update Program. You can also click the Check for Program Update link from the Home panel. If you want Spy Sweeper to automatically notify you of updates, select the Automatic Check for Updates option. Spy Sweeper opens your Internet browser and takes you to the Webroot Web site.
5. See if the Web site says that an updated version is available.
6. Follow the instructions on the Web site to download the file that contains the updated version. Be sure you remember where you download the file on your computer.
7. Follow the installation instructions in Installing Spy Sweeper.