Overview
When a threat is detected by 
VirtualShield Antivirus, it will be immediately placed into 
Quarantine. This helps prevent viruses, 
trojans, 
ransomware, botnets, rootkits, keyloggers, and other dangerous threats before they can gain access to your data or 
cause damage to your device.
You can select a specific threat to view more details, and manage exactly how long you would like to keep quarantined files on your device before they are automatically deleted.
Windows
By default, quarantined files will be automatically deleted after 30 days. You can keep these files on your device forever, or specify the length of time before they are deleted.
Some apps and files may appear harmless at first glance, but they can contain invisible adware or malware hidden in disguise. These items will be flagged as low risk.
Infected files that are known to contain threats in our definition database will be flagged as high risk. We recommend deleting these files from your systemimmediately.
Manage Quarantined Files
How to manage Quarantined Files on your Windows computer:
Open VirtualShield Antivirus and , if you have not done so already.
For more help getting started with the Antivirus, see our .Click the Quarantine icon on the 
Home/Status screen.
If you can’t find this option, click the
Your quarantined files will be listed here, along with the risk level and the date/time. Select a specific threat to view more details.
You can also specify the length of time to keep quarantined files on your device by clicking the Change button.
macOS
By default, quarantined files will be automatically deleted after 30 days. You can keep these files on your device forever, or specify the length of time before they are deleted.
Some apps and files may appear harmless at first glance, but they can contain invisible adware or malware hidden in disguise. These items will be flagged as low risk.
Infected files that are known to contain threats in our definition database will be flagged as high risk. We recommend deleting these files from your system
Manage Quarantined Files
How to manage Quarantined Files on your Mac computer:
Open VirtualShield Antivirus and , if you have not done so already.
For more help getting started with the Antivirus, see our .Click the 
display icon on the sidebar. Below Quarantine, click the View link.
Your quarantined files will be listed here, along with the risk level and the date/time. Select a specific threat to view more details.
You can also specify the length of time to keep quarantined files on your device by clicking the Change link.
Common Questions
Can I restore quarantined files safely?
Restore files at your own risk. If you are unsure whether a file is safe or not, we recommend leaving it in your
Can I manage quarantined files on Android?
Android works a little differently. If any infected files or suspicious risks are detected by our system, you will be given the option to or delete it forever. See our for more information.