After you install Kaspersky Total Security 2018, we recommend that you update antivirus databases and run a full scan. Without regular updates of the antivirus databases, Kaspersky Total Security 2018 will be unable to protect you against latest threats.
Update requires an active license. You can buy the license (activation code) in the online store. To renew an expired license at a discount, visit License Renewal & Upgrade Center.
If you encounter any errors during databases updates, perform the actions described in the article How to diagnose update issues in Kaspersky Lab products.
By default, the application downloads updates automatically every two hours. Only the updates for enabled application components are downloaded. You can adjust updates download schedule in the application settings.
Scroll down to watch the video guide on updating Kaspersky Total Security 2018.
The following files are downloaded and installed on your computer during updates:
If the application icon is hidden from the notification area, click the Show hidden icons arrow. If the icon is missing, run Kaspersky Total Security 2018.
You can run a database update of your application remotely via My Kaspersky. You can send commands from any device connected to the Internet. For a detailed guide on remote database update, see this article.
Hover the mouse pointer over the Kaspersky Total Security 2018 icon in the Desktop notification area:
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