The short verdict
MediaGet is a working torrent client from a known company, but most security vendors classify it as a potentially unwanted application (PUA). That’s a softer category than a virus: it means the program does things many people don’t expect or want, such as bundling other software or showing ads. Whether that’s acceptable is your decision — but you should make it knowingly.
Why Microsoft Defender flags it
Defender detects MediaGet installers as PUABundler:Win32/MediaGet. A “bundler” is an installer that can add extra programs. MediaGet’s own install page confirms that setup “may offer optional components”. Other scanners use names like PUP.Adware.MediaGet or Win32:PUP-gen.
Security researchers have also reported that some MediaGet installers configure autostart entries and, when offers are accepted, install other software such as browsers or security suites.
The bigger risk: repackaged installers
Many websites offer files named after popular films, games or software that are actually MediaGet installers with an ID in the name (for example something_id1234567ids1s.exe). You think you’re downloading one thing and get a torrent client plus offers. Always download MediaGet itself from mediaget.com.
MediaGet 3.01.4350
Free · Windows, macOS, Linux, Android · opens the official website.
Torrent privacy
- Every peer in a torrent can see your IP address.
- Rights holders monitor popular copyrighted torrents and may send notices through your internet provider.
- Files from unknown uploaders can contain malware, especially “cracked” games and software.
How to use it more safely
- Download only from the official website or Google Play.
- Read every installer screen and decline offers you don’t want.
- Keep your antivirus on. Never disable it to make an installer run.
- Turn off autostart in MediaGet’s settings.
- Download only legal content, and scan finished files before opening them.
| Risk | Level | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Bundled offers | Medium | Decline during setup |
| Antivirus PUA detection | Common | Respect it; choose an alternative if unsure |
| Repackaged installers | High on third-party sites | Use mediaget.com only |
| Malware in downloaded files | Depends on content | Avoid cracked software; scan files |
| Legal notices | Depends on content | Stick to legal downloads |
Cleaner alternatives
If the warnings worry you, qBittorrent and Transmission are free, open-source and have no ads or bundles. They lack MediaGet’s catalog but are trusted by security-minded users. See our MediaGet alternatives guide.
Already installed MediaGet and want it gone? Follow our step-by-step uninstall guide.
Checks after installing
- Open Settings › Apps and look for programs installed at the same time that you didn’t choose.
- Check your browser’s homepage, new-tab page and default search engine.
- Review Settings › Apps › Startup and switch off anything you don’t need.
- Run a full scan in Windows Security.
If anything changed without your consent, undo it and consider removing MediaGet entirely.
Download MediaGet 3.01.4350
Free · Windows, macOS, Linux and Android. The button opens the official MediaGet website in this tab.
