Fake Virus
A fake virus scan detects "threats" on the page
Displays a convincing fake antivirus scan that "detects" multiple threats on the victim's computer. Complete with threat names and severity levels.
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🔧 How It Works
An animated overlay mimics antivirus software with a progress bar scanning files, then displays fake threat detections with urgent warning messages.
🎯 Best For
Less tech-savvy friends who'll believe the scan is real.
📋 How to Use
Choose a Destination URL
Pick any website your victim would normally visit — social media, news, shopping, etc.
Select "Fake Virus" as the Effect
In the Prank Lab, choose Fake Virus from the effects dropdown.
Share Your Prank Link
Send the generated punked.co link to your victim. When they click it, the fake virus effect activates!