Google Drive - Virus Scan Warning May 2026

Sometimes a download fails with a browser-level error message. Learn how we help keep Google Drive secure - Computer

Google Drive automatically scans most files for malware and phishing during upload and download. If you see a virus scan warning, it generally falls into one of three categories: 1. File is Too Large to Scan Google Drive - Virus scan warning

For extra safety, you can download the file and scan it locally using your own antivirus software or upload it to VirusTotal (which supports files up to 650 MB). 2. Suspicious Content Detected Sometimes a download fails with a browser-level error

If your own file is flagged incorrectly, you can request a review by opening the file and clicking Share > Request a review . 3. "Failed - Virus Detected" Error File is Too Large to Scan For extra

If Google's systems identify a threat, they may block access to the file entirely to protect you.