Patch Hound scans your Windows computer for common security weaknesses, explains what it finds in plain English, and helps you fix problems safely.
Most people do not know whether their firewall is on, backups are working, browsers are safe, or weird startup apps are quietly squatting on their computer like digital raccoons.
Patch Hound checks the basics, scores your security health, and gives you simple next steps without drowning you in jargon.
Windows has a lot of built-in security tools, but most people never know whether those tools are actually turned on, configured correctly, or quietly ignored until something breaks.
Patch Hound gives home users a simple answer to the question:
"Is my PC reasonably safe?"
Instead of making you dig through settings, registry entries, security panels, browser profiles, backup tools, and update screens, Patch Hound brings the important checks into one simple dashboard.
Patch Hound scans your computer across key security areas and turns the results into easy-to-read findings.
Checks Windows Defender, Firewall, User Account Control, Secure Boot, and Windows Update settings.
Reviews browser profiles and common browser-related security concerns.
Looks for outdated browsers, Java, Adobe products, and potentially unwanted programs.
Identifies active network interfaces so users can better understand how their PC is connected.
Checks for backup configuration, File History, and restore point status.
Reviews settings like advertising ID, location services, and clipboard history.
Checks startup items and unusual configurations that deserve a closer look.
Detects BitLocker status and warns when important drives are not encrypted.
Finds SSH keys and flags risky private key exposure.
Looks for plaintext password files and possible credential exposure risks.
Run Patch Hound on your Windows PC.
Get a plain English report that explains what was found, why it matters, and how serious it is.
Use guided fix actions for common issues like Firewall, Defender, UAC, and Windows Update.
Patch Hound gives your PC a security score from 0 to 100, with category breakdowns so users can see what needs attention first.
The score is not meant to shame users, although computers do deserve judgment sometimes. It is meant to help people prioritize what to fix first.
Patch Hound includes guided fix actions for common Windows security issues.
| Issue | Patch Hound Can Help |
|---|---|
| Windows Firewall is disabled | Enable Firewall for all profiles |
| Defender protection is off | Turn Defender real-time protection back on |
| UAC is disabled | Re-enable User Account Control |
| Windows Update needs attention | Open Windows Update settings |
| Security settings are confusing | Open the right Windows Security screen |
Patch Hound clearly explains what each fix does before applying it. Some fixes may require administrator permission or a restart.
Patch Hound is designed as a local-first security tool.
Scans run on your computer.
Patch Hound does not track user behavior.
Core scans work without cloud services.
Security findings are not secretly sent anywhere, because apparently we have to clarify that now.
Scan history is stored locally using SQLite.
Patch Hound can generate reports in multiple formats:
Save a record of your computer's security health.
Send a report to the person who always gets asked, "Can you fix my computer?"
Use JSON output for automation, scripting, and deeper inspection.
Patch Hound can support scheduled scans through Windows Task Scheduler.
Patch Hound is not designed to replace enterprise endpoint security, antivirus platforms, penetration testing tools, or professional incident response.
It is a practical security checkup tool for people who want fewer digital fires.
Patch Hound is currently in development. Join the list to get launch updates, early access news, and progress notes.