If you are confident the file is safe, use reputable software to open it:
Use a tool like the NordVPN Link Checker to scan the URL before you click it. 2. Scan the File (If Already Downloaded) If you are confident the file is safe,
If you have already downloaded the file, yet. Running an infected file is what activates malware. If you are confident the file is safe,
Upload the .rar file to VirusTotal. This service scans the file against over 70 different antivirus engines to identify potential threats. If you are confident the file is safe,
Right-click the file and select "Scan with Microsoft Defender" (or your preferred antivirus software).