diff --git a/docs/content/FAQ/_index.md b/docs/content/FAQ/_index.md
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@@ -9,6 +9,7 @@ Below are some of the most common questions we receive about the Infection Monke
 
 - [Where can I get the latest version of the Infection Monkey?](#where-can-i-get-the-latest-version-of-the-infection-monkey)
 - [How long does a single Infection Monkey agent run? Is there a time limit?](#how-long-does-a-single-infection-monkey-agent-run-is-there-a-time-limit)
+- [Is Infection Monkey a malware/virus?](#is-infection-monkey-a-malwarevirus)
 - [Reset/enable the Monkey Island password](#resetenable-the-monkey-island-password)
 - [Should I run the Infection Monkey continuously?](#should-i-run-the-infection-monkey-continuously)
   - [Which queries does the Infection Monkey perform to the internet exactly?](#which-queries-does-the-infection-monkey-perform-to-the-internet-exactly)
@@ -37,6 +38,14 @@ If you want to see what has changed between versions, refer to the [releases pag
 
 The Infection Monkey agent shuts off either when it can't find new victims or it has exceeded the quota of victims as defined in the configuration.
 
+## Is Infection Monkey a malware/virus?
+
+Infection Monkey is not malware, but it uses similar techniques to safely simulate malware on your network.
+
+Because of this, Monkey gets flagged as malware by some antivirus solutions during the installation. If this happens,
+[verify the integrity of the downloaded installer](/usage/file-checksums) first. Then create a new folder and
+disable antivirus scan for that folder. Lastly, re-install the Infection Monkey in the newly created folder.
+
 ## Reset/enable the Monkey Island password
 
 When you first access the Monkey Island server, you'll be prompted to create an account.
diff --git a/docs/content/setup/windows.md b/docs/content/setup/windows.md
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@@ -9,6 +9,10 @@ tags: ["setup", "windows"]
 
 ## Deployment
 
+{{% notice tip %}}
+Don't get scared if the Infection Monkey gets [flagged as malware during the installation](/faq/#is-infection-monkey-a-malwarevirus).
+{{% /notice %}}
+
 After running the installer, the following prompt should appear on the screen:
 
 ![Windows installer screenshot](../../images/setup/windows/installer-screenshot-1.png "Windows installer screenshot")