A: No, the legitimate file is not a virus. However, because many malicious actors wrap activators in malware, you must be careful about where you downloaded it. The "Beta 3" file should typically be small (under 2MB).
After restarting, turn your Antivirus and Windows Defender back on.
A: It attempts to inject a volume license. While it often appears as "Windows is activated," KMS-based activations technically have a lifespan of 180 days. The tool usually installs a "renewal" task that attempts to reactivate it automatically in the background.
While Re-Loader 3.0 Beta 3 is commonly used, using unauthorized activators carries significant risks.
RC.1 in ~2 weeks (pending critical bug reports).