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Can’t Remove Tencent QQ? This page includes detailed Tencent QQ Removal instructions!
Tencent QQ is a potentially unwanted program, published by the Chinese entity Tencent Technology (Shenzhen) Company Limited. The infection is mostly spread in the US, Canada, and China. Its setup package is comprised of 79 files, which it installs on your computer, and the primary executable is called QQUninst.exe. These files tend to take up about 64.85 MB (68,000,462 bytes) of space. Based on latest information, the PUP mainly targets Windows 7 (SP1) and Windows 8 users. That doesn’t mean that if you’re an XP user, you’re safe. It just so happens that thus far, the overall victims of the nasty application are using the operation systems mentioned above. The Tencent QQ tool is an adware-like program, which presents itself as something else and fools users into believing it’s truly useful and reliable. Well, it’s not. It sells itself as an instant message service but fails to fulfill its promises. It installs itself as a browser extension, and once it settles in your system, proceeds to corrupt it. It bombards you with pop-up advertisements every time you try to go online. And, since that disruption will occur quite often, it slows down your PC’s performance to a crawl and causes frequent system crashes. Furthermore, it jeopardizes your privacy as it’s programmed to spy on you and collect data on your browsing activities. The PUP keeps track of your every move online, and when it deems it has enough, sends it to the unknown third parties that published it. After these unknown individuals have it, they’re free to use it as they see fit, and there’s nothing you can do to stop them. Does that sound like a risk you’re willing to take? Do you think it’s worth the gamble? Here’s a hint: No. ‘No’ on both accounts. Do yourself a favor and get rid of the Tencent QQ tool as soon as you realize it has invaded your computer.
How did I get infected with Tencent QQ?
The Tencent QQ tool is quite masterful when it comes to finding a way to your system. And, not only does it manage to find one and slither in, but it does so undetected. Oh, yes. The application invades your PC without you even realizing it. You only become aware of the program’s existence once it chooses to clue you in, and until that time comes, you’re oblivious. But how does a program enter your system without you even knowing? Well, in the case of Tencent QQ, its preferred means of infiltration is through freeware as it provides possibly the easiest access point. That’s because, for reasons beyond comprehension, users choose to throw caution to the wind during its install. Instead of being thorough and doing their due diligence, they give into naivety and haste and don’t even read the terms and conditions. They just agree with everything and hope for the best. That’s a poor strategy that almost always leads to headaches, issues, and regret. Don’t rely on chance or luck! Be more careful as even a little extra attention can save you a ton of troubles. If you wish to keep Tencent QQ, and other applications like it, away from your computer, don’t be careless. Infections prey on carelessness.
Why is Tencent QQ dangerous?
Tencent QQ is quite the intrusive and harmful program. Unless you want to put up with its incessant meddling and endless waterfalls of issues, you better remove it from your system the first chance you get. If you choose not to, for one reason or another, you WILL regret it. And, here’s why. Yes, the tool does its best to convince you of its legitimacy, but don’t buy it. It’s not an instant messaging software, as it claims to be. Don’t fall for its fake promises of offering online social games, music, shopping, microblogging, group and voice chat, and whatnot. It’s all a scheme, and it becomes apparent once you look past its sugary layer of marketing. After it slithers into your PC, Tencent QQ copies its files to your hard disc, creates new startup key, as well as a folder in your Program Files or Program Data. That’s why its removal is not easy. It tightens its grip on your system more and more with every passing day. The more you allow it to stay, the worse your predicament is going to get. So, unless you’re jumping with joy at the opportunity to deal with all the grievances, the tool will undoubtedly place upon you, delete the PUP at once! Some of the unpleasantness, you’ll have the ‘pleasure’ of being faced with includes have your browsing experience messed up with an endless stream of pop-up ads. Also, you’ll have to endure frequent system crashes and put up with a slower PC performance. And, to top it all, you’ll be risking your personal and financial information falling into the hands of wicked strangers with agendas. That’s hardly the experience you want from a ‘messaging service.’ Delete Tencent QQ at once! Sooner rather than later is preferable. You’ll save yourself a ton of troubles, and earn the gratitude of your future self.
How Can I Remove Tencent QQ?
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If you perform exactly the steps below you should be able to remove the Tencent QQ infection. Please, follow the procedures in the exact order. Please, consider to print this guide or have another computer at your disposal. You will NOT need any USB sticks or CDs.
- Open your task Manager by pressing CTRL+SHIFT+ESC keys simultaneously
- Locate the process of Tencent QQ and kill it
- Open your windows registry editor by typing”regedit” in the windows search box
Navigate to (Depending on your OS version)
[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run] or
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run] or
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run]
and delete the display Name: Tencent QQ
Simultaneously press the Windows Logo Button and then “R” to open the Run Command
Type “Appwiz.cpl”
Locate the Tencent QQ program and click on uninstall/change. To facilitate the search you can sort the programs by date. Review the most recent installed programs first. In general you should remove all unknown programs.
Navigate to C:/Program Files and delete Tencent QQ folder. Double check with any antimalware program for any leftovers. Keep your software up-to date!