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Can’t Remove PC Protector Plus? This page includes detailed PC Protector Plus Removal instructions!
As you could imagine, PC Protector Plus doesn’t actually protect anything. This pest has been classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program). In short, that means you’re stuck with a tricky cyber infection. Even though PC Protector Plus is supposed to enhance your online experience, this is a dangerous, deceptive parasite. It takes over your default browser settings instead and harasses you on a daily basis. The sooner you get rid of this nuisance, the better. Take immediate action and regain control over your infected browsers. You certainly won’t regret it. PC Protector Plus makes modifications in all your favorite browsers. Completely unauthorized modifications, as you already know. No infection is going to seek your consent so don’t expect this one to take care of your preferences. That is not why PC Protector Plus was created. The virus is only focused on altering your browser settings behind your back. Why is this pest so stubborn to make changes? Because by messing with their settings, the PUP allows hackers to use the pay-per-click mechanism. Ultimately, crooks’ goal is to make money online. All they need is to inject your browsers with sponsored pop-ups. Now that your browser settings are changed, the ads appear. PC Protector Plus installs a browser extension and brings along pop-ups. These commercials are beyond stubborn. They come in all shapes and colors imaginable so don’t underestimate the threat. Instead, make sure you tackle the PUP before it tricks you into clicking some commercial open. Not only does clicking these ads help hackers gain profit but it also exposes you to malware. Are you willing to take this risk? Remember that the ads generated by PC Protector Plus are sponsored. Therefore, they could be leading you to practically any website. If you’re unlucky enough, you may get redirected to some extremely harmful pages filled with viruses. As long as the PUP is on your PC, you’ll remain one click away from infections. Do yourself a favor and avoid these ads. That includes all pop-ups, pop-unders, banners, interstitials and other commercials you may come across. If a certain ad is displayed by a cyber parasite, it is questionable and unsafe. Keep that in mind and be careful.
How did I get infected with PC Protector Plus?
The parasite didn’t bother to seek permission to get installed either. Such programs take advantage of your haste and distraction online. Furthermore, they only need one single moment of negligence. In the future, always keep an eye out for intruders. One notoriously popular infiltration method is called freeware bundling. If you often download program bundles, you should definitely pay attention. Opt for the custom or advanced option in the Setup Wizard and be cautious. Although many PC users prefer to skip the installation process, that is a very dangerous move. You need to be aware what programs exactly you’re giving green light to. Otherwise, you might accidentally download a whole bouquet of infections among the programs you wanted. Check out the Terms and Conditions as well. The same thing goes for the End User License Agreement (EULA). Always take your time during the process so you don’t have to deal with malware later on. Your care and oversight will pay off.
Why is PC Protector Plus dangerous?
Compared to other types of viruses, PUPs are relatively easy to tackle. That is if you take quick, adequate measures, though. Even the most harmless-looking program could end up causing you harm if you hesitate for too long. To prevent that, get rid of the nasty PC Protector Plus on the spot. This parasite is compatible with Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer. It effectively stands in your way every single time you browse the Internet. As mentioned, the virus adds a plugin to your browsers and injects them with sponsored ads. You might witness coupons, discounts, various deals and offers, price comparisons. All these devious web links aim to help hackers gain revenue. They are certainly not as amazing as they look because many of the ads are corrupted. Also, there is no telling which commercial is safe and real and which one is dangerous. Restrain yourself from clicking all pop-ups that currently cover your PC screen. To delete the PUP, please follow our detailed manual removal guide down below.
How Can I Remove PC Protector Plus?
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If you perform exactly the steps below you should be able to remove the PC Protector Plus 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 PC Protector Plus.exe 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: PC Protector Plus
Simultaneously press the Windows Logo Button and then “R” to open the Run Command
Type “Appwiz.cpl”
Locate the PC Protector Plus 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 PC Protector Plus folder. Double check with any antimalware program for any leftovers. Keep your software up-to date!