Remove StartupMaximizer Adware

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As you could imagine, you’re dealing with a parasite. StartupMaximizer may not seem to be particularly harmful at first glance but trust us when we say, this thing is dangerous. StartupMaximizer has been categorized as an adware-type infection as well as a potentially unwanted program. Do you want to see its entire malicious potential unleashed on your PC system? No? Then don’t waste time. Keep in mind that behind this thing’s relatively harmless facade lies a problematic infection which is perfectly capable of wreaking havoc. If you underestimate the infection, you will inevitably regret this decision. Remember, nothing is as it seems in the world of malware. StartupMaximizer pretends to be an optimizing tool but in reality it’s the exact opposite. Since the moment this nuisance invades your machine till the moment you delete it, get yourself prepared for trouble. The first thing you will notice is a pile of unauthorized changes in your browser settings. PC infections in general (this one included) are very secretive and stealthy. Obviously, your browsers get modified to serve hackers’ purposes. Now, those greatly mismatch your own. Crooks aim for gaining profit online and in order to achieve their goal, hackers are willing to cause your machine some incredibly serious, irreversible damage. For example, this program generates ads. All kinds of ads. All the time. Whatever website you visit (or should we say, attempt to visit), the commercials will be there waiting for you. That includes pop-ups, pop-under ads, banner ads, interstitial ads, video ads and if only reading their names makes you feel dizzy, imagine how you’d feel seeing them on a daily basis. What all these web links have in common is the fact they’re sponsored. It’s quite clear that a sponsored commercial is never really a safe one because this parasite doesn’t discriminate between real and corrupted links. You might end up on some extremely dangerous website filled with malware thus compromising your PC much further. In addition, StartupMaximizer displays pop-ups claiming to have found malware on your machine. Don’t fall victim to that trickery. The only infection you should be worried about is StartupMaximizer, not the various fictional viruses it warns you about. There is nothing currently on your PC screen you could trust now that the PC is infected. Therefore, it’s highly recommended that you uninstall this program on the spot.

How did I get infected with?

Are you curious as to how StartupMaximizer managed to get installed? You probably are, especially having in mind you never agreed to download this program voluntarily. The thing is, cyber parasites rely on stealthy methods in order to get spread online. For example, StartupMaximizer might have been attached to some freeware/shareware bundle that you downloaded off of the Internet. Keep in mind how popular bundles are when it comes to spreading malware. What’s even worse is, all types of infections travel the Web applying that same technique. To protect your machine, stay away from illegitimate bundles. Opt for the Custom option instead of the Basic one to make sure there’s no potential intruder in the bundle. If you skip installation steps because you want to save time, you’re leaving your device completely vulnerable to parasites. And, if you do end up accidentally installing some “bonus” infection, you have no one to blame but yourself. Make sure you take your time. Deselect any potential intruder you may find in the bundle and be careful what you download. Also, always check out the Terms and Conditions or EULA (End User License Agreement) of the programs you give green light to. Caution pays off so pay attention to your safety on time. You won’t regret it.

Why are these ads dangerous?

It’s quite obvious that a misleading, deceiving, resourceful program can’t possibly be safe. StartupMaximizer’s long list of malicious traits begins with sudden browser modifications. This parasite’s browser extension or add-on works just fine with Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer. Obviously, your own preferences about your own browsers are no longer relevant. Nor is your Internet experience, actually. Due to the parasite’s unwanted presence, you’ll be constantly bombarded with fake advertisements, fake software updates and fake security alerts. Stay away from all of them. The virus might attempt to convince you to call some phone number in order to fix a non-existent problem on your machine. As we already mentioned, you simply have to ignore these empty promises and bogus threats. Hackers are aiming at your bank account and whatever supposedly useful anti-malware program StartupMaximizer offers you, ignore it too. The only reason this problematic program is currently on board is to scam you and, ultimately, to help hackers become rich as your expense. It is key for your further security that you get rid of the intruder as soon as possible. StartupMaximizer also collects your browsing-related data thus putting your privacy at risk. This program exposes you to various threats so make no mistake. In order to delete the nasty parasite manually, please follow our detailed removal guide which you’ll find down below.

How Can I Remove StartupMaximizer Ads?

If you perform exactly the steps below you should be able to remove the StartupMaximizer 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.

STEP 1: Uninstall StartupMaximizer from your Add\Remove Programs

STEP 2: Delete StartupMaximizer from Chrome, Firefox or IE

STEP 3: Permanently Remove StartupMaximizer from the windows registry.

STEP 1 : Uninstall StartupMaximizer from Your Computer

Simultaneously press the Windows Logo Button and then “R” to open the Run Command

Type “Appwiz.cpl”

Locate the StartupMaximizer 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.

STEP 2 : Remove StartupMaximizer from Chrome, Firefox or IE

Remove from Google Chrome

• In the Main Menu, select Tools—> Extensions
• Remove any unknown extension by clicking on the little recycle bin
• If you are not able to delete the extension then navigate to C:\Users\”computer name“\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Extensions\and review the folders one by one.
• Reset Google Chrome by Deleting the current user to make sure nothing is left behind

• If you are using the latest chrome version you need to do the following
• go to settings – Add person

• choose a preferred name.

• then go back and remove person 1
• Chrome should be malware free now

Remove from Mozilla Firefox

• Open Firefox
• Press simultaneously Ctrl+Shift+A
• Disable and remove any unknown add on
• Open the Firefox’s Help Menu

• Then Troubleshoot information
• Click on Reset Firefox

Remove from Internet Explorer

• Open IE
• On the Upper Right Corner Click on the Gear Icon
• Go to Toolbars and Extensions
• Disable any suspicious extension.
• If the disable button is gray, you need to go to your Windows Registry and delete the corresponding CLSID
• On the Upper Right Corner of Internet Explorer Click on the Gear Icon.
• Click on Internet options

• Select the Advanced tab and click on Reset.

• Check the “Delete Personal Settings Tab” and then Reset

• Close IE

Permanently Remove StartupMaximizer Leftovers

To make sure manual removal is successful, we recommend to use a free scanner of any professional antimalware program to identify any registry leftovers or temporary files.