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AVSystemCare Removal Guide

AVSystemCare Description

How can I Detect AVSystemCare?

The most common spyware removal tactic is to uninstall AVSystemCare by using the "Add/Remove Programs" utility. However, as there may still be hidden AVSystemCare files, it's possible that AVSystemCare will reappear after reboot. Follow the AVSystemCare detection and removal methods below.

AVSystemCare Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.

SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. If SpyHunter's malware scanner detects AVSystemCare on your PC, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool to remove AVSystemCare and other malware threats.

AVSystemCare Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of AVSystemCare manual removal instructions and AVSystemCare components listed to help you remove AVSystemCare from your PC. Backup Reminder: Always be sure to back up your PC before making any changes.

Note: This manual removal process may be difficult and you run the risk of destroying your computer. We recommend that you use SpyHunter's malware detection tool to check for AVSystemCare.

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find AVSystemCare Path

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "AVSystemCare" file name(s).
3. To get better results, select "Look in: Local Hard Drives" or "Look in: My Computer" and then click "Search" button.
4. When Windows finishes your search, hover over the "In Folder" of "AVSystemCare", highlight the file and copy/paste the path into the address bar. Save the file's path on your clipboard because you'll need the file path to delete AVSystemCare in the following manual removal steps.
5. "AVSystemCare" files can be found in the directory path(s):
6. %CommonProgramFiles%\AVSystemCare %AppData%\AVSystemCare %AllUsersProfile%\Start Menu\Programs\AVSystemCare %SystemDrive%\AVSystemCare %ProgramFiles%\AVSystemCare
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove AVSystemCare Processes

1. To open the Windows Task Manager, use the combination of CTRL+ALT+DEL or CTRL+SHIFT+ESC.
2. Click on the "Image Name" button to search for "AVSystemCare" process by name.
3. Select the "AVSystemCare" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "AVSystemCare" processes files:
5. aviupd.exe RTasks.exe atf.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove AVSystemCare Registry Values

1. To open the Registry Editor, go to Start > Run > type regedit and then press the "OK" button.
2. Locate and delete the entry or entries whose data value (in the rightmost column) is the spyware file(s) detected earlier.
3. To delete "AVSystemCare" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "AVSystemCare" registry entries:
5. 55B49019-E69E-47FD-A67F-F28D83E5B695 D961C9CA-59B3-46DD-9CEE-47714CFE2831 C4514FE1-54AA-42f0-B212-BA8065206F8F AVSystemCare
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister AVSystemCare DLL Files

1. To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then click the "OK" button.
2. Type "cd" in order to change the current directory, press the "space" button, enter the full path to where you believe the AVSystemCare DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where AVSystemCare DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "AVSystemCare" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u AVSystemCare.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "AVSystemCare" DLL files:
5. UGaChk.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other AVSystemCare Files

1. To open the Windows Command Prompt, go to Start > Run > type cmd and then press the "OK" button.
2. Type in "dir /A name_of_the_folder" (for example, C:\Spyware-folder), which will display the folder's content even the hidden files.
3. To change directory, type in "cd name_of_the_folder".
4. Once you have the file you're looking for type in "del name_of_the_file".
5. To delete a file in folder, type in "del name_of_the_file".
6. To delete the entire folder, type in "rmdir /S name_of_the_folder".
7. Select the "AVSystemCare" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "AVSystemCare" processes files:
9. Uninstall AVSystemCare.lnk AVSystemCare.lnk aviupd.exe RTasks.exe atf.exe AVSystemCare UGaChk.dll
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AVSystemCare Recommendation

RECOMMENDED: To avoid the unnecessary risk of damaging your computer, we highly recommend you use a good malware remover to track AVSystemCare and automatically remove AVSystemCare as well as other spyware, adware, trojans, and virus threats in your PC.

If you believe you have AVSystemCare installed on your computer, check for AVSystemCare with SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.

SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove AVSystemCare and other malware threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool. Since new AVSystemCare files are constantly being released, it is normally advised to run SpyHunter's scanner weekly to get the latest updates on AVSystemCare and other malware threats.

To learn more on AVSystemCare, see our AVSystemCare resource section below.

AVSystemCare Technical Details

The following AVSystemCare components and their MD5s:

More AVSystemCare Resources

What is Trojans?

AVSystemCare is a type of Trojans.

Trojans install themselves secretly and quietly onto your computer, most often by the simple downloading of email attachments (usually .avi, .pif, .exe, and even .jpg files.) Most Trojans gain complete control over your system after installation, and with that may delete files, steal passwords, change your system settings, and monitor your computer acitivity.

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AVSystemCare Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from AVSystemCare and other spyware by following these four easy prevention rules.

Rule #1: Keep your Windows Security up-to-date

Microsoft provides updates weekly and can always be downloaded manually from the Microsoft website.
Tip: Regularly visit Windows Update and set your computer to receive security & critical updates automatically.

To get Microsoft Update, go to IE > Tools > Windows Update > Product Updates, and select "ALL High-Priority Security Updates" from the list.

Then open IE and go to Internet Options > Security > Internet, then press "Default Level", then OK. Now press "Custom Level."

Rule #2: Download and install a reliable anti-spyware software

A good anti-spyware software that recognizes current AVSystemCare spyware as well as other forms of spyware can can be the answer to all your security issues. Listed below is an anti-spyware program that can effectively reverse the damage of your computer and detect AVSystemCare automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove AVSystemCare and other malware threats, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool.

Rule #3: Install and keep your firewall turned on

A firewall is essential for a complete protection of your PC. Make sure that your firewall is always turned on. A firewall can prevent unwanted software like AVSystemCare from infecting your computer.

Rule #4: Keep your anti-spyware definitions up-to-date

Since new AVSystemCare files can be created every day, it is important to keep your anti-spyware program up-to-date. Your anti-spyware scanner should have an update feature where with a click of a button you can get new spyware definitions instantly. Often, an anti-spyware software will open an update window reminding you that there are new updates available.

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