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BreakSpyware Removal Guide

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BreakSpyware Description

BreakSpyware is a fake anti-spyware program that is often downloaded and installed without user knowledge or consent by a Trojan or through browser security holes. BreakSpyware launches on Windows startup and may generate large numbers of popup adverts. BreakSpyware will also display notifications of imaginary security risks in its attempts to get the user to purchase the full version. BreakSpyware program can be extremely difficult to remove manually, and will continue to try to recreate itself.
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The readers of this posting should not confuse, mistake, or associate this article to be a promotion or advertisement of BreakSpyware, since the aim of this posting is to educate users on how to detect and eliminate BreakSpyware off their computer. Any information provided is "as is" for reference and educational purposes only.

How can I Detect BreakSpyware?

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

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BreakSpyware Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of BreakSpyware manual removal instructions and BreakSpyware components listed to help you remove BreakSpyware 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 BreakSpyware.

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

  1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
  2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "BreakSpyware" 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 "BreakSpyware", 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 BreakSpyware in the following manual removal steps.

Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove BreakSpyware 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 "BreakSpyware" process by name.
  3. Select the "BreakSpyware" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
  4. Remove the "BreakSpyware" processes files:

  5. Read more about How to kill BreakSpyware Processes

Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove BreakSpyware 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 "BreakSpyware" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
  4. Locate and delete "BreakSpyware" registry entries:

  5. Read more about How to Remove BreakSpyware Registry Entries

Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister BreakSpyware 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 BreakSpyware DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where BreakSpyware DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
  3. To unregister "BreakSpyware" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u BreakSpyware.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
  4. Search and unregister "BreakSpyware" DLL files:

  5. Read more about How to Remove BreakSpyware DLL Files

Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other BreakSpyware 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 "BreakSpyware" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
  8. Remove the "BreakSpyware" processes files:

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

BreakSpyware Recommendation

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

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


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

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




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What is Trojans?


BreakSpyware 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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BreakSpyware Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from BreakSpyware 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 BreakSpyware 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 BreakSpyware automatically.

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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 BreakSpyware from infecting your computer.

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

Since new BreakSpyware 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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