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BrowserAccel Description

BrowserAccel is a browser helper object, also known as 7FaSSt, provided by 7search.com. BrowserAccel adds an IE toolbar named "browser accelerator" which provides a search field linked to 7search. BrowserAccel toolbar also tracks where you visit and sends this information to a central server.

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  1. SpywareRemove.com IS NOT associated, affiliated, consorted, or connected with the publishers BrowserAccel.
  2. We object, reject, and disapprove all the malicious and objectionable business practices of the publishers of BrowserAccel.
  3. Our goal and objective is to completely eliminate the promotion of BrowserAccel and other malware publishers off the Internet. In addition, we seek the complete deletion of all the malware programs, including all their polymorphic variants, which are developed and distributed all over the Internet, in the same manner as the publishers of BrowserAccel.
The readers of this posting should not confuse, mistake, or associate this article to be a promotion or advertisement of BrowserAccel, since the aim of this posting is to educate users on how to detect and eliminate BrowserAccel off their computer. Any information provided is "as is" for reference and educational purposes only.

How can I Detect BrowserAccel?

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

BrowserAccel Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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BrowserAccel Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

  1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
  2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "BrowserAccel" 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 "BrowserAccel", 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 BrowserAccel in the following manual removal steps.
    5. Read more about How to Find BrowserAccel with File Search Tool

Step 2 : Use Registry Editor to Remove BrowserAccel 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 "BrowserAccel" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
  4. Locate and delete "BrowserAccel" registry entries:

  5. Read more about How to Remove BrowserAccel Registry Entries

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove BrowserAccel DLL Files

Step 4 : Detect and Delete Other BrowserAccel 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 "BrowserAccel" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
  8. Remove the "BrowserAccel" processes files:

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

BrowserAccel Recommendation

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

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


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

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


More BrowserAccel Resources

What is Browser Helper Object?


BrowserAccel is a type of Browser Helper Object.

Browser helper objects may be used to help website authors customize and control Internet Explorer. These components usually load when Internet Explorer starts, and may share IE's memory context and perform any action on the available windows and modules. A browser helper object may detect events, create windows to display additional information on a viewed page, and monitor messages and actions.

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BrowserAccel Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from BrowserAccel 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 BrowserAccel 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 BrowserAccel 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 BrowserAccel from infecting your computer.

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

Since new BrowserAccel 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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