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PC-Parent Description

PC-Parent is a commercial spy that helps parents to monitor their children by taking screenshots of kids activity. Captured screenshots can be viewed on remote PCs using any web browser. PC-Parent runs on every Windows startup. Although this software is not an actual spyware, intruders may use it for obvious malicious purposes.

How can I get rid of PC-Parent?

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

PC-Parent Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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Download SpyHunter's FREE PC-Parent Scanner.

SpyHunter's free version is only for spyware detection. If SpyHunter's spyware scanner detects PC-Parent on your PC, you have the option of purchasing SpyHunter's spyware removal tool to remove PC-Parent and other spyware threats.

PC-Parent Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of PC-Parent manual removal instructions and PC-Parent components listed to help you remove SpyCrush 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 spyware detection tool to check for PC-Parent.

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find PC-Parent Path

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

Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove PC-Parent 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 "PC-Parent" process by name.
3. Select the "PC-Parent" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "PC-Parent" processes files:
5. winlogin.exewinlogin.exe
   Read more about How to kill PC-Parent Processes

Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove PC-Parent 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 "PC-Parent" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "PC-Parent" registry entries:
5. HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SoftwareMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionRunWinLogin=%Windir%winlogin.exeHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionRunWinLogin=%Windir%winlogin.exe
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Step 4 : Detect and Delete Other PC-Parent 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 "PC-Parent" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "PC-Parent" processes files:
9. winlogin.exewinlogin.exe
   Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

PC-Parent Recommendation

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

If you believe you have PC-Parent installed on your computer, check for PC-Parent with SpyHunter's Free Spyware Scanner.

Download SpyHunter's FREE PC-Parent Scanner.

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

To learn more on PC-Parent, see our PC-Parent resource section below.

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What is Spyware?

PC-Parent is a type of Spyware.

Spyware is any malware or software used to spy or track your computer activity. While some spyware is not malicious and is intentionally installed by parents or employers to monitor Internet activity, spyware may be installed maliciously. Often spyware can come bundled with downloads of free software, and may track your Internet activity or may steal usernames and passwords, credit card numbers, and other personal financial information.

Think you have PC-Parent? Run SpyHunter's FREE PC-Parent scan and automatically detect PC-Parent on your PC.

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PC-Parent Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from PC-Parent 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 PC-Parent 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 PC-Parent automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Free PC-Parent Scanner

SpyHunter's free version is only for spyware detection. To remove PC-Parent and other spyware threats, you can purchase SpyHunter's spyware 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 PC-Parent from infecting your computer.

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

Since new PC-Parent 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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