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HomeHome Spyware DatabaseSpyware Database PCTotalDefender Removal Guide"PCTotalDefender Removal Guide"

PCTotalDefender Removal Guide

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PCTotalDefender Description

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PCTotalDefender, also known as PC Total Defender, is a rogue anti-spyware program related to AntiSpywareMaster, Antispywaresuite, AntivirusForAll, AVsystemcare and WinSecureAv, just to mention a few. PCTotalDefender infects your computer system with the help of Trojans (such as Zlob or Vundo), that may have come bundled in a fake video codec download. As soon as PCTotalDefender installs in your computer, it will use it's fake system scanner to display false positives which work as an incentive to push you to buy PCTotalDefender's "licensed" version. PCTotalDefender's displays may be titled: "System Status: Your system is not fully protected".

PCTotalDefender will also prompt bogus popups and system notifications. Do not click on any link provided by PCTotalDefender. If you click on the link provided, you'll be redirected to PCTotalDefender's website or to another rogue website where you'll be encouraged to purchase PCTotalDefender's rogue anti-spyware program.

Disclaimer:

  1. SpywareRemove.com IS NOT associated, affiliated, consorted, or connected with the publishers PCTotalDefender.
  2. We object, reject, and disapprove all the malicious and objectionable business practices of the publishers of PCTotalDefender.
  3. Our goal and objective is to completely eliminate the promotion of PCTotalDefender 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 PCTotalDefender.
The readers of this posting should not confuse, mistake, or associate this article to be a promotion or advertisement of PCTotalDefender, since the aim of this posting is to educate users on how to detect and eliminate PCTotalDefender off their computer. Any information provided is "as is" for reference and educational purposes only.

How can I Detect PCTotalDefender?

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

PCTotalDefender or PC Total Defender Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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PCTotalDefender Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

  1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
  2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "PCTotalDefender" 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 "PCTotalDefender", 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 PCTotalDefender in the following manual removal steps.
  5. "PCTotalDefender" files can be found in the directory path(s):


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

  5. Read more about How to kill PCTotalDefender Processes

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove PCTotalDefender Registry Entries

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove PCTotalDefender DLL Files

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

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

PCTotalDefender Recommendation

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

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


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

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


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What is Rogue AntiSpyware Programs?


PCTotalDefender is a type of Rogue AntiSpyware Programs.

Rogue anti-spyware programs are fake applications that are cleverly disguised to behave like legitimate spyware removal programs. Rogue anti-spyware programs are usually created by hackers with the sole purpose of rendering a sale for the rogue application. Many rogue anti-spyware programs use deceiving tactics to entice computer users to purchase the rogue anti-spyware program. In many cases computer users do not realize that they have downloaded or installed a fake anti-spyware program until after the sale has taken place. Rogue Anti-Spyware Programs are bogus applications that usually require an extra effort to completely uninstall or remove from your system. Computer infections such as Trojans are known to install rogue anti-spyware programs which do not remove parasites or justify the abnormally high cost of the full version.

Think you have PCTotalDefender? Run SpyHunter's malware scan and automatically detect PCTotalDefender on your PC.

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PCTotalDefender Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from PCTotalDefender 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 PCTotalDefender 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 PCTotalDefender 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 PCTotalDefender from infecting your computer.

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

Since new PCTotalDefender 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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PCTotalDefender Screenshots


View PCTotalDefender screenshots below and see for yourself how PCTotalDefender looks like. Learn how to recognize PCTotalDefender when it infects your machine.

(click on PCTotalDefender image to enlarge)

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Publication Date

Tue Jul 08 2008 16:53:25 EST

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Username:  mreid18@aol.com    Date Posted:  2008-07-13 01:07:13   
Comment:

I can't down load any think pc total defender is blocking all down loads


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