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Protectpage.com Removal Guide

Protectpage.com Description

How can I Detect Protectpage.com?

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

Protectpage.com 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 Protectpage.com on your PC, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool to remove Protectpage.com and other malware threats.

Protectpage.com Manual Removal Instructions

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

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find Protectpage.com Path

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "Protectpage.com" 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 "Protectpage.com", 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 Protectpage.com in the following manual removal steps.
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove Protectpage.com 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 "Protectpage.com" process by name.
3. Select the "Protectpage.com" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "Protectpage.com" processes files:
5. pmmon.exe pmsngr.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove Protectpage.com 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 "Protectpage.com" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "Protectpage.com" registry entries:
5. [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\CLSID\{b0ded443-5e68-4001-a81b-0a0001621ab8}] HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\SharedTaskScheduler{9d6fac42-a7be-4702-87ef-75d8dc14249e} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREClassesTypeLib{728E63B0-5165-4E98-9C83-EF987EEB66C9} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\CLSID\{9d6fac42-a7be-4702-87ef-75d8dc14249e} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTTypeLib{728E63B0-5165-4E98-9C83-EF987EEB66C9}
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister Protectpage.com 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 Protectpage.com DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where Protectpage.com DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "Protectpage.com" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u Protectpage.com.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "Protectpage.com" DLL files:
5. eowygj.dll pkgvyg.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other Protectpage.com 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 "Protectpage.com" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "Protectpage.com" processes files:
9. vb.ini eowygj.dll pkgvyg.dll pmmon.exe pmsngr.exe Protectpage.com
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Protectpage.com Recommendation

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

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

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

To learn more on Protectpage.com, see our Protectpage.com resource section below.

More Protectpage.com Resources

What is Browser Hijackers?

Protectpage.com is a type of Browser Hijackers.

Browser hijackers change your Internet web browser settings without your permission. Sometimes this means changing your home page to a pay-per-click site so that the author of the browser hijacker software earns money. Sometimes browser hijackers may change your ?search? page so that all your queries lead to pay-per-click sites, while also tracking your Internet activity. Unfortunately, simply restoring your browser to factory settings usually will not prevent the browser hijacker from working.

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

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Protectpage.com Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from Protectpage.com 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 Protectpage.com 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 Protectpage.com automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. To remove Protectpage.com 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 Protectpage.com from infecting your computer.

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

Since new Protectpage.com 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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