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Pugi Description

Pugi is an Internet Explorer toolbar providing a web search service and sponsored links. Pugi changes the web browser's default home, search and error pages and modifies some related settings. It also tracks user Internet activity, shows commercial pop-up advertisements and may block access to some reputable security-related web sites. The spyware is able to silently update itself via the Internet. Pugi is bundled with several ad-supported applications and even spywares. It is also distributed through ActiveX drive-by downloads and therefore can get into the computer while visiting some insecure Internet resources. The threat runs every time the user launches Internet Explorer.

How can I get rid of Pugi?

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

Pugi Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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Pugi Manual Removal Instructions

Below is a list of Pugi manual removal instructions and Pugi 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 Pugi.

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

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "Pugi" 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 "Pugi", 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 Pugi in the following manual removal steps.
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Step 2 : Use Registry Editor to Remove Pugi 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 "Pugi" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "Pugi" registry entries:
5. A55581DC-2CDB-4089-8878-71A080B22342 A3E02B37-8608-4F57-AD58-AB91F32BA4F4 3789CBF0-C4CA-4E98-B93B-22ACF0587FBA HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWARESoftomate HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWARESearch-Explorer HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWARESearchit HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREQidion HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMasterBar HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREiSearch HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftWindows CurrentVersionUninstall{A55581DC-2CDB-4089-8878-71A080B22342}HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREBTB HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftInternet ExplorerToolbar{A3E02B37-8608-4F57-AD58-AB91F32BA4F4} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMicrosoftInternet ExplorerToolbar{3789CBF0-C4CA-4E98-B93B-22ACF0587FBA} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREClassesCLSID{A3E02B37-8608-4F57-AD58-AB91F32BA4F4} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREClassesCLSID{3789CBF0-C4CA-4E98-B93B-22ACF0587FBA} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{A3E02B37-8608-4F57-AD58-AB91F32BA4F4} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOTCLSID{3789CBF0-C4CA-4E98-B93B-22ACF0587FBA} HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWARESoftomate HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWARESearch-Explorer HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWARESearchit HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREQidion HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREMasterBar HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREiSearch HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWAREBTB
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Step 3 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister Pugi 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 Pugi DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where Pugi DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "Pugi" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u Pugi.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "Pugi" DLL files:
5. toolbar.dll srchitbar.dll sidebar.dll qi32.dll masterbar.dll google_toolbar.dll explbar.dll
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Step 4 : Detect and Delete Other Pugi 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 "Pugi" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "Pugi" processes files:
9. toolbar.dll srchitbar.dll sidebar.dll qi32.dll masterbar.dll google_toolbar.dll explbar.dll, google_toolbar.dll, masterbar.dll, qi32.dll, sidebar.dll, srchitbar.dll, toolbar.dllexplbar.dll
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Pugi Recommendation

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

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

Download SpyHunter's Free Pugi Scanner

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

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

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More Pugi Resources

What is Browser Plugins?

Pugi is a type of Browser Plugins.

Browser plugins can affect your web browser in a variety of ways. Some plugins may create windows to display additional information on a web page you?re viewing, and others may replace websites? banner advertisements with their own. Some plugins may simply change your home page, while others are used to monitor and report your Internet activity to a parent server. This spyware is usually not stopped by your firewall, because it?s seen by the firewall as part of your browser.

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

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Pugi Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from Pugi 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 Pugi 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 Pugi automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Free Pugi Scanner

SpyHunter's free version is only for spyware detection. To remove Pugi 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 Pugi from infecting your computer.

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

Since new Pugi 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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