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Registry Cleaner Removal Guide

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Registry Cleaner Description

Registry Cleaner, also known as System Registry Cleaner, is a rogue computer cleanup application. Registry Cleaner is ostensibly designed to detect and repair registry errors, but is often downloaded and installed by a Trojan, through browser security holes, or via other unconventional and unethical mechanisms. Once installed, Registry Cleaner launches on Windows startup and may generate excessive popup advertisements. Registry Cleaner will also display notifications of imaginary registry errors in its attempts to get the user to purchase the full version.

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

How can I Detect Registry Cleaner?

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

Registry Cleaner Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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SpyHunter's free version is only for malware detection. If SpyHunter's malware scanner detects Registry Cleaner on your PC, you will need to purchase SpyHunter's malware removal tool to remove Registry Cleaner and other malware threats.

Registry Cleaner Manual Removal Instructions

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

Step 1 : Use Windows File Search Tool to Find Registry Cleaner Path

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


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

  5. Read more about How to kill Registry Cleaner Processes

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove Registry Cleaner Registry Entries

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

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

Registry Cleaner Recommendation

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

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


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

To learn more on Registry Cleaner, see our Registry Cleaner resource section below.



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What is Trojans?


Registry Cleaner is a type of Trojans.

Trojans install themselves secretly and quietly onto your computer, most often by the simple downloading of email attachments (usually .avi, .pif, .exe, and even .jpg files.) Most Trojans gain complete control over your system after installation, and with that may delete files, steal passwords, change your system settings, and monitor your computer acitivity.

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Registry Cleaner Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from Registry Cleaner 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 Registry Cleaner 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 Registry Cleaner automatically.

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

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

Since new Registry Cleaner 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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