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HomeHome Spyware DatabaseSpyware Database Relevancy Removal Guide"Relevancy Removal Guide"

Relevancy Removal Guide

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Relevancy Description

Relevancy is a malware spyware that records user search queries and sends gathered data to a predefined web server. Relevancy can get into the computer along with some ad-supported software. It also can be manually installed.

Disclaimer:

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

How can I Detect Relevancy?

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

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Relevancy Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

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

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

  5. Read more about How to kill Relevancy Processes

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove Relevancy Registry Entries

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

  5. Read more about How to Remove Relevancy DLL Files

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

  9. Read more about How to Delete Harmful Files

Relevancy Recommendation

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

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


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

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


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What is Spyware?


Relevancy 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.

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Relevancy Prevention Rules


Protect your computer from Relevancy 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 Relevancy 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 Relevancy 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 Relevancy from infecting your computer.

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

Since new Relevancy 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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