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SpyGuarder Removal Guide

SpyGuarder Description

SpyGuarder is a rogue cleaner program that uses scare tactics to get you to purchase the full version of the SpyGuarder program. SpyGuarder, or Spy Guarder, may be downloaded and installed through the Zlob Trojan infection which can come from a fake video codec download or MediaAcces Codec installer which is present on porn websites. SpyGuarder, if installed, may prompt you with popups or alert messages that say you have "clean" your computer by removing cookies, user history, browser history and other files.

Computer users are urged to avoid downloading or purchasing SpyGuarder no matter how legitimate the program may look. Do not click on any link provided by SpyGuarder. If you do, you'll be redirected to a rogue website to download and purchase the full version of SpyGuarder. SpyGuarder's activities may generate a system slowdown. SpyGuarder may continue to try to recreate itself after reboot.

How can I Detect SpyGuarder?

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

SpyGuarder Automatic Detection (Recommended)

Is your PC infected with SpyGuarder? To safely & quickly detect SpyGuarder, we highly recommend you...

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner.

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

SpyGuarder Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "SpyGuarder" 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 "SpyGuarder", 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 SpyGuarder in the following manual removal steps.
5. "SpyGuarder" files can be found in the directory path(s):
6. %AllUsersProfile%\Start Menu\Programs\SpyGuarder %ProgramFiles%\SpyGuarder %AppData%\SpyGuarder
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove SpyGuarder 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 "SpyGuarder" process by name.
3. Select the "SpyGuarder" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "SpyGuarder" processes files:
5. spyguarder_install[1].exe spyguarder_install.exe spyguarder.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove SpyGuarder 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 "SpyGuarder" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "SpyGuarder" registry entries:
5. 784CE1EA-4109-4D9E-BAD0-6E022808EEAE Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\MenuOrder\Start Menu2\Programs\SpyGuarder 83798BB2-00CD-4CF4-84CC-D814DC7A510F HKEY_CURRENT_USER\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\run spyguarder HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\explorer\browser helper objects\{f3642b57-3ea8-4eea-a643-9de138381a57} HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{f3642b57-3ea8-4eea-a643-9de138381a57}\inprocserver32 threadingmodel HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{f3642b57-3ea8-4eea-a643-9de138381a57}\inprocserver32 HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\clsid\{f3642b57-3ea8-4eea-a643-9de138381a57}
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister SpyGuarder 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 SpyGuarder DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where SpyGuarder DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "SpyGuarder" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u SpyGuarder.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "SpyGuarder" DLL files:
5. redir.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other SpyGuarder 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 "SpyGuarder" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "SpyGuarder" processes files:
9. Start SpyGuarder.lnk SpyGuarder.lnk spyguarder_install[1].exe SpyGuarder redir.dll %profile%\application data\spyguarder\spyguarder.ini %profile%\application data\spyguarder\desc.dat %profile%\application data\spyguarder\spline.dat %profile%\application data\spyguarder\base2.dat %profile%\application data\spyguarder\base.dat spyguarder_install.exe spyguarder.exe
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SpyGuarder Recommendation

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

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

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

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

SpyGuarder Technical Details

The following SpyGuarder components and their MD5s:

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What is Rogue AntiSpyware Programs?

SpyGuarder 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 SpyGuarder? Run SpyHunter's malware scan and automatically detect SpyGuarder on your PC.

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SpyGuarder Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from SpyGuarder 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 SpyGuarder 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 SpyGuarder automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

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

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

Since new SpyGuarder 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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SpyGuarder Screenshots

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

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