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TheSpyBot Description

How can I get rid of TheSpyBot?

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

TheSpyBot Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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TheSpyBot Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "TheSpyBot" 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 "TheSpyBot", 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 TheSpyBot in the following manual removal steps.
5. "TheSpyBot" files can be found in the directory path(s):
6. %ProgramFiles%\TheSpyBot
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove TheSpyBot 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 "TheSpyBot" process by name.
3. Select the "TheSpyBot" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "TheSpyBot" processes files:
5. TheSpyBot.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove TheSpyBot 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 "TheSpyBot" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "TheSpyBot" registry entries:
5. TheSpyBot HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\TheSpyBot HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.key HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\TheSpyBot HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run\"TheSpyBot" = "C:\Program Files\TheSpyBot\TheSpyBot.exe"
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister TheSpyBot 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 TheSpyBot DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where TheSpyBot DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "TheSpyBot" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u TheSpyBot.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "TheSpyBot" DLL files:
5. TheSpyBot3.dll TheSpyBot1.dll TheSpyBot0.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other TheSpyBot 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 "TheSpyBot" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "TheSpyBot" processes files:
9. TheSpyBot TheSpyBot3.dll Thespybot1.tb TheSpyBot1.dll TheSpyBot0.tb TheSpyBot0.dll TheSpyBot.lic TheSpyBot.exe TheSpyBot.lnk
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TheSpyBot Recommendation

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

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

Download SpyHunter's Free TheSpyBot Scanner

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

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

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What is Rogue AntiSpyware Programs?

TheSpyBot 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.

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TheSpyBot Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from TheSpyBot 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 TheSpyBot 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 TheSpyBot automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Free TheSpyBot Scanner

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

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

Since new TheSpyBot 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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TheSpyBot Screenshots

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

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Publication Date

Mon Mar 03 2008 14:52:47 EST

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