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TrustCleaner Description

Trust Cleaner is a rogue anti-spyware program that is known to install itself on your computer through various browser security exploits, including via Trojan downloaders. This program gives numerous false positives in an attempt to convince the user to purchase the full version of their product. Trust Cleaner will automatically start itself every time that you start your PC, and may block your access to msn.com web pages. It may also redirect your searches to its own servers, as well as generate tremendous amounts of popup advertisements.

How can I get rid of TrustCleaner?

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

TrustCleaner Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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TrustCleaner Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "TrustCleaner" 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 "TrustCleaner", 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 TrustCleaner in the following manual removal steps.
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove TrustCleaner 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 "TrustCleaner" process by name.
3. Select the "TrustCleaner" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "TrustCleaner" processes files:
5. tctool.exe tctool[1].exe srsvc.exe trustinpopups.exe uninstall.exe uninstall.exetrustcleaner.exe trustcleaner.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove TrustCleaner 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 "TrustCleaner" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "TrustCleaner" registry entries:
5. 5B12472E-E989-4A1C-8630-F30CBFD02065 2F3CB3F0-58C7-4B3D-8CF9-009789E36437 94ADB316-AE86-4BAD-9B27-ABB89B88BDE9 Trust Cleaner HKEY_ALL_USERS\Software\TrustCleaner\Options HKEY_ALL_USERS\Software\TrustCleaner HKEY_ALL_USERS\ Software\Trust Cleaner\OptionsHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\TrustCleaner HKEY_ALL_USERS\ Software\Trust Cleaner HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\Trust Cleaner
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister TrustCleaner 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 TrustCleaner DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where TrustCleaner DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "TrustCleaner" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u TrustCleaner.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "TrustCleaner" DLL files:
5. ticont.dll wschtm35.dll jtjq0715e.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other TrustCleaner 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 "TrustCleaner" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "TrustCleaner" processes files:
9. tctool.exe tctool[1].exe srsvc.exe ticont.dll wschtm35.dll jtjq0715e.dll Trust Cleaner trustinpopups.exe uninstall.lnk trustcleaner.lnk xas.dat whitelist.cfg tcd.sys uninstall.exe uninstall.lnktrustcleaner.exe trust cleaner.lnk xas.dat whitelist.cfg tcd.sys
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TrustCleaner Recommendation

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

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

Download SpyHunter's FREE TrustCleaner Scanner.

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

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

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What is Malware?

TrustCleaner is a type of Malware.

Malware is any malicious software installed in your system without your consent or knowledge. Malware includes viruses, worms, and programs that illegally allow remote access to your system. Malware may also include spyware that monitors your Internet activity and programs that change your web browser or dialup settings.

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TrustCleaner Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from TrustCleaner 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 TrustCleaner 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 TrustCleaner automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Free TrustCleaner Scanner

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

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

Since new TrustCleaner 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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