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WinTools Removal Guide

WinTools Description

How can I Detect WinTools?

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

WinTools Automatic Detection (Recommended)

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WinTools Manual Removal Instructions

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

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

1. Go to Start > Search > All Files or Folders.
2. In the "All or part of the the file name" section, type in "WinTools" 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 "WinTools", 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 WinTools in the following manual removal steps.
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Step 2 : Use Windows Task Manager to Remove WinTools 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 "WinTools" process by name.
3. Select the "WinTools" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
4. Remove the "WinTools" processes files:
5. radio.exe
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Step 3 : Use Registry Editor to Remove WinTools 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 "WinTools" value, right-click on it and select the "Delete" option.
4. Locate and delete "WinTools" registry entries:
5. 8DA5457F-A8AA-4CCF-A842-70E6FD274094 FB45C451-B0E9-4407-BB6A-9361013F3E9A D8BD4DED-5BB2-4D4E-9A6A-F10244FED7D6 PROTOCOLS\Name-Space Handler\res\WToolsB.ResProtocol RadioPlayer
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Step 4 : Use Windows Command Prompt to Unregister WinTools 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 WinTools DLL file is located and press the "Enter" button on your keyboard. If you don't know where WinTools DLL file is located, use the "dir" command to display the directory's contents.
3. To unregister "WinTools" DLL file, type in the exact directory path + "regsvr32 /u" + [DLL_NAME] (for example, :C\Spyware-folder\> regsvr32 /u WinTools.dll) and press the "Enter" button. A message will pop up that says you successfully unregistered the file.
4. Search and unregister "WinTools" DLL files:
5. AdToolsComm.dll
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Step 5 : Detect and Delete Other WinTools 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 "WinTools" process and click on the "End Process" button to kill it.
8. Remove the "WinTools" processes files:
9. radio.exe AdToolsComm.dll
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WinTools Recommendation

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

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

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

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

More WinTools Resources

What is Spyware?

WinTools 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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WinTools Prevention Rules

Protect your computer from WinTools 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 WinTools 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 WinTools automatically.

Download SpyHunter's Malware Scanner

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

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

Since new WinTools 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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