How to remove RegClean?
What is RegClean?
RegClean (a.k.a RegClean 2008) is a rogue anti-spyware program (a rogue registry cleaner) released January 7, 2008. This one pretends to be the best registry cleaner there is, but the reality is way different. Reg Clean is a scam not unlike any other rogue anti-spyware scam: this program uses scare tactics, such as falsified scan reports, to make users to buy the fake full version.
RegClean must be downloaded and installed manually. When active, it allows you to perform a registry scan, which produces a false and exaggerated report spiced-up with registry errors. These errors can supposedly only be fixed using the full version of RegClean2008, which is, of course, something you have to buy and which doesn’t really work.
RegClean’s website tries desperately to be convincing, but fails. Everything is just too random, especially the misplaced and misguided logos, such as the one that assures us there is no adware or spyware bundled to the trial version – sounds really legitimate, doesn’t it? And I really loved this part: "Q: Why is my computer slow? A: It’s not a virus and it’s not a problem with your hardware. The fact of the matter is that your Windows registry is corrupted, seriously compromising your computer’s speed and stability. " Notice the random bold text and the overall amount of nonsense. There is, of course, no contact information, so I wouldn’t be overexcited about that "Money back guarantee".
RegClean is a scam and should be treated as such: do NOT download or buy it and block regclean.com using your HOSTS file. Note, that rogue anti-spyware removal is typically a difficult task.
RegClean is Extremely dangerous
RegClean is a corrupt Anti-Spyware program RegClean may spread via Trojans RegClean may display fake security messages RegClean may install additional spyware to your computer RegClean may repair its files, spread or update by itself RegClean violates your privacy and compromises your security
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Note: Spyhunter trial provides detection of parasite like RegClean and assists in its removal for free. You can remove detected files, processes and registry entries yourself or purchase a full version.
Manual RegClean removal
Important Note: Although it is possible to manually remove RegClean, such activity can permanently damage your system if any mistakes are made in the process, as advanced spyware parasites are able to automatically repair themselves if not completely removed. Thus, manual spyware removal is recommended for experienced users only, such as IT specialists or highly qualified system administrators. For other users, we recommend using Spyhunter or other malware and spyware removal applications found on 2-viruses.com.
Stop these RegClean processes:
Disable these RegClean DLL files::
Remove these RegClean Registry Entries:
Remove these RegClean files:
It is impossible to list all file names and locations of modern parasites. You can identify remaining parasites, other RegClean infected files and get help in RegClean removal by using free Spyhunter scanner. It comes with free real-time protection module that helps preventing RegClean and similar threats.
RegClean is classified as Rogue Anti-Spyware. After infecting a user’s system, it proceeds to scare its victim into buying the “product” by displaying fake security messages, stating that your computer is infected with spyware and only RegClean can help you to remove it after you download the trial version. As soon as the victim downloads RegClean trial version, it pretends to scan your computer and shows a grossly exaggerated amount of non-existent errors. Then, RegClean offers to buy the full version to fix these false errors. If the user agrees, RegClean does not only fix the errors, but it also takes the user’s money and may even install additional spyware into the victim’s computer.
Some Rogue Anti-Spyware, such as RegClean, may offer users to buy it after the victim clicks on a banner or a pop-up while surfing the internet. Usually, a Trojan is installed to a victim’s computer after clicking on the advertisement. It then proceeds to download or even install RegClean, which is another way for Rogue Anti-Spyware to spread itself.
Most of rogue Anti-Spyware, such as RegClean, is nearly impossible to remove manually.
I had a pop up every once in a while which advertised Reg Clean Pro and did a free scan but when I tried the free scan, it would not fix many problems if any and told me that I would have to buy the service if I wanted it. I tried to find it on control panel of software programs to remove but could not find it. When I called the number on the ad, I talked to someone who got into my computer and showed me hundreds of errors which he said could only be fixed by a certified Microsoft engineer. I said I usually call Microsoft and they charge me $49 per problem. He said they could not help me only he could help me and he charged me $350 for a two year program to do first a 3 way clean and a 5 way repair. He said I could use their service for 2 years once a month for a check up or call them any time toll free 877340 9240. I dealt with Ankur Khemani. Some one is cleaning my computer now from India. Have I been scammed? Ankur walked me through my pay pal account after I gave him my master card and he wanted me to run it through pay pal with him on my computer watching me. I could not remember my pay pal pass word so he just ran through my charge for the $350. First he said $199 for one year and when I agreed, he said for 2 years it would be $350. When I agreed he said later on if I wanted 3 years and I said no.
Well, it is a bit grey-zone. First, most of errors registry cleaners detect are grey-zone. They are not harmful, they do not cause large (or any) speed loss and so on. And, in case of real problems, Microsoft engineers can fix them for sure.
So, I would say they lied to you a bit. The most of registry scanners are trying to scare you into using them
Now it is impossible to tell what errors there were on your PC. There might have been real problems, there might have been exaggerated problems. For me it is not worth 199$/year. I would suggest sticking to using decent internet security suite, scanning with CCleaner (which is free) for registry errors, and, in case of something bad happening, using Microsoft or someone on Crossloop to fix particular problem for fee, or searching for solution on web. I would say it is a bit cheaper
i recently bought this program and used my debit card. after about 2 weeks we get report for a use of my card elsewhere. i found this article and wondered “is this connected to regclean.” if so i already uninstalled it is that all that needs to be done to make sure my personal security is safe. also i have norton and it does daily scans could these vireses pass norton
remove at once tired of the interuptions
remove at “once” tired of the interuptions!
please dont pay any money and call your credit card company for your money this is fake…..
remove
Regclean es la mayor estafa que he visto en muchos años. quien esté detras de este programa debería ir a la carcel por terrorista informatico.
Thank you very much, i only can laugh, everything is faked. Also some Questions and much.more texts about the programm. A bad fail – also the faked security logos..
This was installed on my mums laptop and i thought it was a bit suspicious at first so i googled it… when it came up with lots about scams i just uninstalled it.When i look at the website i laughed heaps because everything above was true ;D lol
Wish I found this earlier. I had to do a factory restart, I left my comp on over night with ONE ONE trojan when I woke up I had 300 cookies 3 keyloggers 7 trojans regpro and windows guard tool >.> ( I know this cuz I scanned with something like hitman pro )
notice that some software technologic instances are virus pumpers. Why REG CLEAN PRO which I experienced being a virus pumper is allowed to pop up on people’s PC. and it is difficult to stop that. Where’s people privacy and security? Lots of the software sellers play this game with ordinary people to rob them. Where’s the justice instances specially in USA.?
lolol i tested this program, on a new bought computer and it said it had 495 faults in windows registry, not obvious regclean =P nice try though
a glitched happened and it let me just uninstall it finallt because the uninstall thing wouldnt work everytime i clicked uninstall it forced me to keep regclean pro
Hmm .. After i read this i saw an ad at the bottom. Well, it was RegClean..
I have40 years expirience in the IT Indusatry.Your marketing methods are like highjacking. we are now organising for huge amount of data sent to your order portal,every day. you at regptro will find out what it means to br interrupted constanty.
Have lousy day
Is it impossible to uninstall regclean on my own? Im no expert
misaki: Some versions of registry cleaners have poor / defunctional uninstaller. Try uninstalling from control panel though, if not – scan with anti-malware programs or revouninstaller.
I do not how I got this RegClean Pop, but I cannot find any way to get rid of it. It does not show in the control panel. Neither I find it if I run a search. Can you advise me how to disinstall it? G
Giuseppe: Revouninstaller or scan with anti-malware programs.
I have a paid virus Norton, so I do not need another..this download won’t cost me anything., I hope.
I cant uninstall this XXX**** program. I haven’t paid any money – but it constantly shows up.When I try to uninstall under control panel uninstall , Im told that the file is not complete and I must get a complete file (money I suppose) – I hate this thing – its blocking my Hulu and other sites even with firewalls disabled. Can anyone help me to find a PERSON OR PHONE NUMBER TO CALL THESE PEOPLE to uninstall the fragmented version- Help please- Thanks
Nov
Hi Alice, have you had any luck uninstalling this monsterous programme, I to am fedup – some how I think it linked to microsoft!! I live in Brisbane Australia, so it seems to be a global problem? I apeal to any computer savey people out there for help! Please.
@GIUSEPPE PENNISI
Please talk in plain english for us who do not understand computer talk – talk us through step by step how to uninstall this programme, would be much appreciated, thanks.
I ran the $40 version and am embarrassed to say I did because now my places and stuff is all f…..d up. I need a registry recovery program……
hi, i am not a computer expert. i have not purchased anything, but everytime i open up my computer i get this same reg-pro message telling me i have 720 errors. i am not going to purchase anything. my computer is fine. in fact, the only annoying this is this 5 min scan (that i cannot close or stop) that happens every time i start up my computer. i cannot find any reg-pro software on my computer. how can i stop wasting 5 mins every time i turn my computer on for this bogus reg-pro scan telling my to buy their product to fix these 720 odd errors ?
Andrew : Scan with couple anti-malware programs or Run Revouninstaller.
i have been told about my laptop needs seeing to i am going to see to it tomorrow besides i cant do it till tomorrow reason why????? i have no money till tomorrow which is my pension so let me have peace for the rest of my day ok.i dont use debit cards so dont ask me for money.Dont get back at me please. THANKYOU….
Jeg får dette opp hver gang jeg slår på min datamaskin. Har betalt inn 239 kroner med mitt kredittkort, men fremdeles kommer det opp med 653 feil. Trodde det var seriøst, siden det var samarbeid med Microsoft. Vennligst fjern det.
My daughter installed this so called RegProCleaner on her Acer Notebook. This virus disguises itself as a normal operating program, so most virus and malware checkers do not pick this up. Steps I took to get rid of this program completely are as follows. Start – Run – type in “msconfig” (no quotes) GO TO START UP TAB AND uncheck the listing for “RegCleanPro” then ok and close. –
Then go to – Start – Run – type in regedit. From edit on top of toolbar click find and type in “regclean” and any entry you find right click and delete. F3 to find next. then search for “systweak” and right click and delete the whole folder with that name in it. F3 to find next. Close Regedit. – Then go to c:\ folder (main computer folder) and do a search for “regclean” and any entry found delete it. It should also find an entry in the windows “scheduled tasks” PROGRAM. Delete all of the entries for RegCleanPro. Restart in safe mode, reboot your computer in safe mode(hold down F8 on start up)with command prompt. type in “del c:\windows\system\ime\*.*” without the quotes. (there is 3 folders that contain the program that you are deleting) From the MyComputer icon right click and properties – Restore – check turn off restore (this is so your computer does not back up this program) and do not forget to empty your recycle bin. Restart your computer. Then from the instructions above uncheck turn off restore and restart again.
My daughter installed this so called RegProCleaner on her Acer Notebook. This virus disguises itself as a normal operating program, so most virus and malware checkers do not pick this up. Steps I took to get rid of this program completely are as follows. Start – Run – type in “msconfig” (no quotes) GO TO START UP TAB AND uncheck the listing for “RegCleanPro” then ok and close. –
Then go to – Start – Run – type in regedit. From edit on top of toolbar click find and type in “regclean” and any entry you find right click and delete. F3 to find next. then search for “systweak” and right click and delete the whole folder with that name in it. F3 to find next. Close Regedit. – Then go to c:\ folder (main computer folder) and do a search for “regclean” and any entry found delete it. It should also find an entry in the windows “scheduled tasks” PROGRAM. Delete all of the entries for RegCleanPro. Restart in safe mode, reboot your computer in safe mode(hold down F8 on start up)with command prompt. type in “del c:\windows\system\ime\*.*” without the quotes. (there is 3 folders that contain the program that you are deleting) From the MyComputer icon right click and properties – Restore – check turn off restore (this is so your computer does not back up this program) and do not forget to empty your recycle bin. Restart your computer. Then from the instructions above uncheck turn off restore and restart again.
If Reg Clean Pro does not clear this off my computer promptly they will be dealing with the RCMP Antifraud people as I have advised that I got this due to Explorer 8 Update that I required and found out Avon has their own for free and these people used the bait and switch approach saying free then want monies. I am not paying for something that I can get from Avon for free and if this is not corrected promptly you will be in a lot of trouble as I have had a lot of expense fixing my laptop and if this keeps up you will be paying all the bills I am incurring plus replacing laptop if this crashes because of you. I am not fooling around anymore with you people. Enough is enough. I cannot work on my computer anymore and this is costing me monies everytime you decide to play games with me while I am working. When they get their hands on you for doing this to me you will be put through the fullest extent of the law and may face jail time in addition to fixing or replacing my laptop. Get this fixed and off my laptop or else I’m coming after you legally.
Darlene Stone
P.S. You are playing with fire here if you think that I am going to put up with this. You are costing me daily and bill getting higher every day. See you in court and if you like dealing with the crown you will find out how they deal with things of this nature!
Darlene J. Stone : we are not related to regclean and do not recommend it.