Clean my PC for free
Follow this step by step guide on how to clean up spyware, adware, malware etc. from your computer.
You as the user needs to know what this stuff is. Spyware is a pest and will become a major security risk. We need to know what it is, what it will do, how to prevent it and how to get rid of it. Spyware is software the collects data from your computer and what you are doing on it. Third parties gather this information without your consent and, without your knowledge.
These background programs are installed secretly without the users knowing about it. They collect information and the third parties will bombard you with advertising that you probably do not want. They are malicious programs that can steal things such as email addresses, passwords, user names and credit card details.
This is tracking software that records what you are doing on the internet, they can force you to other websites to sell advertising that you do not want. Popup advertising is a clear indication that your system may be infected.
Various pages will open where you will be able to see what you should be completing. The applications that you will download are FREE! There may be some trial applications to install but you are under no obligation to buy, just use the free stuff at the end of the trial.
Is an area where spyware can record your login details. It can find what sensitive data you are entering such as financial details and business dealings. Spyware can alter your systems operating system, it can record your sessions using skype, Instagram etc. It can hack into and control your CCTV or web camera.
The act of removing your favourite browsers such as Chrome or Firefox to something like start my search, is the result of spyware being installed on your system. Spyware uses up valuable resources on your computer. Making it slower or even to the point of crashing your system. You are responsible for clicking that link where you may be open to privacy invasion. You are asking yourself how does this software get installed on my machine. Spyware installs itself secretly when you install stuff like freeware. Always read the small print before accepting and downloading, because this is where they declare that you are agreeing to install such malware trackers.
Watch out for the free gift voucher scams on the internet. These could be in the format of an email or pop up window. Facebook and other social media sites show links to sites that will contain spyware. Always check your downloads too as this is often the easiest way for hackers to get into your system. You can protect your machine from this malicious software by installing specific software aimed at ridding your system of this stuff. The above step by step guide will help you to protect your computer. Malwarebytes will run in the background quietly weeding out any problems you may encounter whilst surfing, it will run scheduled scans to keep you protected.
You now have four options. Follow this guide here, Print this page and follow the guide on paper. Follow a video guide ( I am currently updating the videos as the ones shown are from the pervious website layout) Or you could simply load clean my pc onto your mobile and follow from there, don't forget to rotate the phone for a bigger picture.
You are about to connect to the Malwarebytes servers and download their online spyware scanner. Downloading software from websites can pose a risk of malicious code entering your PC. Always check the address bar at the top of the screen and make sure there is a padlock shown indicating you are connecting to a trusted website!
It is always better to be weary and safe than risk any code damaging your computer. Malwarebytes is safe, if you would like to test the software before installing it, there is a website that will do exactly this for you.
Virustotal is the website that can check a URL or file for anything untoward in where you are about to visit, the Malwarebytes website.
Click the link below to check the website, when you are happy, please go to the next section an download.
Firstly you need to go to the Malwarebytes website which opens in a new window . To run the download you need to click the RUN NOW button. This will download the spyware, adware, malware clean up software .
Scroll down the page until you see the 14-day trial option which is free. This software costs around 30 GBP usually but, this free trial allows you to clear out your system, it protects you for 14 days but, after 14 days will expire giving you the option to either buy or use the free version which has less protection but, enough to keep you relatively safe. Click the 14-day trial text.
Different browsers act in different ways when downloading and installing. Follow your browser path and skip the other Browser sections
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