Utilities to Completely Remove Antivirus Software

This article provides links to 3rd party company websites and their own uninstaller tools. It will also link to some of the Uninstaller software that is in common usage.

Table of Contents:

1. Uninstall/Removal tools for common antivirus/security software
2. What you need to know
3. Reference Tables with useful links

Uninstall/Removal tools for common antivirus/security software

This article lists the most commonly available uninstall tools for you to match your particular needs.

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What you need to know

It is considered a best practice to use the application publishers own recommended uninstaller & utility when attempting to totally uninstall a security application, such as an Anti-Virus program. Using the Windows removal tool (Add/Remove Programs) to completely uninstall these programs is often insufficient. If you still have problems after using the companies own tool, then there are certain commonly used programs that you may find useful. All of these programs are outside of Dell's control and are used at your own risk. If you are in any doubt, the best thing you can do is contact the 3rd party company directly for further help.

Security Software includes Anti-Virus programs, SpyWare Scanners, Registry Cleaners and Ad Removal Tools.

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Reference Tables with useful links

Click the link associated with the security software currently installed on your system and follow the prompts or instructions on the website. Once un-installation is complete, you will need to restart your computer.

Note: Please click on the title of the section you want to open below, in order to see the contents.

Utility Links by Publisher:

If you are looking for information about the Security software being shipped with Dell PC's, please check out the article below:

• Useful Information about the Third Party Antivirus programs that ship with a Dell PC

If you are looking for information about the various other tools used in case of infection, then please check out the article below:

• Working with Malware or Virus Infected Systems

If you are looking for information about issues already seen on your PC, then check out these links for further help:

• Dell Security Portal
• What are the different types of Viruses, Spyware and Malware that can infect my computer?
• How to deal with virus related issues on my computer?
• A general guide to removing Malware infections from a Dell PC

Note: Please bear in mind - The best person to help you with a specific company's software is a representative of that company. There is a support site link for each company in the table above. Please use the appropriate companies support as they are the best experts on their own applications and can action any account or administrative issues you may be experiencing.

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