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How to remove Win Boost Pro 2018

A step-by-step removal guide for affected devices. Follow the verified procedure below — most readers complete it in under 10 minutes.

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Win Boost Pro 2018 – a bogus tool advertised as a useful system optimizer for Windows OS

 

Win Boost Pro 2018 is a program that looks like a useful tool but performs a fake system scan instead. This application supposedly scans your device and detects various threats, including malware and system vulnerabilities. However, in reality, this tool displays only fake results and does nothing useful for the device.

This is a potentially unwanted application[1] that seeks money from Windows OS users. After it finishes its “scan,” the fake optimization tool delivers a list of errors and claims that the only way to get rid of them is the full version which costs 23.95 euros.

Beware that if you decide to purchase this full version of the tool, you will spend your money on nothing! Win Boost Pro 2018 will clear the list of reported issues and will stop showing you its fake reports. Keep in mind that both these versions are useless, and you should get rid of them immediately. 

Name Win Boost Pro 2018
Type System tools
Category Potentially unwanted application
Full version cost 23.95 euros
Promoted as System optimization tool
Symptoms Displays fake results about cyber threats and computer-related errors
Affected OS Windows operating system
Distribution Deceptive advertisements, software bundling
Elimination Remove the rogue tool by scanning your PC with a proper security tool
System health If you want a time-tested system optimizer, download and use the FortectIntego software

Win Boost Pro 2018 infiltrates the computer system without consent, mostly via software bundling technique. This silent infiltration of a potentially unwanted application is followed by specific modifications on the system that could help this program launch once the computer is rebooted.

You can also download this fake optimization tool from its official website where it is promoted as a highly effective tool capable of performing the following activities on the system:

  • Find and fix computer errors;
  • Detect corrupted files or other malicious components;
  • Detect and remove malware;
  • Improve the overall performance of your device;

You should never fall for these claims because this program is nothing but a scam. Once on your computer, it starts working as a typical PUP which performs the alleged system scans and then displays a list of threats, errors, and other possibly harmful programs to create a need for its license.

Unfortunately, this free version is useless just like its official version. You don't need to buy the activation key because it is worth nothing. If you have this program on your machine, keep in mind that you need to remove Win Boost Pro 2018 from your computer without a delay.

Otherwise, it can modify your system's settings or can even try to trick you into downloading other tools that are questionable by interrupting you with some misleading ads. Besides, Microsoft has officially reported[2] about the possible danger of using these tools.

To perform a full Win Boost Pro 2018 removal on your computer, use the help of MalwarebytesMalwarebytes, or SpyHunterCombo Cleaner anti-malware tools. This is because unwanted programs can install other files on your system and you may not be able to find them manually. You can get rid of all the intrusive ads and other behavior, but you need to delete all of the associated programs.

Afterward, you should perform a full system scan with a proper, time-tested FortectIntego system diagnostics tool that actually works and does wonders for your device. With its patented technology, it fixes Registry irregularities, repairs broken DLLs, deletes tracking cookies, and does so much more.

 

Software bundling is used to spread PUPs

The software bundling technique is a widely used method to spread various cyber infections and silent intruders. Researchers[3] across the world advise people to pay more attention to what sources they use for their software. This is because software providers and PUP developers are packing their products together and creating these bundles. If you are not careful enough you might get additional unwanted program alongside software or applications you want to install.

This is because many users tend to skip through steps by choosing Default or Quick options during freeware installations. If you opt for Advanced or Custom settings during this process, you may avoid additional programs. This step allows you to de-select unwanted programs from the full list. This is an easy stem you should take every time you install something on your device. 

Remove Win Boost Pro 2018 virus with professional security tools

To get rid of all the unwanted content hiding in your system, you need to remove Win Boost Pro 2018. The best solution for eliminating any potentially unwanted program is anti-malware tools that can not only fix the hijacked system but can also protect it in the future. If you don't have such a tool yet, use the options that we provided below this article. These programs have been approved as effective and powerful enough to deal with any cyber threat.

Bogus system tool removal can also be performed by uninstalling this program via Control Panel. However, if you opt for this method, make sure that you get rid of all programs that seem suspicious and that you can't remember downloading to the system. Otherwise, related programs can reinstall the PUP right after reboot your PC. 

Uninstall from Windows

Uninstall from Windows 10/8:

  1. Type Control Panel into the Windows search box and open the result.
  2. Under Programs, select Uninstall a program.Uninstall from Windows 10/8

Uninstall from Windows 7/XP:

  1. Click on Windows Start > Control Panel (Windows XP users should click on Add/Remove Programs).
  2. In Control Panel, select Programs > Uninstall a program.Uninstall from Windows 7/XP

Remove the unwanted program:

  1. In the Programs and Features window, look for any recently installed suspicious entries, select them, and click Uninstall.
  2. If User Account Control appears, click Yes to confirm, then complete the removal.Uninstall the unwanted program from Windows

Remove from Microsoft Edge

Delete unwanted extensions from MS Edge:

  1. Select Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and pick Extensions.
  2. From the list, pick the extension and click on the Gear icon.
  3. Click Remove.Remove extensions from Edge

Clear cookies and other browser data:

  1. Click on the Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and select Settings > Privacy, search, and services..
  2. Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
  3. Select Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files. (apart from passwords, although you might want to include Media licenses as well, if applicable) and click on Clear.Clear Edge browsing data

Restore new tab and homepage settings:

  1. Click the menu icon and choose Settings.
  2. Then find On startup section.
  3. Click Remove next to any suspicious startup page.

Reset MS Edge if the above steps did not work:

  1. Press on Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
  2. Click on More details arrow at the bottom of the window.
  3. Select Details tab.
  4. Now scroll down and locate every entry with Microsoft Edge name in it. Right-click on each of them and select End Task to stop MS Edge from running.Reset MS Edge

Instructions for Chromium-based Edge

Delete extensions from MS Edge (Chromium):

  1. Open Edge and click select Settings > Extensions.
  2. Delete unwanted extensions by clicking Remove.Remove extensions from Chromium Edge

Clear cache and site data:

  1. Click on Menu and go to Settings.
  2. Select Privacy, search and services.
  3. Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
  4. Under Time range, pick All time.
  5. Select Clear now.Clear browser data from Chroum Edge

Reset Chromium-based MS Edge:

  1. Click on Menu and select Settings.
  2. On the left side, pick Reset settings.
  3. Select Restore settings to their default values.
  4. Confirm with Reset.
  5. This will disable extensions and reset startup pages but will not delete bookmarks, saved passwords, or browsing history.Reset Chromium Edge

Remove from Mozilla Firefox (FF)

Remove dangerous extensions:

  1. Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click on the Menu (three horizontal lines at the top-right of the window).
  2. Select Add-ons.
  3. In here, select the unwanted extension and click Remove.Remove extensions from Firefox

Reset the homepage:

  1. Click three horizontal lines at the top right corner to open the menu.
  2. Choose Settings.
  3. Under Home, set your preferred homepage and new tab settings.

Clear cookies and site data:

  1. Click Menu and pick Settings.
  2. Go to Privacy & Security section.
  3. Scroll down to locate Cookies and Site Data.
  4. Click on Clear Data...
  5. Select Cookies and Site Data and Temporary cached files and pages, then click Clear.Clear cookies and site data from Firefox

Reset Mozilla Firefox

If clearing the browser as explained above did not help, reset Mozilla Firefox:

  1. Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click the Menu.
  2. Go to Help and then choose Troubleshooting Information.Reset Firefox 1
  3. Under Give Firefox a tune up section, click on Refresh Firefox...
  4. Once the pop-up shows up, confirm the action by pressing on Refresh Firefox.Reset Firefox 2

Remove from Google Chrome

Delete malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

  1. Open Google Chrome, click on the Menu (three vertical dots at the top-right corner) and select More tools > Extensions.
  2. In the newly opened window, you will see all the installed extensions. Uninstall all suspicious extensions related to the unwanted program by clicking Remove.Remove extensions from Chrome

Clear cache and web data from Chrome:

  1. Click on Menu and pick Settings.
  2. Under Privacy and security, select Clear browsing data.
  3. Select Browsing history, Cookies and other site data, as well as Cached images and files.
  4. Click Clear data.Clear cache and web data from Chrome

Change your homepage:

  1. Click menu and choose Settings.
  2. Look for a suspicious site in the On startup section.
  3. Click on Open a specific or set of pages and click on three dots to find the Remove option.

Reset Google Chrome:

If the previous methods did not help you, reset Google Chrome to eliminate all the unwanted components:

  1. Click on Menu and select Settings.
  2. In the Settings, scroll down and click Advanced.
  3. Scroll down and locate Reset and clean up section.
  4. Now click Restore settings to their original defaults.
  5. Confirm with Reset settings.Reset Chrome 2

Delete from Safari

Remove dangerous extensions:

  1. Open Safari, click Safari in the menu at the top-left of the screen, and select Preferences.
  2. Go to the Extensions tab, look for any suspicious entries, and click Uninstall to remove them.Remove extensions from Safari

Clear history and website data:

  1. Click Safari in the menu and pick Clear History.
  2. Set Clear to all history and confirm with Clear History.Clear history from Safari

Reset Safari:

  1. Click Safari in the menu and select Preferences > Advanced.
  2. Enable Show Develop menu in menu bar.
  3. From the menu bar, click Develop and select Empty Caches.Reset Safari

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