Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in. How to remove? (Uninstall guide)
What is Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in?
Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in is a suspicious domain which is closely related to an adware-type program. The domain tends to pop-up randomly when people browse the net with Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer or Safari. That’s how Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in pop-up looks like:
URL: http://wpad.browserupdatecheck.in/wpad.dat
Infection: URL:MAL
Process C:\Windows\System32\svchost.exe
Security experts warn that it is employed by cyber criminals to spread a malicious filed under the name ‘wpad.dat’. Keep in mind that any interference with the above-given Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in alert may cause infiltration of this file and, of course, further computer problems. At the moment of writing, this file is capable of corrupting proxy settings, DNS settings on your web browser, install cookies, collect information about your browsing habits, employ servers powered by cyber criminals and reroute your internet traffic to doubtful websites. It has been found that Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in ads are generated from the 166.62.58.94 IP address, which is also related to cyber threats as Multi.Cerstor and Beaugrit.In some of the cases, the pop-ups powered by this domain may inform about missing updates (Java, Flash Player, Media Player, etc.); however, you should not fall for believing it blindly because it’s just another attempt to make you install ‘wpad.dat’ executive file.
As we have already mentioned, the relationship of Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in/wpad.dat pop-up virus and adware-type programs has been traced. Therefore, as soon as you start receiving doubtful messages brought by this domain, you are strongly advised to check your machine with Reimage or another reputable anti-spyware for an adware that is responsible for redirects to Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in domain. According to the latest records, that may be Finally Fast, Content Explorer, My Coupons XP, BloCKUTubeAd and their clones.
How can Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in hijack my computer?
It seems that Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in redirects are caused by an adware-type program which also belongs to the potentially unwanted program (PUP) category. Therefore, the pop-up may start showing up right after installing another freeware or shareware. However, security experts have found out that wpad.browserupdatecheck.in/wpad.dat virus is also commonly spread via spam email, fake software updates, exe files of free downloads and so on. Thus, if you want to protect your computer, it’s recommended to install a reputable anti-spyware. If you have already installed one, then make sure that you keep it up-to-date. Besides, don’t forget to act carefully with the free downloads because third-party download websites, for example, Cnet, Softonic, Download, Soft32, etc., are involved in distribution of thirds-party add-ons, plug-ins toolbars or extensions alongside their offered free software. Thus, it’s recommended to install free programs from official websites or if it’s not possible, then at least make sure that you investigate Advanced/Custom settings in great details. This way, you will get the ability to see all ‘optional downloads’ and will be able to unmark ticks denoting your agreement to install them.
How to remove wpad.browserupdatecheck.in virus?
Clicking on Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in pop-up ads may lead to serious consequences, such as corruption of various settings on your computer, data leakage or even virus infiltration. Therefore, as soon as you start receiving them, take needed actions and remove an adware that is responsible for its emergence. For that, you can use this guide:
You can remove virus damage automatically with a help of one of these programs: Reimage, Malwarebytes MalwarebytesCombo Cleaner, Plumbytes Anti-MalwareMalwarebytes Malwarebytes. We recommend these applications because they detect potentially unwanted programs and viruses with all their files and registry entries that are related to them.

To remove Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in, follow these steps:
Eliminate Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in from Windows systems
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Click Start → Control Panel → Programs and Features (if you are Windows XP user, click on Add/Remove Programs).
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If you are Windows 10 / Windows 8 user, then right-click in the lower left corner of the screen. Once Quick Access Menu shows up, select Control Panel and Uninstall a Program.
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Uninstall Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in and related programs
Here, look for Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in or any other recently installed suspicious programs. -
Uninstall them and click OK to save these changes.
Remove Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in from Mac OS X system
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If you are using OS X, click Go button at the top left of the screen and select Applications.
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Wait until you see Applications folder and look for Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in or any other suspicious programs on it. Now right click on every of such entries and select Move to Trash.
Delete Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in from Internet Explorer (IE)
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Remove dangerous add-ons
Open Internet Explorer, click on the Gear icon (IE menu) on the top right corner of the browser and choose Manage Add-ons. -
You will see a Manage Add-ons window. Here, look for Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in and other suspicious plugins. Disable these entries by clicking Disable:
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Change your homepage if it was altered by virus:
Click on the gear icon (menu) on the top right corner of the browser and select Internet Options. Stay in General tab. -
Here, remove malicious URL and enter preferable domain name. Click Apply to save changes.
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Reset Internet Explorer
Click on the gear icon (menu) again and select Internet options. Go to Advanced tab. - Here, select Reset.
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When in the new window, check Delete personal settings and select Reset again to complete Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in removal.
Erase Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in from Microsoft Edge
Reset Microsoft Edge settings (Method 1):
- Launch Microsoft Edge app and click More (three dots at the top right corner of the screen).
- Click Settings to open more options.
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Once Settings window shows up, click Choose what to clear button under Clear browsing data option.
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Here, select all what you want to remove and click Clear.
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Now you should right-click on the Start button (Windows logo). Here, select Task Manager.
- When in Processes tab, search for Microsoft Edge.
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Right-click on it and choose Go to details option. If can’t see Go to details option, click More details and repeat previous steps.
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When Details tab shows up, find every entry with Microsoft Edge name in it. Right click on each of them and select End Task to end these entries.
Resetting Microsoft Edge browser (Method 2):
If Method 1 failed to help you, you need to use an advanced Edge reset method.
- Note: you need to backup your data before using this method.
- Find this folder on your computer:
C:\Users\%username%\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_8wekyb3d8bbwe.
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Select every entry which is saved on it and right click with your mouse. Then Delete option.
- Click the Start button (Windows logo) and type in window power in Search my stuff line.
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Right-click the Windows PowerShell entry and choose Run as administrator.
- Once Administrator: Windows PowerShell window shows up, paste this command line after PS C:\WINDOWS\system32> and press Enter:
Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers -Name Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml -Verbose}
Once these steps are finished, Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in should be removed from your Microsoft Edge browser.
WindowsMac OS XInternet ExplorerMicrosoft EdgeFirefoxGoogle ChromeSafariUninstall Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in from Mozilla Firefox (FF)
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Remove dangerous extensions
Open Mozilla Firefox, click on the menu icon (top right corner) and select Add-ons → Extensions. -
Here, select Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in and other questionable plugins. Click Remove to delete these entries.
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Reset Mozilla Firefox
Click on the Firefox menu on the top left and click on the question mark. Here, choose Troubleshooting Information. -
Now you will see Reset Firefox to its default state message with Reset Firefox button. Click this button for several times and complete Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in removal.
Get rid of Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in from Google Chrome
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Delete malicious plugins
Open Google Chrome, click on the menu icon (top right corner) and select Tools → Extensions. -
Here, select Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in and other malicious plugins and select trash icon to delete these entries.
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Click on menu icon again and choose Settings → Manage Search engines under the Search section.
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When in Search Engines..., remove malicious search sites. You should leave only Google or your preferred domain name.
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Reset Google Chrome
Click on menu icon on the top right of your Google Chrome and select Settings. -
Scroll down to the end of the page and click on Reset browser settings.
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Click Reset to confirm this action and complete Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in removal.
Eliminate Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in from Safari
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Remove dangerous extensions
Open Safari web browser and click on Safari in menu at the top left of the screen. Once you do this, select Preferences. -
Here, select Extensions and look for Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in or other suspicious entries. Click on the Uninstall button to get rid each of them.
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Reset Safari
Open Safari browser and click on Safari in menu section at the top left of the screen. Here, select Reset Safari.... -
Now you will see a detailed dialog window filled with reset options. All of those options are usually checked, but you can specify which of them you want to reset. Click the Reset button to complete Wpad.browserupdatecheck.in removal process.