I cannot UNINSTALL Spy Hunter no matter what I try!

Anonymous
2012-02-14T06:19:09+00:00

Help!!!!

Hello, Unfortunately, I cannot uninstall SpyHunter (supposedly) anti-spyware trial version. I found it because was trying to get rid of another annoyance,the SEARCHQU. browser hijacker. When I googled, "remove Serchque," I found what I think I remember a Softpedia (?) website touting SpyHunter as a great tool for removing browser hijackers. For one, I didn't realize it was a trial version until I went to remove all of the stuff on my computer that is (according to SpyHunter) there.

Well, I deeply, deeply regret downloading that thing and in the future, I will try to be even more careful. However, I have tried EVERYTHING to remove it, including following Enigmas' own uninstall intructions-- nope, isn't working. I cannot uninstall it from the Windows Uninstall programs in the control panel. It just re-installs itself. I tried Revo uninstaller, but it doesn't even list SpyHunter in the list of programs--- which, by the way, it is still listed in the control panel Uninstall program list. I have attempted to uninstall about 10 times, I've re-booted--still there. As mentioned, I've followed Enigmas' instructions, no luck-- and why may I ask is some registry manager that I didn't download on the computer that is apparently necessary for removing SpyHunter? I searched for SpyHunter in it as per instructions, hit Enter(ditto) and nothing at all happened. No registry entries for SpyHunter came up. Revo claims that no such thing as SpyHunter has been installed on the computer. (couldn't find it installed, or some such thing.) --- But I'm telling you, it is still there sending me pop-ups about every last web page or download that might threaten it! (or so it seems.)

I am tired and pissed off that it takes so much vigilance and time (frick, I've just spent 3 hours trying to figure this out!) I have a family and a life! Damn, are Mac's this much work and hassled? Because if not, I'm saving my pennies. However, until the day when I can afford that, I would appreciate any and all advice. Sorry about the rant, I'm just really frustrated. Everyone else in my house is asleep but me.....

Thanks,

Gillian

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Performance and system failures

Locked Question. This question was migrated from the Microsoft Support Community. You can vote on whether it's helpful, but you can't add comments or replies or follow the question.

0 comments No comments
Answer accepted by question author
Anonymous
2015-02-04T09:28:49+00:00

@ Everyone

Please read **here** for updated information about SpyHunter and further instructions in case the recommended removal procedure fails.

Was this answer helpful?

100+ people found this answer helpful.
0 comments No comments
Answer accepted by question author
Anonymous
2012-02-14T10:53:25+00:00

Fix problems with programs that can't be installed or uninstalled

<<http://support.microsoft.com/mats/Program_Install_and_Uninstall>>

UTC/GMT is 10:49 on Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Was this answer helpful?

100+ people found this answer helpful.
0 comments No comments

167 additional answers

Sort by: Newest
  1. Anonymous
    2015-01-18T11:43:00+00:00

    Go to Control Panel, type in uninstall a program, the list will come up, locate spyhunter 4, click on it with right hand, click "yes", then another Spyhunter page will come up.  There is a very tiny line on this page that says "no thanks."  Click on that and follow the instructions and you will be rid of Spyhunter forever.  You will get instructions to reboot, follow all instructions and good luck.

    Was this answer helpful?

    0 comments No comments
  2. Anonymous
    2015-01-18T01:05:06+00:00

    Well, solution was pretty pretty easy for me (after trying most of options mentioned here). Just launch installation file again (the one I have is: SpyHunter-installer.exe ), follow first steps and in a certain point you will find the option "remove"!!

    Was this answer helpful?

    0 comments No comments
  3. Anonymous
    2015-01-12T15:42:12+00:00

    I'm having the same problem....been at it for hours.  GET THIS OFF MY COMPUTER!!  Have followed all the ways (unstall page, etc.)  This must be a scam.

    Was this answer helpful?

    0 comments No comments