How to remove Driver Tonic (Virus Removal Guide)
What is Driver Tonic?
Driver Tonic is recognized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and malware by reputable Antivirus engines. Driver Tonic is self-described as a system utility program for Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 that can help you find and install the latest drivers, something that Windows already does automatically and for free.
There are currently two versions of Driver Tonic. A free, basic version, and a PRO version. The free version will perform a scan and fix 25% of outdated drivers and unwanted items, provide web protection, and manage system startup items. The full version provides 100% of updates and claims to make your computer run smooth with unexplained enhanced performance. Of course, one must pay to use the full version.
A problem with Driver Tonic is that the scans are misleading. The will detect items that do not affect your system performance and the procedure to check for outdated drivers is questionable; It doesn’t appear to work and this may be a deceptive marketing tactic to make it appear as if you need to update drivers although they are already up-to-date.
Due to various concerns, Driver Tonic is detected as a potentially malicious or malicious program. When the program is installed, users may experience:
- Pop-up advertisements
- Pop-up notification messages from Windows taskbar
- Browser redirects
- Promotional search content
- Declining system performance and functionality
Additionally, Driver Tonic is known to bundle with other potentially unwanted programs and malware which is a major security issue. This means that if you found Driver Tonic installed on your computer or viewed a Driver Tonic advertisement somewhere it is likely that other threats have been introduced to your computer without your knowledge. If this is the case, you may experience different symptoms unrelated to the Driver Tonic program.
Also, Microsoft does not support the use of registry cleaners like Driver Tonic because “serious issues can occur when you modify the registry incorrectly using these types of utilities.”
It is strongly recommended to avoid installing potentially unwanted programs and to remove them from your computer immediately. This page contains instructions to remove Driver Tonic from Windows and scan your computer for malware using reputable Antivirus software such as Malwarebytes and HitmanPro.
How to Remove Driver Tonic
This removal tutorial was designed to provide comprehensive removal steps to uninstall Driver Tonic and remove all traces of malware from your computer. It is designed to be easy to follow, yet detailed to help you eradicate every single spec of malware on your computer.
Step 1: Use Malwarebytes to Scan for Malware and PUPs
Step 2: Use HitmanPro to Remove Remaining Trace Files
Step 3: Use CCleaner to Clean Your System, Maintain Browser Settings, and Update Programs
Step 1: Use Malwarebytes to Scan for Malware and PUPs
Malwarebytes will remove Driver Tonic, known malware, and PUPs from your computer.
Why should you buy the premium version?
Malwarebytes Premium has real-time protection that automatically protects your computer and other devices from viruses, spyware, and malware. With Malwarebytes Premium you can stay ahead and safely browse the web with confidence.
2. Double click the executable file or icon, such as mb3-setup-1878.1878-3.7.1.2839.exe to begin installing the program.
3. When you have installed Malwarebytes, click the Scan Now button to begin scanning your computer.
4. When the scan is complete, click the Quarantine Selected button to remove all threats detected by Malwarebytes.
Step 2: Use HitmanPro to Remove Remaining Trace Files
HitmanPro will remove remaining trace files, malware, tracking files, and repair settings.
1. Download HitmanPro. Fill out the information on their website and download the executable file.
Why should you buy the full version?
HitmanPro is a little different than your usual security program. It goes beyond simply removing viruses, it completely eradicates all traces and remnants of the infection. HitmanPro is also designed to run alongside your Antivirus program which makes it a match up great with Malwarebytes Premium.
2. Double click the executable file or icon, such as HitmanPro.exe to begin installing the program.
3. When you have installed HitmanPro, click the Next button to begin scanning your computer.
4. When the scan is complete, click the Next button to remove all threats detected by HitmanPro.
Step 3: Use CCleaner to Clean Your System, Maintain Browser Settings, and Update Programs
Use CCleaner to get rid of junk files and temporary files that can remain on your system, maintain browser settings that may have been modified by malware, and update software (if needed) in order to keep your computer up to date with the latest security patches.
Why should you buy the professional version?
CCleaner Professional has the power of real-time automation, so your computer always stays clean, safe, and fast. CCleaner Pro bundles privacy protection, system cleaning, and more with outstanding customer service.
2. Double click the executable file or icon, such as ccsetup556.exe to begin installing the program.
3. When you have installed CCleaner, click the Analyze button to begin analyzing your system.
4. Once analyzation is complete, click the Run Cleaner button to clean your system.
5. Now, let’s run through the Tools section; Go to Tools.
6. Uninstall: Is there a program you missed uninstalling before? CCleaner can often show you programs that are hidden from the Control panel.
7. Software Updater: Are there any programs to update? Make sure to keep the programs on your computer up-to-date to avoid issues with security vulnerabilities.
8. Startup: Go through the Windows, Scheduled Tasks, and Context Menu tabs. Are there any suspicious startup keys enabled? If so, highlight them with your mouse and click the Delete button to remove them.
9. Browser Plugins: Go through the tabs for each browser installed on your computer. Are there any suspicious plugins installed? If so, highlight them with your mouse and click the Delete button to remove them.
10. Finally, let’s clean up the registry. Get out of the Tools area and go to Registry.
11. Click the Scan for Issues button and follow the instructions.
12. Once the registry scan is complete click the Fix selected Issues… button and follow the instructions to fill all the selected issues found in your computer’s registry.
Step 4: Uninstall Driver Tonic From Windows
Uninstall Driver Tonic from Google Chrome.
1. Right-click the Start menu.
2. Click to Apps and Features.
3. Find Driver Tonic and click the Uninstall button.
