How to remove PromoRewards (Virus Removal Instructions)
If you notice advertisements that say “Ads By PromoRewards” or another similar phrase on them then your computer is infected with adware. PromoRewards serves advertisements across Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Apple Safari, and other web browsers from various advertising platforms. The adware is not essentially considered malicious, but it may cause several issues and bundle with other unwanted programs and malware.
Threat Details
| Name | PromoRewards, PromoRewards virus |
| Detection Type | Adware |
| Short Description | The adware is promoted as an online shopping assistant. |
| Symptoms | The user may experience unwanted advertisements in the web browser. |
| Distribution Method | The adware bundles with freeware and dubious files. |
| Detection tool | Download Malware Removal Tool |
What is PromoRewards?
Like other blatant ad-serving programs, PromoRewards is promoted as a free web shopping assistant that can help you find coupons and deals for the products you search for and view online.
PromoRewards adware will display intrusive advertisements on your browser and Windows desktop. Various browsing details may also be obtained from the adware to formulate ‘targeted’ advertisements it feels you are most likely to click on. Details include your browser history, bookmarks, apps, and more. It can also modify your homepage, default search engine, new tab setting, themes, apps, bookmarks, and more.
PromoRewards Removal Instructions
PromoRewards can usually be uninstalled manually from your computer and internet browser. We have provided several steps below the article to show you how remove PromoRewards and other threats. However, if you have clicked on any random ads or have been redirected to suspicious websites, your system may have been exposed to malware and other threats. To make sure your PC is completely clean and your information is protected from cyber criminals, we recommend that you follow all the steps below.
Step 1: Uninstall PromoRewards from Windows
Follow the instructions to uninstall PromoRewards and other programs that it may bundle with from your Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 computer. If you do not find PromoRewards installed on your computer but still notice unwanted symptoms such as pop-up ads while you browse the web it is recommended to use Malwarebytes and HitmanPro to eradicate troublesome files.
1. Open Windows Start or Task menu and go to the Control Panel (or directly to Programs and Features).
2. In the “Programs” section click Uninstall a program (or Add and remove programs).
3. Search for PromoRewards, Chromium, and other programs in the list of installed programs and double click the program you want to remove to uninstall it. You can also select PromoRewards with your mouse and click the Uninstall button once it appears. Once you have uninstalled PromoRewards look for other unwanted programs in the list of installed programs and uninstall any if they are found. A general tip is to click “Installed On” to locate any programs that installed around the same time.
Step 2: Remove unwanted browser attachments
Follow the instructions to remove PromoRewards add-ons and extensions, as well as other attachments that it may bundle with from Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Internet Explorer & Edge, and Apple Safari. If you do not find a PromoRewards attachments installed on your internet browser but still notice unwanted symptoms such as pop-up ads while you browse the web it is recommended to use Malwarebytes and HitmanPro to eradicate troublesome files. To remove PromoRewards from Microsoft internet browsers you must uninstall the program.
Google Chrome
1. Click the Customize and control Google Chrome icon and go to More tools > Extensions.
2. Search for the PromoRewards extension in the list and click the trashcan icon.
Mozilla Firefox
1. Open the Menu and click Add-ons.
2. Search for the PromoRewards add-on and click Remove.
Apple Safari
1. Go to Safari > Preferences > Extensions.
2. Search for the PromoRewards extension in the list and click the Uninstall button.
Step 3: Remove PromoRewards with Malwarebytes
Follow the instructions to remove PromoRewards with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware software.
1. Download and install Malwarebytes Anti-Malware software.
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2. Launch Malwarebytes Anti-Malware software once it has finished installing.
3. Make sure that Malwarebytes has been updated. To ensure it is updated click Update Now on the Dashboard.
4. Click the large Scan Now button on the dashboard to perform a scan with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware software.
5. When the scan is complete click the Remove Selected button and then click the Finish button or restart your computer if Malwarebytes suggests that you do so.
Step 4: Remove PromoRewards with HitmanPro
Follow the instructions to remove PromoRewards with HitmanPro second-opinion software.
1. Download and install HitmanPro second opinion scanner and removal tool.
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3. Once Hitman Pro is installed, open the program and click Next to start scanning your computer. *If you are using the free version you may chose to create a copy or perform a one-time scan.
4. When the scan is complete, click the Next button again to delete any threats or traces on your system.
5. If you are initially using the free version, to activate it, enter your email address twice and click the Activate button.
6. Restart your computer by selecting Reboot.
Step 5: Clean and repair your computer with CCleaner
Follow the instructions to clean your computer and repair your computer’s settings.
1. Download and install CCleaner by Piriform.
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2. Once installed, open the program and go to the main Cleaner screen and click the Analyze button. Afterwards, click the Run Cleaner button on the bottom right of the program interface.
3. Next, navigate to Tools > Startup and search through each tab starting from windows, internet explorer, etc., all the way to Content Menu, for additional suspicious entries. If you find any thing suspicious click it and click the Delete button to remove it.
4. Finally, go to the Registry window and click the Scan for Issues button. When the scan is complete click the Fix selected issues… button and click Fix All Selected Issues.
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