Short on time?
Luckily, removing Adaware Web Companion and other malware is easy if you follow the right steps.
There are lots of options out there, but I think Norton works best.
Once the option appears, select it.
This should open a list of every program installed on your PC.
punch the 3 dots to the right of the Web Companion entry, then select Uninstall.
This will launch the uninstaller app for Web Companion.
grab the button that says Continue Uninstalling, and the program will be removed.
Adaware will claim its sad to see you go, but youll be happy to be rid of it.
You will still need to be aware of other threats.
From here, press Apps to kick off the Apps and features screen.
This will show a list of all apps installed on your box.
When you find Web Companion, click Uninstall.
Web Companion will open an uninstaller app.
smack the orange Remove button and follow the on-screen wizard.
Once its finished, you will have removed Adaware Web Companion from your system.
At this point, youll be safe from Web Companion, but may still be vulnerable to other threats.
Mac
To remove Adaware Web Companion on a Mac, you have to access Finder.
Alternatively, you’ve got the option to right-punch the icon and select Move to Trash.
Next, click and hold the trash icon until Empty Trash appears, and then click Empty Trash.
Web Companion has now been removed from your machine.
Step 1.
Identify the PUP With Your Antivirus (And Dont Make the Problem Worse!)
First, you should probably download a comprehensive antivirus suite (Nortonis my top choice).
Once your antivirus suite is installed, youll have three scan options:
You should choose the full scan.
see to it no USB storage devices are plugged into your computers USB ports before you execute the scan.
Now, youre ready to fire off the full scan.
When the full scan is finished, any infected files will be placed in quarantine.
Once you reach this stage, you might proceed to step 2.
Step 2.
If your quarantine vault is empty, you canproceed to step 3.
Advanced users can check each file to ensure there are no false positives.
However, beginners should just delete everything in the quarantine folder.
While youve removed every threat, there still may be malware booted into your computers memory.
To stop any possible malware from running, you better power cycle your PC.
Youll have successfully removed Adaware Web Companion, but you should be aware of other risks.
In the next step, Ill explain the best practices for keeping your setup safe from other threats.
Step 3.
Adaware Web Companion could be installed on your equipment without your knowledge, bundled with other software.
Adaware isnt safe or beneficial and you should promptlyuninstall it from your gadget.
Norton will check for any malware and safely remove it.
Is Adaware Web Companion a virus?
Adaware Web Companion is spyware that jeopardizes your data and floods your screen with irritating ads.
Although it masquerades as a security suite for the internet, it might degrade your PCs performance.
Its best to steer clear and choose a reputable antivirus instead.
If you unknowingly installed Adaware Web Companion, you shouldfollow our stepsto immediately remove it from your box.
How do you get rid of Adaware Web Companion?
you’re free to easily and safely uninstall Adaware Web Companion byfollowing our simple steps.
