PasswordBoss is a browser extension that can set peoples’ living to good or to bad. Sometimes computer owners are fond of the applications that appear by themselves and are really helpful. A great deal of browser extensions can be helpful if a computer owner needs internet shops. Nevertheless if you do not need to buy anything online, then you do not need such extensions, but it is hard to eliminate them from browsers. It is is troublesome case when you found the the browser add-on that you did not download and moreover you do not need it at all. This page will teach you how to remove PasswordBoss from your computer just read till the end and choose the needed technique.
Automatically Manually From browsers
Main advantages of SpyHunter:
- Eliminates all elements created by PasswordBoss.
- Can solve browser problems and protect browser settings.
- Has System and Network Guards, so you can forget about malware.
What is PasswordBoss?
PasswordBoss is not a malicious program for it is not able to influence other computers, but it can be downloaded together with different freeware. This fact sensitises that PasswordBoss is a virus.
But, in fact, it is just an unnerving add-on that worries you with the help of advertising announcement in the form of pop-up items. Almost everyone has undesirable browser add-ons like PasswordBoss and is eager to remove it.
1. Install PasswordBoss Removal Tool:
Step 1. Click Start button
Step 2. Choose Control Panel
Step 3. Find and highlight the malicious program and select Uninstall
Files:
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Folders:
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Keys:
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Uninstall PasswordBoss from Firefox:
- Help=>Troubleshooting Information
- Reset Firefox
- Finish
Delete PasswordBoss from IE:
- Run inetcpl.cpl
- Advanced=>Reset
- Delete Personal Settings=>Reset=>Close
Remove PasswordBoss from Google Chrome:
- C:\Users\”your username”\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\Application\User Data
- Rename Default folder to Default2
- Open Google Chrome
- Do not open Opera
- Remove Profile and Cache folders in:
- C:\Users\User_Name\AppData\Roaming\Opera Software\Opera Stable
- C:\Users\User_Name\AppData\Local\Opera Software\Opera Stable
- Open Opera
- Open your browser
- Settings->Reset Safari
- Reset
It does not matter what kind of extension you are eager to download, it will be the weak point for the whole system. PasswordBoss is not an exclusion. All software editors produce security patches and worry about the safety of their users. But when you download any browser add-on, then vendors cannot be sure that your system will not be infected. Online scammers can open the browser extension as it were a gate to the PC. Of course there is a sure effort to escape from this situation: download add-ons from reputed and dependable software vendors only. But is not guaranteed defense from online delinquents and software infections. It is far better not to install browser extensions at all.
But if you still need to download one or another browser extension then you should be prepared that this extension will receive compliance to record your personal advertisement that you leave on different social networks and can give it to the third companies. You should understand that to download a browser add-on is like downloading an utility. Will you download a program if you do not know its vendor? I advise you not to. So, you also should be careful downloading the browser add-on that you are going to install.
PasswordBoss is a promotional add-on that installs some other dangerous objects. Is there any assurance that the deals are 100% real? Surely, no. So, you should not trust the ads and its coupons. Also you should not click the links of the demonstrated ads because they can be malicious and so, as consequence, you will get a real virus in your system.
Damage Level |
Medium
PUP |
Data Theft | 0,02% |
System Failure | 0,0004% |
Manual Removal | 22 |
Removal From Browsers | 35,5% |
Removal with Free Antivirus | 42% |
Removal with SpyHunter | 97,2% |
Infected computers (USA) | 0,004% |
Infected computers (Europe) | 0,00002% |
Browser Infection Probability | 54,3% |
PasswordBoss like other adware software has a few common symptoms that will help you to define if your computer is infected with it or not. Here is the list of them:
- Many ads shown by PasswordBoss
- Very sluggish PC
- Antimalware finds some dangers
- Changes in your browser (toolbars, homepage, search engine)
- Search results are redirected
- Presence of PasswordBoss files, DIRS and registry keys
Manual and Automatic Removal Methods?
Manual removal method that you can perform to uninstall PasswordBoss from browsers are secure and not so complicated as you may think. Probably, only automatic instructions are easier. These instructions are very effective since the browser vendors bother about your right to add or remove any browser add-ons. The method will let you to delete all the undesired browser extensions and you will not be displayed its pop-ups any more. But sometimes, using this method users notice that the program exists again in the browser and they need to perform any other techniques to uninstall it.
Of course there is one more manual removal instruction following which you should remove folders and registry entries. The described technique is secure in case if you will perform it gingerly or commit it to the experienced person who knows what and why should be done. In order to make this instruction more secure you should create the backup of the registry. Do not forget that only the listed elements of the software should be enumerated and no one more otherwise the system will not load. If you do not know what registry key is and where it should be found, then you are welcome to follow automatic way of removal not to damage your computer.
Still the most effective and the safest method is automatic. Installing any antivirus tool that has PasswordBoss in its signature base, you will delete this undesired software promptly and it will not bother you again since the antivirus will defend your system in future.
Concerning the money that users may spend on the removal of the virus I should say that some removal techniques are absolutely free of charge, for example manual removal from browsers, manual professional removal (in the case if you will do it by yourselves), free antivirus program and the removal from Control Panel. But not all of them are equally effective. The information about the effectiveness of these removal ways I describe in the table that is called ‘Removal methods statistics’, you can see it below. Speaking about the paid ways of virus removal, I should mention the Computer Repair Shop Service and paid Antivirus software.
These methods are the most forceful. In spite of the great difference in the price (Repair Shop service depends on the complexity of the issue and may cost up to $300, but paid antivirus costs up to $60) these methods are almost equal in the effectiveness and in the results. I should also notice that paid antiviruses always has support service (sometimes for free) that will remove the virus like in an expensive computer repair shop.
Removal methods statistics
Removal method | Price | Effectiveness | Safety | Needed Time |
Computer Repair Shop | $140-$250 | +++ | +++ | up to 4 days |
Paid Antivirus | $40-80 | +++ | +++ | up to 1 hour |
Free Antivirus |
$0 | +/- | +/- | up to 3 hours |
From Control Panel | $0 | +/- | ++ | up to 1 hour |
Manual Removal (Professional) | $0 | + | – | up to 4 Hours |
Removal from browsers | $0 | +/- | +/- | up to 1 hour |
There is a lot of helpful programs and other antispyware software that can be downloaded to remove PasswordBoss and you can install any of them, but I suggest you SpyHunter. This program is the best PasswordBoss Removal Tool to my mind. Uninstalling the add-on you also will have a good chance to defend the PC.
Enigma Software released SpyHunter to be a helpful antispyware and antimalware utility that can defend the computer against all possible computer infections, including rootkits and trojans. Because of the regularly renovated signature base SpyHunter will eliminate all the new malware that are released by malware authors every day.
SpyHunter differs from its previous versions with its outstanding and easy-to-use interface, its fast speed, effective defense and with the ability not to conflict with other antispyware tools installed on the computer. So now, you can havemore than one antispyware utilities simultaneously if you want.
SpyHunter gives real-time protection, has Integrated SpyHunter Compact OS that let to uninstall the most stubborn malware examples and the reliable live technical support. SpyHunter is compatible with Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP/2003/Vista/Seven/8, it needs 256 MB of RAM, 75 MB of available hard disk space.
How to use SpyHunter
You can click the link on this page to download SpyHunter. Open that installer and execute the necessary steps. Choose the language that will be intelligible for you. Fortunately SpyHunter provides a great deal of them, being understandable and handy. But not only this makes SpyHunter very famous all outdoors, but also its great capability to defense users’ PC.
When installed this program needs update, commonly this action begins by itself, but if not, so you can do it. When the update release is installed, you should begin a Scan. You are welcome to delete the tick in the Quick Scan check box, if you want to scan your computer utterly. But ordinarily Quick scan is enough to define all the viruses and this option spare your time and effort.
Look through the list of the determined viruses when the scan will be completed. If you see safe software in the list, so you can delete the tick near it, otherwise SpyHunter will delete the software. It pertains to the uncommon and special utilities that users download for their work. But ordinarily, there is no need to delete any ticks. After that you need to left-click Fix Threats button. If you have already had the license key, then the computer threats will be deleted. If not, you will have a chance to pay for the license key.
I think this page was good for PasswordBoss Removal. But in order to protect your computer from next resembling browser extensions and from all other viruses, then you are welcome to download any antispyware and antivirus software. You can download a program that has a large base of signatures, regular update release and real-time protection. Merely such a tool has the opportunity to keep the PC safe and sound. It is useful to scan your PC for viruses at least weekly. Should have a broad virus database and everyday updates. The best antivirus tools has real-time protection. It is the protection that can detect malware in the system when it is just attempting to infect your system.]
If you do not know what antimalware to download, then I offer you to download SpyHunter. This program will perfectly delete all probable computer threats and will provide you with a real-time barrier to protect your computer from the incoming viral programs. It is very easy to scan your computer with SpyHunter and it is so useful that is able to detect and remove keyloggers, rootkits, Trojans and other hidden viruses. If you have any helpful software for you work, but SpyHunter reveals it as a virus and you are 100% confident that the program cannot b a computer infection, so you can add it to Exclusions list and SpyHunter will not determine it as a virus. If you want to scan only a single folder, then can choose Custom Malware Fixes feature. You can also use Process Guard or Registry Guard of the antimalware software for your convenience.
I also want to provide you with some useful actions that will protect your system from PasswordBoss and other malicious objects in the future:
- Do not download any freeware from unknown creators. If you do not want to pay for browser add-ons, then you should be very careful during the installation of this software. You should not overlook the checkbox (usually small letters somewhere in the corner) that is responsible for the download of any other applications. You should uncheck this checkbox.
- Do not visit any malicious websites (porn, for adults, websites of unknown free software), they usually contain some worms or other kinds of computer threats.
- Do not use torrents or other sharing web services, because you can download adware instead of the wanted file.
- Do not double-click file send per email from unknown users. It can be one of the computer dangers.
- Install any antivirus program and scan your system at least once a week.
About Author: Material provided by: Alesya Orlova