Introduction
Malwarebytes is a popular anti-malware software that helps protect your computer from harmful viruses and malware. However, there may be times when you need to uninstall Malwarebytes from your PC, either because you no longer need it or because it is causing issues with other software. In this article, we will walk you through the steps on how to uninstall Malwarebytes from your PC.
Step 1: Close Malwarebytes
The first step in uninstalling Malwarebytes from your PC is to make sure the program is closed. Right-click on the Malwarebytes icon in your system tray and select "Quit Malwarebytes". This will ensure that the program is no longer running in the background.
Step 2: Uninstall Malwarebytes from Control Panel
Next, you will need to go to the Control Panel of your PC. You can do this by clicking on the Windows Start menu and typing "Control Panel" in the search bar. Once you are in the Control Panel, navigate to "Programs and Features" or "Uninstall a Program".
Find Malwarebytes in the list of installed programs and click on it. Then, click on the "Uninstall" button. Follow the prompts to complete the uninstallation process. Once the process is complete, restart your PC.
Step 3: Remove Malwarebytes Registry Entries
After uninstalling Malwarebytes from your PC, there may still be some leftover registry entries. These can sometimes cause issues with other software or slow down your PC. To remove these registry entries, you will need to use the Registry Editor.
Open the Registry Editor by clicking on the Windows Start menu and typing "regedit" in the search bar. Once you are in the Registry Editor, navigate to the following location:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Malwarebytes
Delete the "Malwarebytes" folder. Then, navigate to the following location:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Malwarebytes
Delete the "Malwarebytes" folder here as well. Once you have deleted these registry entries, close the Registry Editor.
Conclusion
Uninstalling Malwarebytes from your PC is a simple process that can help you resolve issues with the software or free up space on your computer. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can ensure that Malwarebytes is completely removed from your PC. If you have any questions or concerns about uninstalling Malwarebytes, feel free to contact their support team for assistance.
