How Do You Uninstall Malwarebytes?

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Introduction

Malwarebytes is a popular antivirus software that helps protect your computer from malware infections. It is a powerful tool that can detect and remove viruses, spyware, Trojans, worms, and other malicious programs. However, if you want to uninstall Malwarebytes for any reason, this article will guide you through the process.

Why Uninstall Malwarebytes?

There are various reasons why you might want to uninstall Malwarebytes. You may no longer require the software, or you may want to switch to a different antivirus program. Additionally, if you are experiencing any issues with Malwarebytes, such as software conflicts or errors, you may need to uninstall it and reinstall it.

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Uninstalling Malwarebytes on Windows

If you are using a Windows computer, you can uninstall Malwarebytes using the Control Panel. Follow these steps:

  1. Click on the Windows Start button and select Control Panel from the menu.
  2. Click on Programs and Features (or Add or Remove Programs, depending on your version of Windows).
  3. Locate Malwarebytes in the list of installed programs.
  4. Click on Malwarebytes and then click Uninstall.
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation process.

Uninstalling Malwarebytes on Mac

If you are using a Mac computer, you can uninstall Malwarebytes using the uninstaller tool. Follow these steps:

  1. Open the Malwarebytes application.
  2. Click on Help in the menu bar.
  3. Select Uninstall Malwarebytes.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation process.
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Manually Uninstalling Malwarebytes

If the above methods do not work, you can manually uninstall Malwarebytes. Follow these steps:

  1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run command.
  2. Type "regedit" and press Enter.
  3. Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Malwarebytes and delete the folder.
  4. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Malwarebytes and delete the folder.
  5. Delete the Malwarebytes folder from Program Files (or Program Files (x86) if you are using a 64-bit operating system).
  6. Delete any remaining Malwarebytes files from the AppData folder.

Conclusion

Uninstalling Malwarebytes is a straightforward process that can be done using the Control Panel (on Windows) or the uninstaller tool (on Mac). If these methods do not work, you can manually uninstall Malwarebytes by deleting the registry entries and program files. Remember to only uninstall Malwarebytes if you no longer require it or are experiencing issues with the software.

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