How to Remove the Free Version of Malwarebytes from Your Computer

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Introduction

Malwarebytes is a popular anti-malware software used by computer users to protect their devices from different types of malware. The free version of Malwarebytes offers limited features compared to the premium version but is still a useful tool for detecting and removing malware from your computer. However, if you decide to remove the free version of Malwarebytes from your computer, this article will guide you on how to do so.

Step-by-Step Guide to Remove the Free Version of Malwarebytes

Follow the steps below to remove the free version of Malwarebytes from your computer:

Step 1: Uninstall Malwarebytes from the Control Panel

The first step to remove the free version of Malwarebytes from your computer is to uninstall it from the Control Panel. Here's how:

  1. Click on the Start menu and select Control Panel.
  2. Click on Programs and Features.
  3. Find Malwarebytes in the list of installed programs and click on it.
  4. Click on Uninstall.
  5. Follow the prompts to complete the uninstallation process.
Control Panel

Step 2: Remove Malwarebytes Folders

After uninstalling Malwarebytes from the Control Panel, you need to remove any remaining folders associated with the software. Here's how:

  1. Open File Explorer.
  2. Navigate to C:\Program Files\Malwarebytes.
  3. Delete the Malwarebytes folder.
  4. Navigate to C:\ProgramData\Malwarebytes.
  5. Delete the Malwarebytes folder.
File Explorer

Step 3: Remove Malwarebytes Registry Keys

The final step is to remove any registry keys associated with Malwarebytes. Here's how:

  1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type "regedit" and press Enter.
  3. Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Malwarebytes.
  4. Delete the Malwarebytes folder.
  5. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Malwarebytes.
  6. Delete the Malwarebytes folder.
Registry Editor

Conclusion

Removing the free version of Malwarebytes from your computer is a simple process that involves uninstalling the software from the Control Panel, removing any remaining folders, and deleting registry keys associated with the software. Follow the steps outlined in this article, and you'll be able to remove the free version of Malwarebytes from your computer in no time.

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