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Malware Cleanup

If your browser keeps sending you to odd websites, pop-ups won't go away, or programs appeared that you didn't install, something unwanted may be on your computer. We assess the situation, run reputable security scans, remove what we can, clean up your browsers, and give you clear steps to stay safer.

Sound familiar?

  • Pop-ups that won't go away
  • Browser homepage or search engine changed on its own
  • Unfamiliar programs or toolbars
  • Warnings demanding you call a phone number
  • Antivirus turned off by itself

What’s included

  • Initial assessment
  • Reputable security scans
  • Malware removal attempts
  • Browser cleanup
  • Recommendations to keep your computer safer

Not included

Quoted separately, with your approval

  • Securing your online accounts (we'll explain how)
  • Recovering data damaged by malware
  • Full operating-system reinstall, if needed — quoted separately

Good to know

  • No one can honestly promise every infection can be removed. If a computer is seriously compromised, a clean reinstall may be the safest option — we'll explain why.
  • If you think accounts were exposed, change those passwords from a different, trusted device.
  • If a pop-up told you to call a number or let someone connect to your computer, mention it in your request.

Questions about this service

Should I keep using the computer in the meantime?

Avoid online banking, shopping, or entering passwords on it until it's been checked.

Do you need my passwords?

No. Never send passwords through our website or by email. If we need to sign in for a step, we'll arrange it with you directly.

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