Remove AdPunisher - Adware Removal Instructions

"There is one called "AdPunisher" that I cannot possibly uninstall. It simply does not let me. When I click on it to uninstall it a box appears that says: 'Plese close your browser and try again'. So I tried this fixer program from Windows called Fix it and when I have to select the program from the list and it DOES NOT appear."

Information about AdPunisher

AdPunisher is actually supported by an adware which may bring you lots of unwanted ads from the time it infects your PC. Its ads just pop up to occupy your whole screen to increase the chances of being clicked. It uses pay-per-click to generate revenue. This adware, however, is powerful enough to affect browsers including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer. And the clicking of its ads can bring you viruses or malware infection. You also have to face data lost or even identity theft. You should not keep it.

Usually, AdPunisher comes bundled with freeware or shareware that you downloaded from the Internet. Unsafe websites, malicious email attachment and sponsored links are the ones you need to stay away from.

Harmful properties of AdPunisher

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1. Once it launched your PC, it'll inject itself to your system and change your important settings.
2. Annoying ads almost drive you crazy.
3. Both the ads and the redirection can bring viruses or other threats to your PC.
4. It can slow down the webpage loading speed which may take ages to open a new webpage.
5. When you try to uninstall its program, it can block you.
6. Your valuable information may be collected for commercial purpose.

Remove AdPunisher and its ads Safely and Completely

Method 1: Follow the guides below to remove it manually.
Method 2: Use SpyHunter to remove it automatically.

Manual Steps

Step 1: Uninstall programs brought by the adware.

If it does not allow you to uninstall, you can use Safe Mode to have a try. (Reboot your PC, keep pressing F8 key until you get to the interface. On it you can find "Safe Mode with Networking". Choose it and press "Enter" on your keyboard.)

For Windows XP: Start>>Control Panel>>Add or Remove Programs.

For Windows 7: Start>>Control Panel>>Programs and Features.

For Windows 8: Start>>Control Panel>>Uninstall a Program.

Choose your version and remove related programs from your system.

Step 2: Go to your browsers and remove related add-ons.

For Mozilla Firefox

Follow the steps as the pictures show you. Remove AdPunisher both in "Extensions" and "Plugins".

For Google Chrome

Menu icon>>Tools>>Extensions.
Search for related ones and remove them by clicking on the trashcan icon.

For Internet Explorer

Tools>>Manage Add-ons>>Toolbars and Extensions.

Disable and remove AdPunisher from your IE.

Step 3: Delete all related registry entries in the Registry Editor. (Be cautious during this step.)

You probable need to take this step if the adware is really powerful and refuse to leave. This step needs skills.

Start>>Run>>Input "regedit">>Click OK>>Registry Editor.
 Find related entries and delete them.

Automatic Steps

SpyHunter is a powerful removal tool which has great functions to deal with adware, rogues, viruses, worms and so on. Use SpyHunter to remove AdPunisher may be a wise choice.

Step 1: Download SpyHunter.

Just click the safe link here to avoid unnecessary threats.

Step 2: Accept the Setup agreement and step by step install the tool.

Step 3: Run it to make a full scan for your whole system.

Step 4: Fix threats when the scanning is over.

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Developed by ParetoLogic Inc, RegCure is specialized in dealing with registry entries. It can speed up your PC by cleaning the left files of unwanted programs and repairing errors. A slow machine especially needs this tool.

Step 1: Download RegCure Pro!

Step 2: Run the downloaded file on your PC to install the tool step by step.

Follow the installation wizard to install the tool properly.

Step 3: Launch RegCure and make a full scan.

Step 4: If the result is bad, click "Fix All".

Important:

There are two effective ways to remove AdPunisher. One way is that you can remove it manually yourself if you are a computer expert. Another way is that you can use SpyHunter to remove it automatically.

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