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Do you know what StorageProtector is?

DESCRIPTION

StorageProtector is a rogue anti-spyware program that may display fake warning messages and run a false malware detection in order to make you believe you’re machine is infected with spyware. StorageProtector’s deceptive advertising tactics are only an attempt to mislead you into buying the full version of the program. StorageProtector may install onto your machine through a Trojan that poses as a fake video codecs used to view porn videos.

Once StorageProtector finishes scanning you computer, it will report false positives and message will appear that prompts you to click the button to download the recommended software to remove the alleged spyware. That way you’re persuaded to buy the StorageProtector program.

In non-techie terms: Distributors of trojans conduct illicit installation methods to extort money from you. Do not download free video codecs from questionable websites. You’re only asking for trouble and the Trojan infection, as well as StorageProtector, can be difficult to remove.

StorageProtector Automatic Removal Instructions

This automatic removal method is for non-techie computer users. If you’re too lazy to learn about spyware removal or how to access sensitive files in your computer, then this is the method for you.
Before you start: Print or bookmark these instructions because you’ll have to reboot into Safe Mode. Also back up your computer in case you make a mistake.

1. Download and save SmitFraudFix to your desktop.
2. Restart your computer in Safe Mode (how to do safe mode). Once the
   desktop appears, double click on the SmitfraudFix.exe on your desktop.
3. After the credits screen, you’ll see a menu. Select the option number 2, which is ‘Clean (safe mode recommended)’, and then
   press Enter to delete infect files.
4. SmitFraudFix will begin cleaning your computer and take a series of cleanup processes. When the process is over, it will automatically begin the Disk Cleanup program.
5. Once the Disk Cleanup program is complete, you will be prompted with the message ‘Registry cleaning - Do you want to clean the registry’. Answer Y (Yes) and hit Enter. Reboot your computer.
6. SmitFraudFix will now check if wininet.dll is infected. SmitFraudFix will ask you whether to replace the infected file (if there’s any) ‘Replace infected
   file?’ Answer by typing Y (Yes) and hit Enter.
7. Reboot your computer to complete the cleaning process.
8. After reboot, a Notepad screen may appear containing a log of all the files
   removed from your computer. If it doesn’t appear, a file will be created called
   rapport.txt in the root of your drive, (Local Disk C:).
9. Restart your computer in Safe Mode (how to do safe mode).
10. Go to C:\Windows\Temp, click Edit, click Select All, press DELETE, and then
    click Yes to confirm that you want all the items to go to the Recycle Bin.
11. Go to C:\Documents and Settings\[LISTED USER]\Local Settings\Temp, click Edit, click Select All, press DELETE, and then click Yes to confirm that
    you want all the items to go to the Recycle Bin.
12. Reboot your computer back to normal mode. Go to Windows Update and download all critical updates.

StorageProtector Manual Removal Instructions

This manual removal method is for techie computer users. StorageProtector manual removal may be difficult and time consuming to remove. There’s no guarantee that StorageProtector will be removed completely. So read the StorageProtector removal steps carefully and good luck.

Before you start: Close all programs and Internet browsers. Also back up your computer in case you make a mistake and your computer stops working.

1. Uninstall StorageProtector Program
   Click on Start > Settings > Control Panel > Double-click on Add/Remove Programs. Search for and uninstall StorageProtector if found.
2. To stop StorageProtector processes (view process removal steps)
   Go to Start > Run > type taskmgr. The click the Processes tab and you’ll see a list of running processes.
   Search and stop these StorageProtector processes:
   transpaid.exe
   For each unwanted process, right-click on it and then select “End task”.
3. To unregister StorageProtector registry keys (view registry keys removal steps)
   Go to Start > Run > type regedit > press OK.
   Edit the value (on the right pane) by right-clicking on it and selecting the Modify option. Select the Delete option.
   Search and delete these StorageProtector registry keys:

   StorageProtector
   StorageProtectorDownloader
   

4. If your homepage has been changed, go to Start > Control Panel > Internet Options > click on the General > click Use Default under Home Page. Add the your desired default homepage, then click Apply > click OK. Open a new web browser to check that you have your desired default homepage.
5. Remove StorageProtector Directories.
   To find StorageProtector directories, go to Start > My Computer > Local Disk (C:) > Program Files > Show the contents of this folder.

   Search and delete the following StorageProtector directories:
   %ProgramFiles%\StorageProtector
   %ProgramFiles%\Common Files\StorageProtector
   

   Right-click on the StorageProtector folder and select Delete.

   A message will appear saying ‘Are you sure you want to remove the folder StorageProtector and move all its contents to the Recycle Bin?’, click Yes.
   Another message will appear saying ‘Renaming, moving or deleting StorageProtector could make some programs not work. Are you sure you want to do this?’, click Yes.

6. To remove StorageProtector icons on your Desktop, drag and drop them to the Recycle Bin.

You’ve completed the StorageProtector manual removal instructions!
I hope this article has helped you solve your StorageProtector problems. If you want to contribute to this article, post your comment below.

Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes. By using this information you agree to be bound by the disclaimer. There’s no guarantee that StorageProtector will be completely removed from your computer. Seek professional help if your computer continues to experience problems.

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