HDD Defragmenter is more of the same fake spyware removal tools that you've seen elsewhere.
The same creeps who created Smart Defragmenter and System Defragmenter have come up with this version, and it seems to be the most popular virus among the three.
It will scan your PC, display fake virus alerts, and pressure you into purchasing a "full version" of its fake virus removal software.
It's a big scam, so whatever you do, don't provide your credit card to these hackers.
You will want to remove HDD Defragmenter to avoid risking your private information and/or your personal identity.
The most obvious signs of your computer being infected with HDD Defragmenter is that it will run itself every time Windows boots up.
You will see a list of hard disks, memory, and other other system files being scanned, with the results page showing a list of critical errors.
Of course, these scary results are fake, and the hackers are hoping you click to purchase a full version of this fake software.
You will not be able to open your programs, and may have to rename program files to get them to open.
Here are examples of the error messages that will encounter: "System Error! Exe file is corrupted and can't be run.
Hard drive scan required!" and "Windows - No Disk.
Exception Processing Message 0×0000013" as well as "Critical Error.
A critical error has occurred while indexing data stored on hard drive.
System restart required.
" So How Do I Uninstall HDD Defragmenter Quickly and Easily? If you are comfortable editing your system's registry, you can attempt a manual removal.
This is only recommended for IT experts, because if you get a single step wrong, it can result in a paperweight for a computer.
Having said that, you will first stop all related.
exe processes in your task manager, then you will disable related DLL files in the %temp%\ folder, remove all related registry entries in the HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\ folder, and remove related files and folders.
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