What is JDownloader?
JDownloader – is a program that comes to your computer in the form of an extension to the browser. JDownloader is not a virus, but this program relate to the number of potentially unwanted programs. After penetrating the computer, it starts to display various banner ads and coupons. These promotional products may refer to a popular partner sites, for example, eBay, Amazon, AliExpress and so on. In addition, this program can deliver, and other troubles. After penetration of the PC, JDownloader can change the settings of your browser home page, add your toolbar and constantly disturb you while browsing. Also worth noting is that JDownloader constantly analyzes your browsing history. Because of this, JDownloader can display exactly the proposal that will interest you the most. JDownloader may transfer your personally identifiable information to third parties. If you find JDownloader on your PC, we recommend that you remove it immediately.
How JDownloader gets on your PC?
Potentially unwanted programs are not viruses, but it can cause serious harm to your computer. Malicious software, such as this comes to PC bundled with free downloads without user consent. However, in most cases, users could easily prevent infection in their computer. It is necessary to closely monitor the installation process, namely remember a few simple rules. Always read the user’s agreement and select the “Advanced” installation type to know about everything that the installer offers. Disagree to install components that cause you suspicious. Also, you can use special programs that will help you to protect your PC. If JDownloader already penetrated on your computer, you can use our instructions indicated below.
How to remove JDownloader from your computer?
To uninstall JDownloader remove it from Control Panel, then delete all files and regkeys.
In our view, there are 3 products that potentially have JDownloader in their database. You can try to use them for removing JDownloader.
Recommended Solution:
Norton is a powerful removal tool. It can remove all instances of newest viruses, similar to JDownloader – files, folders, registry keys.
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Alternative Solution:
Norton Antivirus – detects files, registry values and folders of viruses that show the same behavior as JDownloader.
You can try both of these products to remove JDownloader
Or uninstall JDownloader manually.
Removing from Control Panel
Windows XP:
- Click Start.
- Control Panel.
- Then click Add or Remove Programs.
- Find JDownloader.
- Click Uninstall.
Learn more about uninstallation of programs in Windows XP.
Windows 7/Windows Vista:
- Click Start.
- Then Control Panel.
- Click Uninstall a Program.
- Find JDownloader and click Uninstall.
Learn more about uninstallation of programs in Windows 7.
Windows 8/Windows 8.1:
- Open the Menu.
- Click Search.
- After that click Apps.
- Then Control Panel.
- Then as in Windows 7, click Uninstall a Program under Programs.
- Find JDownloader, select it and click Uninstall.
Learn more about uninstallation of programs in Windows 8 (8.1).
After that remove JDownloader from your browser.
Google Chrome:
- Open Google Chrome
- Push Alt + F.
- Click Tools.
- Choose Extensions.
- Find JDownloader.
- Click the trash can icon to remove it.
Learn more about removing extensions from Chrome.
Mozilla Firefox:
- Open Firefox.
- Push Shift + Ctrl + A.
- Choose JDownloader.
- Click Disable or Remove button.
Learn more about removing extensions from Firefox.
Internet Explorer:
- Open IE.
- Push Alt + T.
- Click Manage Add-ons.
- Select Toolbars and Extensions.
- Click Disable JDownloader.
- Click More information link in the left-bottom corner.
- Click Remove button.
- If this button is grayed out – perform alternative steps.
Learn more about removing extensions from IE.
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Written by Rami Douafi