What is Quiclean?

Quiclean is a browser extension coming to the PC without the user’s consent. This potentially unwanted program (PUP) is not a virus, but it brings many problems. The developers claim that this extension speeds up the browser by cleaning the cache and temporary files, as well as protecting your data from abduction. In reality, it collects information about user data, passing it on to third parties. Instead, Quiclean displays tons of annoying banner ads, coupons, and more. This program can redirect the user to ad sites. Many ads and offers are bait for users because the Quiclean was created in order to make money. In addition, the program significantly reduces the performance of your browser and PC. Do not risk the safety of your private information. Remove Quiclean right now.

How Quiclean gets on your PC?

Quiclean penetrates to computer bundled with free programs. The malicious software comes on a computer without the consent of the user and can cause irreparable damage to your computer. Most often, the user can prevent the penetration of such programs on their own. For this, it is necessary to follow closely the installation process and not to rush. Read the user agreement, do not agree to install suspicious software. Choose advanced or full installation type. Read reviews about the programs. You can also use special programs that will help you protect your PC. If you have found Quiclean, use our instructions to remove it.

How to remove Quiclean from your computer?

To uninstall Quiclean remove it from Control Panel, then delete all files and regkeys.

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You can try both of these products to remove Quiclean

Or uninstall Quiclean manually.

Step 1: Remove Quiclean from Control Panel

Windows XP:

1. Click Start.
2. Control Panel.
3. Then click Add or Remove Programs.
4. Find Quiclean.
5. Click Uninstall.

Learn more about uninstallation of programs in Windows XP.

Windows 7/Windows Vista:

1. Click Start.
2. Then Control Panel.
3. Click Uninstall a Program.
4. Find Quiclean and click Uninstall.

Learn more about uninstallation of programs in Windows 7.

Windows 8/Windows 8.1:

1. Open the Menu.
2. Click Search.
3. After that click Apps.
4. Then Control Panel.
5. Then as in Windows 7, click Uninstall a Program under Programs.
6. Find Quiclean, select it and click Uninstall.

Learn more about uninstallation of programs in Windows 8 (8.1).

Windows 10:

1. Click on the Start button (or press the Windows key) to open the Start menu, click on the Settings at the top.
2. Click on App & features on the left menu.
3. On the right side, locate Quiclean and click it, then click on the Uninstall button.
4. Click on Uninstall to confirm.

Learn more about uninstallation of programs in Windows 10

Note: If you can’t find required program, sort programs by date in Control panel and search for last installed programs.

After that remove Quiclean from your browser.

Step 2: Remove Quiclean from browsers

Google Chrome:

1. Open Google Chrome
2. Push Alt + F.
3. Click Tools.
4. Choose Extensions.
5. Find Quiclean.
6. Click the trash can icon to remove it.

Learn more about removing extensions from Chrome.

Mozilla Firefox:

1. Open Firefox.
2. Push Shift + Ctrl + A.
3. Choose Quiclean.
4. Click Disable or Remove button.

Learn more about removing extensions from Firefox.

Internet Explorer:

1. Open IE.
2. Push Alt + T.
3. Click Manage Add-ons.
4. Select Toolbars and Extensions.
5. Click Disable Quiclean.
6. Click More information link in the left-bottom corner.
7. Click Remove button.
8. If this button is grayed out – perform alternative steps.

Learn more about removing extensions from IE.

Step 3: Remove following files and folders of Quiclean:

Remove following registry entries:

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Written by Rami Douafi