Suspect an infection your regular antivirus can’t clean? Trojan Remover scans the files loaded at Windows startup for malware that may evade or resist removal by standard antivirus software. It also looks for system changes associated with infections, including altered registry entries and startup settings.
What does Trojan Remover scan?
The program examines files that load at startup for trojans, internet worms, adware, spyware, remote access trojans, and other malware. Hidden files and services that use rootkit tricks to stay invisible are flagged as well.
Beyond the malware files themselves, Trojan Remover checks for modifications infections may leave behind. These include registry entries and other system settings that can affect how Windows starts or behaves. The cleanup process is designed to handle malware and its associated changes without requiring manual edits to system files or the Registry.
What does FastScan flag?
FastScan checks several places malware commonly changes and presents alerts for items that may need attention. Alert types cover startup groups, scheduled tasks, registry entries, proxy settings, Explorer policies, browser extensions, and hidden rootkit services. It can also flag alternate shells, image-file debugger settings, and files that are in use or locked.
Alert options and scan settings let users manage how particular findings are handled.
How can a file or folder be scanned?
A scan can be started for an individual file or folder from Windows Explorer using Trojan Remover's Explorer menu options. This provides a way to inspect a specific item without running a full scan of the system.
For recurring checks, the program supports unattended scan scheduling and a daily FastScan option. Settings also include a logon delay for FastScan and an option to run it silently.
How are updates handled?
Trojan Remover can check for updates daily, run scheduled updates, and install program updates automatically. Update settings include a daily check time and an update log.
Pros
- Scans boot-loaded files for trojans, worms, adware, and spyware
- Checks for hidden files and services using rootkit techniques
- FastScan flags suspicious startup, registry, proxy, and scheduled-task changes
- Explorer menu can scan a selected file or folder
System requirements: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Windows 11
Does Trojan Remover scan only for trojans?
No. It scans for trojans, worms, adware, spyware, remote access trojans, and other malware.
Can Trojan Remover check a single file or folder?
Yes. Its Windows Explorer menu options can start a scan on a selected file or folder.
What does a rootkit warning mean?
It means the program found a file or service hiding itself the way rootkits do; check the item before removing it.
