How to remove Windows programs without a trace

You will need an uninstaller. So-called special utility, with which you can completely remove practically any software installed. They destroy all residual files of your chosen program, and made her entry in the Windows registry.

Uninstallers are particularly useful when not only the remains, but the program itself is not removed by standard Windows tools. In this case, the utility finds a way to remove unwanted software is mandatory.

All uninstallers work about the same. When you run the screen displays a list of installed programs. You can choose one or more of them and press the delete button. First get rid of the uninstaller of the program, and then finds and offers to clear all of its "tails".

We list some popular uninstaller, as well as their features.

1. Revo Uninstaller

• platform: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1 and 10.

The Revo Uninstaller has a useful feature, "Hunter Mode". With it you can quickly remove the unknown you program. It is enough to activate the mode and place the cursor on the icon, a window or other manifestation of the program on the screen. You will see a context menu with the uninstall button.

The Revo Uninstaller also has a set of features to further optimize Windows. They can be clean up temporary files browsers and Clipboard, delete the contents of baskets and not only. These features are available if you click on the "Tools".

The free version of the uninstaller has several limitations. For example, it supports batch Remove Programs. In addition, the paid version is able to clean the remains of applications that have been removed outside Revo Uninstaller. Its cost is 14 dollars.

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2. IObit Uninstaller

• platform: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1 and 10.

With IObit Uninstaller, you can quickly remove several programs at a time, just noting them in the list. Plus, this tool can not only uninstall the full programsBut browser extensions. Excess of additional functions in IObit Uninstaller not, the program is more suitable for lovers of minimalism.

IObit Uninstaller is available for free, but before setting offers a partnership to install a computer software. Fortunately, such a proposal can be rejected. As part of the paid version, which costs 400 rubles, the developer offers a more thorough cleaning of the system from the applications balances.

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3. ashampoo UnInstaller

• platform: Windows 7, 8, 8.1 and 10.

Ashampoo Uninstaller monitors the emergence of new software that allows you to remove applications installed without your knowledge. You can uninstall the program selected in groups or one by one.

As in Revo Uninstaller, in Ashampoo UnInstaller you will find a lot of additional functions. The utility is able to clean the disk of unused files, defragment it optimizes your Windows registry, you can configure system services and a list of programs that run at the start of the PC.

Ashampoo UnInstaller free. Before starting you will be asked to enter a license key, but it can be obtained by simply registering on the Ashampoo website.

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