

Spyware, viruses, and other dangerous software can impact your computers performance significantly by communicating with other computers, reading and modifying your files, and consuming disk space. Unexplained Slowdowns – If your computer is suffering from sudden and unexplained performance loss, there's a chance some malicious software is the culprit. This type of spyware may also override your search bar, editing search terms, and redirecting traffic to a compromised page. Spyware can force your computer to show you ads against your will, or worse, scams with the intent to steal your personal information.īrowser Hijacking – If your browser homepage has changed without your input, there's a strong chance your computer is infected with spyware. Invasive Pop-Ups – If ads are appearing on your desktop when you open your browser (or even without you doing anything), there's a chance your computer may be infected with spyware. However, there are some tell-tale signs to watch for: Also, if you use ACT! or WinFAX, back up those databases and uninstall those products.Īlso, keep in mind that you will need to restart your computer after running this tool and before proceeding, shut down all other programs and do not start any other program until SymNRT completes.Spyware is often designed to work quietly so users don't notice it's there. If you have pcAnywhere or WinFAX, uninstall it using «Add or Remove Programs» before running the Norton Removal Tool. Next, make sure that you have the installation CDs or downloaded installation files for any Norton products that you want to reinstall.

For your download purchase, you can find it in the confirmation email from Symantec. If you have a CD version, you can find your Product Key at the back of the CD sleeve.


If you downloaded your product from your service provider, you do not have a Product Key, so, skip the above steps. Under «Products», click the Norton product for which you want to save the Product Key.First, before run the Norton Removal Tool, you must save your Product Key.
