Uninstall the Inlog Optimizer unwanted application
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is Inlog Optimizer?
The Inlog Optimizer program supposedly cleans Windows Operating Systems and improves performance. It includes features that allow users to disable Microsoft Compatibility Telemetry, receive updates, adjust startup items, remove programs and unnecessary files, and so on.
In fact, this program is classified as a potentially unwanted application (PUA). Developers bundle PUAs into set-ups of other software. Therefore, people often download and install them inadvertently.
Inlog Optimizer has many features, however, to use them fully, the program must be purchased. Note, you are advised not to pay for tools that are distributed by additionally including them into download/installation set-ups of other software. Do not trust apps that are promoted using these deceptive methods.
If purchased, PUAs rarely deliver the functions promised. Many are bundled into packs - i.e., developers bundle more than one PUA into the setup. Therefore, Inlog Optimizer might be distributed together with other browser hijackers, adware, and potentially unwanted applications.
Browser hijackers change browser settings to promote fake search engines and gather information relating users' browsing habits. Adware-type apps deliver unwanted ads that, if clicked, lead to dubious websites or cause download/installation of potentially malicious apps. Therefore, do not have Inlog Optimizer or other PUAs installed on your system or pay for activation.
| Name | Inlog Optimizer potentially unwanted application |
| Threat Type | PUP (potentially unwanted program), PUA (potentially unwanted application) |
| Supposed Functionality | Inlog Optimizer supposed to optimize Windows operating systems |
| Detection Names | Avast (Win32:Trojan-gen), BitDefender (Trojan.GenericKD.32061044), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of Win32/Kryptik.GUAR), Kaspersky (Trojan.Win32.SelfDel.hcxs), Full List Of Detections (VirusTotal) |
| Symptoms | A program that you do not recall installing suddenly appeared on your computer. New application is performing computer scans and displays warning messages about 'found issues'. Asks for payment to eliminate the supposedly detected errors. |
| Distribution Methods | Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake flash player installers. |
| Related Domains | inlog-optimizer[.]com |
| Damage | Monetary loss (unnecessary purchase of fake software), unwanted warning pop-ups, slow computer performance. |
| Malware Removal (Windows) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your computer with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
Many apps can be found in download or installation setups of other software. Some examples are Xtron System Care, One Click Speedup, and Auto PC Speedup. These may seem to be legitimate, however, do not trust bundled apps, especially if they are categorized as browser hijackers or adware.
How did potentially unwanted applications install on my computer?
When developers bundle apps into set-ups, they usually hide information relating to this in "Custom", "Advanced", "Manual" and other similar sections.
Therefore, information about included PUAs is not properly disclosed. Unwanted downloads and installations often happen when people leave the settings unchanged. In other cases, it happens when they click intrusive advertisements, which then execute scripts designed to download/install unwanted applications.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
Download all programs (especially if they are free) from official, legitimate websites. Avoid using third party software downloaders, installers, Peer-to-Peer networks such as torrent clients, eMule and other similar channels to download or install software. Do not complete any download or installation setup without checking the "Advanced", Custom", and other settings.
Do not allow PUAs to be downloaded or installed with other, regular software. Do not click ads, especially if they are displayed on dubious web pages. They can open other untrustworthy websites or even cause unwanted downloads and installations.
If a browser opens dubious web pages or shows intrusive ads, check apps (plug-ins, add-ons, and extensions) installed on the browser and remove all unwanted or unknown entries. Also check for unwanted programs installed on the operating system.
If your computer is already infected with PUAs, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.
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Quick menu:
- What is Inlog Optimizer?
- STEP 1. Uninstall deceptive applications using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove malicious plug-ins from Internet Explorer.
- STEP 3. Remove rogue extensions from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove potentially unwanted plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 5. Remove rogue extensions from Safari.
- STEP 6. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
Removal of potentially unwanted applications:
Windows 11 users:
Right-click on the Start icon, select Apps and Features. In the opened window search for the application you want to uninstall, after locating it, click on the three vertical dots and select Uninstall.
Windows 10 users:
Right-click in the lower left corner of the screen, in the Quick Access Menu select Control Panel. In the opened window choose Programs and Features.
Windows 7 users:
Click Start (Windows Logo at the bottom left corner of your desktop), choose Control Panel. Locate Programs and click Uninstall a program.
macOS (OSX) users:
Click Finder, in the opened screen select Applications. Drag the app from the Applications folder to the Trash (located in your Dock), then right click the Trash icon and select Empty Trash.
In the uninstall programs window, look for "Inlog Optimizer" and other suspicious/recently-installed applications, select these entries and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".
After uninstalling the potentially unwanted application, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.
Remove rogue extensions from Internet browsers:
At time of research, Inlog Optimizer did not install any unwanted browser extensions, however, some unwanted applications can be installed together with adware and browser hijackers. If you experience unwanted ads or redirects when browsing the Internet, continue with the removal guide below.
Video showing how to remove potentially unwanted browser add-ons:
Remove malicious add-ons from Internet Explorer:
Click the "gear" icon 
(at the top right corner of Internet Explorer), select "Manage Add-ons". Look for any recently-installed suspicious browser extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the inlog optimizer potentially unwanted application, reset your Internet Explorer settings to default.
Windows XP users: Click Start, click Run, in the opened window type inetcpl.cpl In the opened window click the Advanced tab, then click Reset.
Windows Vista and Windows 7 users: Click the Windows logo, in the start search box type inetcpl.cpl and click enter. In the opened window click the Advanced tab, then click Reset.
Windows 8 users: Open Internet Explorer and click the gear icon. Select Internet Options.
In the opened window, select the Advanced tab.
Click the Reset button.
Confirm that you wish to reset Internet Explorer settings to default by clicking the Reset button.
Remove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:
Click the Chrome menu icon 
(at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "More tools" and click "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons and remove them.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the inlog optimizer potentially unwanted application, reset your Google Chrome browser settings. Click the Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome) and select Settings. Scroll down to the bottom of the screen. Click the Advanced… link.
After scrolling to the bottom of the screen, click the Reset (Restore settings to their original defaults) button.
In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Google Chrome settings to default by clicking the Reset button.
Remove malicious plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox:
Click the Firefox menu 
(at the top right corner of the main window), select "Add-ons". Click on "Extensions", in the opened window, remove all recently-installed suspicious browser plug-ins.
Optional method:
Computer users who have problems with inlog optimizer potentially unwanted application removal can reset their Mozilla Firefox settings.
Open Mozilla Firefox, at the top right corner of the main window, click the Firefox menu, in the opened menu, click Help.
Select Troubleshooting Information.
In the opened window, click the Refresh Firefox button.
In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Mozilla Firefox settings to default by clicking the Refresh Firefox button.
Remove malicious extensions from Safari:
Make sure your Safari browser is active, click Safari menu, and select Preferences....
In the opened window click Extensions, locate any recently installed suspicious extension, select it and click Uninstall.
Optional method:
Make sure your Safari browser is active and click on Safari menu. From the drop down menu select Clear History and Website Data...
In the opened window select all history and click the Clear History button.
Remove malicious extensions from Microsoft Edge:
Click the Edge menu icon 
(at the upper-right corner of Microsoft Edge), select "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons and click "Remove" below their names.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the inlog optimizer potentially unwanted application, reset your Microsoft Edge browser settings. Click the Edge menu icon (at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge) and select Settings.
In the opened settings menu select Reset settings.
Select Restore settings to their default values. In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Microsoft Edge settings to default by clicking the Reset button.
- If this did not help, follow these alternative instructions explaining how to reset the Microsoft Edge browser.
Summary:
Commonly, adware or potentially unwanted applications infiltrate Internet browsers through free software downloads. Note that the safest source for downloading free software is via developers' websites only. To avoid installation of adware, be very attentive when downloading and installing free software. When installing previously-downloaded free programs, choose the custom or advanced installation options – this step will reveal any potentially unwanted applications listed for installation together with your chosen free program.
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