Uninstall BatBitRst adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is BatBitRst?
The exact purpose of BatBitRst is unknown, however, after installation, this app behaves as adware. This is a potentially unwanted application (PUA) that displays ads and possibly also records data. Typically, people download and install these applications unintentionally.
Adware is software that displays various advertisements such as coupons, banners, surveys, pop-up ads, and so on. These can be annoying, since they conceal underlying content of websites. Installed adware displays these ads on all sites visited. When clicked, they open other dubious websites or lead to unwanted downloads or installations (they run scripts to achieve this).
Furthermore, the BatBitRst app records IP addresses, URLs of visited web pages, search queries entered, geolocations, and other data relating to users' browsing habits. Some PUAs also collect personal, sensitive data. The developers of these apps share the information with other parties who might be cyber criminals.
Generally, they misuse private information to generate revenue. Installed adware apps can thus lead to problems with privacy, browsing safety, unwanted downloads/installations, etc. You are advised to uninstall BatBitRst and other adware immediately.
| Name | Ads by BatBitRst |
| Threat Type | Adware, Unwanted ads, Pop-up Virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (Win32:AdwareSig [Adw]), BitDefender (Application.Bundler.ICLoader.4.Gen), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of Win32/Kryptik.GJLX), Kaspersky (HEUR:Trojan.Win32.Generic), Full List Of Detections (VirusTotal) |
| Symptoms | Seeing advertisements not originating from the sites you are browsing. Intrusive pop-up ads. Decreased Internet browsing speed. |
| Distribution Methods | Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake flash player installers. |
| Damage | Decreased computer performance, browser tracking - privacy issues, possible additional malware infections. |
| Malware Removal (Windows) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your computer with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
Other examples of adware include Ad Guardian, MessengerLite, and BWplayer. These apps are supposedly 'useful tools' - developers promote them by offering various features, and so on. In fact, adware simply generates revenue for the developers and provides no real value.
How did BatBitRst install on my computer?
People do not generally download and install adware or other PUAs intentionally. Unwanted downloads and installations usually happen through intrusive ads that run scripts or set-ups of other software. Developers often use the "bundling" method and include PUAs into download and installation set-ups of other software.
Typically, information regarding the presence of PUAs is hidden in settings such as "Custom", "Advanced", and other similar parts of the setup. Unwanted downloads and installations occur when people leave these settings unchanged, thereby granting PUAs permission to be downloaded and installed with regular software.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
Do not click intrusive ads, even if they seem legitimate or tempting. Once clicked, they open untrustworthy websites. Ads displayed on web pages such as gambling, adult dating, pornography and so on, should never be trusted. Download files and programs from official websites.
Do not use third party downloaders, Peer-to-Peer networks, unofficial pages, and other similar channels. Do not download or install software without first checking "Advanced", "Custom" and other settings, and dismissing offers to download or install additional software.
If the browser opens dubious site or displays ads, uninstall any unwanted/suspicious extensions, plug-ins, and add-ons. The same applies to programs installed on the operating system. If your computer is already infected with BatBitRst, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this adware.
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Quick menu:
- What is BatBitRst?
- STEP 1. Uninstall BatBitRst application using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove BatBitRst adware from Internet Explorer.
- STEP 3. Remove BatBitRst ads from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove 'Ads by BatBitRst' from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 5. Remove BatBitRst extension from Safari.
- STEP 6. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
BatBitRst adware removal:
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 "BatBitRst", select this entry and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".
After uninstalling the potentially unwanted application that causes BatBitRst ads, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.
Remove BatBitRst adware from Internet browsers:
At time of research, BatBitRst did not install its browser plug-ins on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, or Mozilla Firefox, however, it was bundled with other adware. Therefore, you are advised to remove all potentially unwanted browser add-ons from your Internet browsers.
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 ads by batbitrst, 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 ads by batbitrst, 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 ads by batbitrst 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 ads by batbitrst, 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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