How to uninstall the DLLEscort program
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is DLLEscort?
DLLEscort is advertised as tool which fixes .dll, .exe, .sys, .ocx, and other errors, DirectX problems, maintain and keeps computers clean and fast, and prevents applications and systems from crashing. In fact, this program is distributed through installers of other programs and included into their set-ups as an 'additional offer'.
Commonly, users download and install programs that are distributed this way inadvertently. Therefore, they are categorized as potentially unwanted applications (PUAs).
DLLEscort is not a free program and must be registered/purchased. The problem with paying for such PUAs is that they are often designed generate a fake scan result list - they simply detect fake issues.
The main purpose of the developers behind these programs is to trick users into believing that there are various errors on the system (or other problems), which can be fixed with their software. It is unknown whether DLLEscort is one of these PUAs, however, it is a strong possibility.
Therefore, you are advised against paying for registration (or activation) of software such as DLLEscort. Use only legitimate programs. Note that download/installation set-ups are often used to distribute multiple PUAs at once. Therefore, DLLEscort may be distributed alongside other PUAs.
For example, browser hijackers and adware-type applications. Typically, browser hijackers promote the address of fake search engines by changing certain browser settings. Also, they often function as information tracking tools by gathering data relating to users' browsing activities.
They usually target browsing-related data such as geolocations, entered search queries, addresses of visited pages, IP addresses, and other browsing details. Developers can misuse the information to generate revenue by selling it to third parties (potentially, cyber criminals) or in other ways.
Note that some browser hijackers can record personal, sensitive details. Adware-type apps are unwanted programs that serve advertisements. For example, coupons, banners, surveys, pop-ups, and others. Clicking these advertisements allows them to open untrusted websites or even cause download/installation of PUAs by executing certain scripts.
Remove all browser hijackers and adware-type apps from browsers and computers immediately. Uninstall DLLEscort and any similar PUAs.
| Name | DLLEscort potentially unwanted application |
| Threat Type | PUP (potentially unwanted program), PUA (potentially unwanted application). |
| Supposed Functionality | This program supposedly fixes DLL, DirectX and other errors. |
| Detection Names | Avast (Win32:Malware-gen), AVG (Win32:Malware-gen), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of Win32/DLLEscort.A Potentially Unwanted), Kaspersky (UDS:DangerousObject.Multi.Generic), Full List Of Detections (VirusTotal). |
| Symptoms | A program that you do not recall installing suddenly appeared on your computer. A new application is performing computer scans and displays warning messages about 'found issues'. Asks for payment to eliminate the supposedly found errors. |
| Distribution Methods | Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake Flash Player installers. |
| 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. |
Other programs similar to DLLEscort include Dll-Files Fixer, ScanUtilities and System Care Pro. Commonly, they are advertised as legitimate software, however, they can generate fake scan results so that unsuspecting users pay for activation/registration.
How did potentially unwanted applications install on my computer?
Commonly, users download and install unwanted apps (adware, browser hijackers and other PUAs) when they are included into the download/installation set-ups of other programs as 'additional offers'. This distribution method is known as "bundling".
Usually offers to download and install PUAs can be declined in "Advanced", "Custom" and other similar settings/options of the set-ups. Many users fail to check the settings, thereby agreeing by default with offers to download or install additional PUAs. In some cases, these apps are downloaded inadvertently and/or installed by clicking deceptive ads that execute certain scripts.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications
The safest way to download software and files is to use only official websites and direct links. Avoid tools and channels such as third party downloaders, installers, torrent clients, eMule (or other Peer-to-Peer networks), unofficial pages, etc. Check all "Advanced", "Custom" and other settings, and decline offers to download or install unwanted software.
Do not trust or click ads that appear on pages relating to gambling, pornography, adult dating, etc. These often open other dubious pages or cause unwanted downloads and installations. Remove any suspicious, unwanted plug-ins, add-ons and extensions installed on the browser, and programs of this kind installed on the computer.
If your computer is already infected with PUAs, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.
Appearance of DLLEscort application (GIF):
Installation setup of DLLEscort application:
Website promoting DLLEscort application:
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Quick menu:
- What is DLLEscort?
- 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 "DLLEscort" 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, DLLEscort 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 dllescort 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 dllescort 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 dllescort 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 dllescort 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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