ZoomEx Removal Guide

Do you know what ZoomEx is?

Adware programs are among the most widespread infections that are roaming the web these days. One such application is known as ZoomEx and is based on an infamous JustPlutIt engine just like other ad-supported programs such as GetIt4Cheaper, KeepersExT, and AllDayPrice. Thus, it is not surprising that we advise you to remove the adware in question just like any of its counterparts. In the majority of cases, users infect their computer with this invasive application because they do not know enough about virtual security. This is the reason we provide a few preventative steps that will significantly reduce the risk of getting your PC infected with this or any other questionable application. Below we provide further information about the functionality of ZoomEx and a detailed removal guide that will help you delete it without encountering any major problems.

ZoomEx works in virtually the same way as its counterparts that are based on the notorious JustPlutIt engine. Once this intrusive adware enters your operating system, it will implement its invasive extensions to well-known browsers such as Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and Internet Explorer. Once the adware is up and fully running, you will be presented with a vast amount of invasive third-party ads and pop-ups while surfing the web. Such activity is annoying and will make your life miserable. Ads and pop-ups will be shown in an utterly random way, on random websites, at random times whether you like it or not. Obviously this will make surfing the web the way you are used to virtually impossible especially knowing that at times this ad-supported program could flood your web browser with unwanted third-party web content so much that you might be forced to stop your browsing session to close down all the ads and pop-ups. To stop such invasive activity you need to conduct a complete removal of ZoomEx; if you fail to do so, the annoying web content will continue to annoy you.

It is not a secret that often ZoomEx like its counterparts is spread via software bundles. Make sure to avoid all third-party download websites because such sites are infamous for being the primary source of bundled installers. Make sure to download your software from official vendors’ websites only as such sites do not tend to provide installers filled with suspicious software. Additionally, you should never skip a step while installing any program because you might miss an opportunity to cancel the installation of some other questionable program. Lastly, but most importantly make sure to install a reliable antimalware tool since having such a tool active on your PC is the best way to keep your computer safe and secure at all times.

Make sure to follow the removal guide of ZoomEx carefully since a single mistake could mean that the infectious application was not removed entirely. In some cases, just a few leftover files or registry entries could be used to silently restore the invasive adware program. If you wish to avoid such an instance make sure to conduct a thorough analysis of your PC for potential leftovers associated with ZoomEx.

How to remove ZoomEx from your web browser

Google Chrome

  1. Open the browser and simultaneously tap Alt+F.
  2. Select Tools.
  3. Click Extensions.
  4. Click the trash can icon placed next to the undesirable add-on and select Remove.

Internet Explorer

  1. Launch the browser.
  2. Simultaneously tap Alt+T.
  3. Select Manage Add-ons.
  4. Click Toolbars and Extensions.
  5. Remove the undesirable plugin and click Close.

Mozilla Firefox

  1. Launch the browser and then simultaneously tap Ctrl+Shift+A.
  2. From the menu on the left select Extensions.
  3. Remove the undesirable plugin.

How to remove ZoomEx from your PC

Windows Vista and Windows 7

  1. Click the Windows button.
  2. Select Control Panel.
  3. Click the Uninstall a program option.
  4. Select ZoomEx and click Uninstall.

Windows XP

  1. Click Start.
  2. Select Control Panel.
  3. Click Add or Remove Programs.
  4. Uninstall the unwanted application.

Windows 8

  1. Move the mouse pointer to the lower-left corner of the screen.
  2. Right-click.
  3. Select Control Panel.
  4. Click Uninstall a program.
  5. Right-click ZoomEx.
  6. Select Uninstall.

In non-techie terms:

Some users find manual removal and the analysis procedure too complicated. If you are one of those users, you should not worry. Our malware researchers have crafted an alternative removal guide that will help you delete ZoomEx in an automatic way.