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How to remove unwanted RAV Endpoint Protection from your PC

How to remove unwanted RAV Endpoint Protection from your PC

RAV Endpoint Protection often sneaks in bundled with other installers such as Noxplayer (bundleware) and can make your computer unusually slow.

Signs your computer may be affected by RAV

  • The computer becomes unusually slow.
  • A RAV icon appears even though you did not intentionally install it.
  • Browser settings change automatically.
  • CPU or RAM usage is higher than normal.
RAV Endpoint Protection tray icon
The RAV icon may appear after bundled software installation.

How to fix the issue

1

Uninstall it properly

  • Open Control Panel > Programs and Features.
  • Find RAV Endpoint Protection and related apps from the same maker, such as VPN by RAV.
  • Right-click the item and choose Uninstall.
Find and remove RAV Endpoint Protection from installed programs
RAV Endpoint Protection uninstall wizard

Note: uninstalling the program alone may not remove every related item.

2

Check for leftover files

  • Check Program Files and related application folders.
  • Review Registry entries only if you know what you are doing or have an IT specialist helping.
  • Use a trusted cleanup tool such as AdwCleaner to scan for related adware.
3

Prevent it from coming back

  • Read each installer screen carefully before clicking Next.
  • Choose Custom Installation whenever possible.
Reject optional RAV installation during setup
  • Untick optional offers such as Additional Software.
  • Remove the Online Security extension from every browser to prevent it from being restored.
Remove Online Security extension from the browser
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Warning: Removing system files or Registry entries incorrectly can make Windows unstable. If you are not sure, ask an IT specialist before deleting anything.

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