Remove Memu-Installer.exe from PC

Easy methods to delete Memu-Installer.exe

Memu-Installer.exe is an executable file that users might download and install from the internet. The main aim of Android emulator software is to allow users to play Android games on windows machine. It is common as they allow to bypass platforms restrictions easily. Once executed, first of all it will make the PC highly risky by inactive system security and privacy like task manager, control panel and antivirus program.

According to Memu-Installer.exe developers, the software allows users to enjoy Android games on windows computer for free and possesses multiple advantages: MEmu allows you to run millions of Android games on your computer, and it has loads of functionality and advantages that will greatly improve the gamer’s enjoyment, such as customizable keymapping, multiple instances, macro keys, operation recorder, etc.

As mentioned above, fake version can be spread on all malicious websites so Memu-Installer.exe virus is a real threat. Therefore, by having system infected with this type of malware users may become victims of identity theft, lose access to personal accounts, suffer monetary loss and also experience serious problems related to online privacy etc. So, it is advised to download the installers only from official websites.

Distribution methods of Memu-Installer.exe:

Typically, cyber hackers distribute malicious software through untrustworthy file download channels, Trojans, software cracking tools, fake updating tools and email spam campaigns. All methods are discussed broadly. Cracking tools are illegal programs that can be used to activate licensed software for free. They are also designed to infect system with high risk malware. Fake updating tools can cause damage either by installing malware instead of updates or by exploiting bugs or flaws of outdated programs.

Trojans are malicious programs that can infect PC only if when they are installed on them. Once installed, they can cause installation of additional malware. Another way to distribute malicious programs is to send emails that contain malicious attachments to the recipients. The main aim of such email is to trick user into opening malicious file that is designed to install malware. Untrustworthy file download sources spread malware by disguising them as legitimate.

How to avoid installation of malware?

First of all irrelevant emails should not be opened especially when such emails are sent from suspicious addresses. It is recommended to use only official and trustworthy websites for downloading and installing any software. The most important thing keeps all installed software updated and activated (if needed) by using tools or functions recommended by genuine developers. Avoid using cracking tools since they are often used to proliferate malicious or unwanted programs. Always install reputable antivirus software and keep them up-to-date to avoid lots of infections. Further, to remove Memu-Installer.exe from the system, users are highly advised to use some reliable anti-malware removal tool.

Quick Glance

Name: Memu-Installer.exe

Threat Type: Android malware, malicious application, banking Trojan.

Symptoms: The device is running slow, system settings are modified without user’s permission, questionable applications appear, data and battery usage is increased significantly, browsers redirect to questionable websites, intrusive advertisements are delivered.

Distribution methods: Infected email attachments, malicious online advertisements, social engineering, deceptive applications, scam websites.

Damage: Stolen personal information (private messages, logins/passwords, etc.), decreased device performance, slow down Internet speed, huge data losses, monetary losses, stolen identity (malicious apps might abuse communication apps).

Removal: To eliminate malware infections our security researchers recommend scanning your device with legitimate anti-malware software.

Antimalware Details And User Guide

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Important Note: This malware asks you to enable the web browser notifications. So, before you go the manual removal process, execute these steps.

Google Chrome (PC)

• Go to right upper corner of the screen and click on three dots to open the Menu button
• Select “Settings”. Scroll the mouse downward to choose “Advanced” option
• Go to “Privacy and Security” section by scrolling downward and then select “Content settings” and then “Notification” option
• Find each suspicious URLs and click on three dots on the right side and choose “Block” or “Remove” option

Google Chrome (Android)

• Go to right upper corner of the screen and click on three dots to open the menu button and then click on “Settings”
• Scroll down further to click on “site settings” and then press on “notifications” option
• In the newly opened window, choose each suspicious URLs one by one
• In the permission section, select “notification” and “Off” the toggle button

Mozilla Firefox

• On the right corner of the screen, you will notice three dots which is the “Menu” button
• Select “Options” and choose “Privacy and Security” in the toolbar present in the left side of the screen
• Slowly scroll down and go to “Permission” section then choose “Settings” option next to “Notifications”
• In the newly opened window, select all the suspicious URLs. Click on the drop-down menu and select “Block”

Internet Explorer

• In the Internet Explorer window, select the Gear button present on the right corner
• Choose “Internet Options”
• Select “Privacy” tab and then “Settings” under the “Pop-up Blocker” section
• Select all the suspicious URLs one by one and click on the “Remove” option

Microsoft Edge

• Open the Microsoft Edge and click on the three dots on the right corner of the screen to open the menu
• Scroll down and select “Settings”
• Scroll down further to choose “view advanced settings”
• In the “Website Permission” option, click on “Manage” option
• Click on switch under every suspicious URL

Safari (Mac):

• On the upper right side corner, click on “Safari” and then select “Preferences”
• Go to “website” tab and then choose “Notification” section on the left pane
• Search for the suspicious URLs and choose “Deny” option for each one of them

Manual Steps to Remove Memu-Installer.exe:

Remove the related items of Memu-Installer.exe using Control-Panel

Windows 7 Users

Click “Start” (the windows logo at the bottom left corner of the desktop screen), select “Control Panel”. Locate the “Programs” and then followed by clicking on “Uninstall Program”

Windows XP Users

Click “Start” and then choose “Settings” and then click “Control Panel”. Search and click on “Add or Remove Program’ option

Windows 10 and 8 Users:

Go to the lower left corner of the screen and right-click. In the “Quick Access” menu, choose “Control Panel”. In the newly opened window, choose “Program and Features”

Mac OSX Users

Click on “Finder” option. Choose “Application” in the newly opened screen. In the “Application” folder, drag the app to “Trash”. Right click on the Trash icon and then click on “Empty Trash”.

In the uninstall programs window, search for the PUAs. Choose all the unwanted and suspicious entries and click on “Uninstall” or “Remove”.

After you uninstall all the potentially unwanted program causing Memu-Installer.exe issues, scan your computer with an anti-malware tool for any remaining PUPs and PUAs or possible malware infection. To scan the PC, use the recommended the anti-malware tool.

How to Remove Adware (Memu-Installer.exe) from Internet Browsers

Delete malicious add-ons and extensions from IE

Click on the gear icon at the top right corner of Internet Explorer. Select “Manage Add-ons”. Search for any recently installed plug-ins or add-ons and click on “Remove”.

Additional Option

If you still face issues related to Memu-Installer.exe removal, you can reset the Internet Explorer to its default setting.

Windows XP users: Press on “Start” and click “Run”. In the newly opened window, type “inetcpl.cpl” and click on the “Advanced” tab and then press on “Reset”.

Windows Vista and Windows 7 Users: Press the Windows logo, type inetcpl.cpl in the start search box and press enter.  In the newly opened window, click on the “Advanced Tab” followed by “Reset” button.

For Windows 8 Users: Open IE and click on the “gear” icon. Choose “Internet Options”

Select the “Advanced” tab in the newly opened window

Press on “Reset” option

You have to press on the “Reset” button again to confirm that you really want to reset the IE

Remove Doubtful and Harmful Extension from Google Chrome

Go to menu of Google Chrome by pressing on three vertical dots and select on “More tools” and then “Extensions”. You can search for all the recently installed add-ons and remove all of them.

Optional Method

If the problems related to Memu-Installer.exe still persists or you face any issue in removing, then it is advised that your reset the Google Chrome browse settings. Go to three dotted points at the top right corner and choose “Settings”. Scroll down bottom and click on “Advanced”.

At the bottom, notice the “Reset” option and click on it.

In the next opened window, confirm that you want to reset the Google Chrome settings by click on the “Reset” button.

Remove Memu-Installer.exe plugins (including all other doubtful plug-ins) from Firefox Mozilla

Open the Firefox menu and select “Add-ons”. Click “Extensions”.  Select all the recently installed browser plug-ins.

Optional Method

If you face problems in Memu-Installer.exe removal then you have the option to rese the settings of Mozilla Firefox.

Open the browser (Mozilla Firefox) and click on the “menu” and then click on “Help”.

Choose “Troubleshooting Information”

In the newly opened pop-up window, click “Refresh Firefox” button

The next step is to confirm that really want to reset the Mozilla Firefox settings to its default by clicking on “Refresh Firefox” button.

Remove Malicious Extension from Safari

Open the Safari and go to its “Menu” and select “Preferences”.

Click on the “Extension” and select all the recently installed “Extensions” and then click on “Uninstall”.

Optional Method

Open the “Safari” and go menu. In the drop-down menu, choose “Clear History and Website Data”.

In the newly opened window, select “All History” and then press on “Clear History” option.

Delete Memu-Installer.exe (malicious add-ons) from Microsoft Edge

Open Microsoft Edge and go to three horizontal dot icons at the top right corner of the browser. Select all the recently installed extensions and right click on the mouse to “uninstall”

Optional Method

Open the browser (Microsoft Edge) and select “Settings”

Next steps is to click on “Choose what to clear” button

Click on “show more” and then select everything and then press on “Clear” button.

Conclusion

In most cases, the PUPs and adware gets inside the marked PC through unsafe freeware downloads. It is advised that you should only choose developers website only while downloading any kind of free applications.  Choose custom or advanced installation process so that you can trace the additional PUPs listed for installation along with the main program.