AntiVirus Removal Tools & Uninstallers for popular AntiVirus programs

AntiVirus application can often get in the way of opPractice functioning properly, by either blocking the VPN connection, blocking opPractice from connecting to the server or blocking features within opPractice. We therefore recommend removing 3rd party AntiVirus applications and only using Windows Defender – the in-built AntiVirus which, in our opinion, is the best AntiVirus application available.

The Windows Control Panel, ‘Uninstall Programs’ applet usually proves insufficient for un-installing AntiVirus or Security Suite installations, as it leaves unwanted remnants on your PC. It is thus always advisable to use the AntiVirus Removal Tools or AntiVirus Uninstallers for completely removing anti-virus software.

Here is a list of the leading antivirus and security software for Windows with links to the recommended removal tools.

Avast: Use their uninstallation utility AvastClear.

AVG: AVG Uninstaller.

Avira: Avira AntiVir Registry Cleaner Tool will help you clean up all the registry entries left by this anti-virus software after the uninstallation.

BitDefender : Uninstall BitDefender | 32-bit | 64-bit.

Eset NOD32: To remove NOD32 Antivirus from your Windows, simply click on the Eset Removal Tool, click Yes, & wait for the removal confirmation. Also, see ESET AV Remover tool.

Kaspersky: They offer a free utility that helps you to completely remove all Kaspersky Labs products. Download Kaspersky Products Remover.

McAfee: The McAfee Consumer Product Removal tool (MCPR.exe) removes all 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, etc., versions of McAfee products. Use it to completely uninstall McAfee Internet Security. This option should be used, only after you remove your McAfee product through Uninstall Programs.

Symantec (Norton): Use Norton Removal Tool.

Webroot: CleanWDF Tool.