How to remove Potentially Unwanted Applications on Windows

Potentially Unwanted Applications, or PUAs, are programs installed in devices that may pose risks on user security and/or privacy. They do not completely state their function and are often installed without your knowledge.

How does it behave?

• Piggybacks (installs itself) to other legitimate programs during installation
• Displays excessive advertisements
• Collects information without your consent
• Exaggerated or bogus notifications
• Lack of control for users
• Runs processes that consume computer resources
• Difficult to uninstall

How do I get rid of it?

Remove these programs manually:

1. Click the Start , then go to Settings  > Apps > Apps & Features. You can also access it via the shortcut button below:Windows Apps & Features
2. Select the program that matches the descriptions above, then click Uninstall.
3. Remove all PUAs on your Internet browsers.

How do I prevent this from happening?

Enable the Automatically delete potentially unwanted applications feature on your Trend Micro program:

1. Open Trend Micro, then click Settings .
2. Click Security & Tuneup Controls, then click on Scan Preferences.
3. Put a check beside Automatically delete potentially unwanted applications.
4. Click Apply, then click OK to save the changes.

Source : Official Trend Micro Brand
Editor by : BEST Antivirus KBS Team