How to remove Palladium Pro

What is Palladium Pro

Palladium Pro is classified as rogue security software, also known as scareware. Its design mimics that of legitimate antivirus software, but instead of providing protection, it exploits users’ fears of viruses and malware to manipulate them into purchasing a “full version” of the software. This full version is purported to remove non-existent threats that the software claims to have detected on the user’s computer. In reality, Palladium Pro offers no real security benefits and can significantly hinder system performance, potentially introduce additional malware, and compromise personal and financial information. Once installed, Palladium Pro undertakes a series of actions to convince the user of its legitimacy and the presence of threats on their computer. It performs fake scans that falsely report numerous viruses, spyware, and other security threats. Users are bombarded with continuous pop-up alerts and warnings about their system’s security. Palladium Pro may disable legitimate antivirus software, alter system settings, and block access to certain programs or the internet. Its ultimate goal is financial gain, prompting users to purchase a full version to remove the detected threats, which in reality, do not exist.

How Palladium Pro infected your computer

Palladium Pro’s infection methods are diverse, exploiting various channels to gain unauthorized access to users’ computers. It can enter systems by exploiting vulnerabilities in outdated software or operating systems. Visiting compromised websites or downloading infected software can also lead to unintentional installation. Users might receive emails that seem to be from legitimate sources, urging them to download an attachment or click on a link that installs Palladium Pro. Additionally, pop-up messages or security alerts falsely claiming the user’s system is at risk can persuade users to install this rogue software.

1. Download Palladium Pro Removal Tool
2. Remove/Uninstall Palladium Pro from Control Panel
3. Cannot remove/uninstall Palladium Pro using standard methods
4. Remove Palladium Pro files, folders, and registry keys
5. Block pop-ups promoting Palladium Pro
6. How to protect from threats, like Palladium Pro

Remove Palladium Pro manually for free

Here is a manual step-by-step tutorial for full Palladium Pro removal from your computer. This works 99% and was checked with the latest versions of Palladium Pro installer on operating systems with the latest updates and browser versions. Removing Palladium Pro and mitigating its effects require a careful approach. Starting the computer in Safe Mode prevents Palladium Pro from launching, which is crucial for carrying out the removal process. Using reputable antivirus or anti-malware software to scan the system thoroughly can detect and remove Palladium Pro. In some cases, manual removal may be necessary, involving the deletion of files, directories, and registry entries associated with Palladium Pro.

Remove Palladium Pro from Control Panel

To start removing Palladium Pro, you should remove it using Control Panel. It should uninstall correctly, however, we recommend you to use IObit Uninstaller to clean leftover items after uninstalling. Here are instructions for Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, and Windows 11.

Remove Palladium Pro from Windows XP:

1. Click on Start button.
2. Choose Control Panel.
3. Click Add or Remove Programs.
4. Find Palladium Pro.
5. Click Uninstall.

Remove Palladium Pro from Windows 7:

1. Click Start button.
2. Then go to Control Panel.
3. Click Uninstall a Program.
4. Find Palladium Pro and click Uninstall.

Remove Palladium Pro from Windows 8:

1. Hover mouse pointer to the bottom-right corner to see Menu.
2. Click Search.
3. After that, click Apps.
4. Then Control Panel.
5. Click Uninstall a Program under Programs.
6. Find Palladium Pro, click Uninstall.

Remove Palladium Pro from Windows 10:

There are 2 ways to uninstall Palladium Pro from Windows 10

Way one

1. Click on the Start button.
2. In opened menu, choose Settings.
3. Click on the System tile.
4. Click Apps & features and locate Palladium Pro in the list.
5. Click on it and then click Uninstall button near it.

Way two (classic)

1. Right-click on the Start button.
2. In opened menu, choose Programs and Features.
3. Locate Palladium Pro in the list.
4. Click on it and then click Uninstall button above.

Remove Palladium Pro from Windows 11:

1. Right-click on the Start button.
2. In opened menu, choose Settings.
3. Click on the Apps tab on the left side.
4. Click Apps & features and locate Palladium Pro in the list.
5. Click on 3-dots icon near it and then click Uninstall button near it.
6. Depending on the type of application (Windows Store app or classic Win32 app) it will be removed immediately, or you will need to confirm the action and go through the standard uninstall procedure.

Cannot uninstall Palladium Pro

In some cases, Palladium Pro won’t uninstall and gives you a message, that “You do not have sufficient access to uninstall Palladium Pro. Please, contact your system administrator” when you try to remove it from Control Panel or “Access denied” error when removing Palladium Pro folder and files. This happens because some file or service does not allow you to do it. In this case, I will recommend you to use SpyHunter 5 or Malwarebytes or uninstall Palladium Pro in Safe Mode. To boot in Safe Mode, do the following:

1. Reboot your computer.
2. While it starts booting, press F8 button.
3. This will open Advanced Boot Options menu.
4. Choose Safe Mode and wait until Windows loads.
5. Go to Control Panel > Uninstall a program and remove Palladium Pro.

>> See detailed instructions and video tutorial on how to boot in Safe Mode

Remove files, folders, and registry keys of Palladium Pro

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How to block ads and pop-ups, offering to download Palladium Pro

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