How to Remove YuuvApp From Your PC

YuuvApp is a rogue app that we categorize as adware because the majority of users who come across it complain about frequent pop-ups and ads on their screens (even when their browsers aren’t open). This is typical adware behavior that generally doesn’t represent a direct threat to your PC.

However, I bet this software got into your system without your knowledge and without you wanting it there. Also, the ads and pop-ups may not be harmful, but they could redirect to unsafe content. Additionally, if you’ve already tried to remove the rogue app yourself, you’ve probably realized that it won’t go away that easily.

The good news is we have just the instructions that will help you get rid of YuuvApp. We are familiar with this type of adware, and we’ve already encountered and covered some of its earlier iterations – rogue apps like BivaApp and TroxApp. They all come from the same creators and share many similarities, which is why we are confident that our removal guide will help you delete this adware from your PC.

YuuvApp Removal Instructions

Removing YuuvApp from your computer requires precision and thoroughness. This is a stubborn piece of malware that digs deep into your system to create helper files and instructions that make it difficult to remove in full. That is why you must strictly follow each of the steps shown below in the exact order they are given.

SUMMARY:

Name	YuuvApp
Type	Adware
Detection Tool

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How to Uninstall YuuvApp

First, gather the right tools. To complete the steps in this guide, you’ll need a free app called Lock Hunter, I know that some users prefer not to download anything, but in this case, there’s no going around it.

Lock Hunter identifies what’s locking a file or folder so you can then unlock and delete it. This tool is non-negotiable. Just download it from the provided link above and install it to use in later steps.

Step 1

Start by identifying suspicious programs. Open the Start Menu. Type “Apps & Features” and sort the list by installation date.

Look closely. Anything unfamiliar or installed around the time adware appeared? Uninstall it. Removing unneeded and potentially unwanted apps is crucial.

Obviously, if you see YuuvApp itself, uninstall it too.

Step 2

Next, reveal hidden files because YuuvApp hides its data well: Type “Folder Options” in the Start Menu, press Enter, and go to the View tab. Select “Show hidden files, folders, and drives” and confirm by clicking OK.

Step 3

Now, attempt to delete the YuuvApp folder. Navigate to this directory:
C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Roaming\ and look for a folder named YuuvApp, Troxbox Publish, or any other suspiciously-named folder.

If you find anything looks out of place, delete it. If the folder is there, delete it. If blocked, use Lock Hunter:

Right-click the folder. Select “What’s locking this folder?” and then select Delete in the Lock Hunter window that opens.

This step is critical. It’s where you remove YuuvApp’s core files. Don’t let the hassle deter you. Completing this step is necessary for success.

Step 4

Next, check the Task Scheduler. YuuvApp might reinstall itself through scheduled tasks.

Open the Start Menu, type “Task Scheduler”, and look for unfamiliar tasks in the Task Scheduler Library folder.

Right-click tasks that seem questionable and go to Properties. Check the Actions tab. If anything points to AppData or Roaming, it’s suspicious. Disable or delete the task.

The Task Scheduler is a key area. Missing something here might mean YuuvApp returns. Don’t overlook this.

Step 5

Clear the Temp folder next. YuuvApp might have left files there. Type “%Temp%” into the Start Menu and hit Enter.

Delete everything inside the Temp folder. Those are all temporary files so it’s okay to remove them all, including ones not related to the adware.

Step 6

Time to delve into the Registry. YuuvApp hides there too.

Open the Registry Editor by typing regedit in the Start Menu and running the first result as Administrator.

Press Ctrl + F and search for “YuuvApp.” Delete any related keys. Search again to see if there are other related entries and delete them too.

Do the same with “Troxbox” as your search word. Troxbox Publish is one of the names used by the creators of this family of adware.

However, be careful when deleting anything in the Registry Editor. The Registry is sensitive and removing the wrong key can cause problems. Focus on YuuvApp and Troxbox-related entries.

Also manually navigate to these registry keys and delete any related entries:

• HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\{6FF75648-4DBA-42BE-8DFD-42733DFEB882}
• HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Installer\Folders\C:\Users\alejc\AppData\Roaming\Troxbox Publish\TroxApp\
• HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Installer\Folders\C:\Users\alejc\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Installer\{6FF75648-4DBA-42BE-8DFD-42733DFEB882}\
• HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Troxbox Publish\TroxApp
• HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\bam\State\UserSettings\S-1-5-21-2711832992-2010773812-3919415913-1001\\Device\HarddiskVolume3\Users\alejc\AppData\Roaming\Troxbox Publish\TroxApp\UnRAR.exe
• HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Services\bam\State\UserSettings\S-1-5-21-2711832992-2010773812-3919415913-1001\\Device\HarddiskVolume3\Users\alejc\AppData\Roaming\Troxbox Publish\TroxApp\rnpkeys.exe

Be careful. The Registry isn’t a place to make mistakes. However, deleting these entries is crucial. YuuvApp won’t be completely gone until you’ve cleaned up the Registry. Every trace must be removed.

How to Get Rid of YuuvApp Chrome Policies

Check your browser next. YuuvApp might have changed settings there too. Type chrome://management/ into Chrome’s address bar (for other browsers like Edge or Brave, simply change “Chrome” with their names when typing the management URL address).

If it says “Managed by your organization” anywhere on that page, there’s more work to do:

Step 1

Open the Group Policy Editor by typing “Edit Group Policy” in the Start Menu.

Expand Computer Configuration, right-click Administrative Templates, and go to Add/Remove Templates. Remove anything in the next window that wasn’t added by you.

Step 2

If this doesn’t work, use the Chrome Policy Remover. It’s another free tool that we recommend for such situations. Simply download it and run it as Administrator.

Don’t worry if Windows gives you a warning, it’s a safe app. Just click More Info > Run Anyway and an automatic script will be executed that will delete any remaining Chrome policies.

Remove the YuuvApp Adware

Lastly, clean up any residual browser settings.

Go to chrome://settings/ (if you are using a different browser, just replace “Chrome” with its name).

Navigate to Privacy and Security and clear your browsing data for a time period that predates the adware’s arrival. Just remember to leave passwords intact or you’ll have to re-enter for all your online accounts.

Also check Site Settings in the Privacy and Security tab. Examine the URLs in the Allow section for each permission type and if you see anything unfamiliar there, delete it without hesitation.

Also look at your search engines, homepage, and startup URLs. Delete anything unfamiliar and make sure that your browser’s default search engine is something reliable like Google or Bing.

Remember to review your extensions too and remove any that seem suspicious. This final cleanup is vital. It ensures YuuvApp’s complete removal from your browser.

Good job, you completed the guide, and now I am pretty sure that the rogue app should no longer be in your PC or have any effect on your browser.

That said, if the adware still seems to be in your system, you should definitely give a try to the recommended anti-malware tool we’ve posted on this page.