What is Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe? Safe Process or Virus/Malware? Fix, Remove, & Startup Management

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What is Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe?

Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe is an executable file from Lavasoft Web Companion, typically around 11.75 MB. While the .exe extension indicates an executable file, it's crucial to determine if this specific file is a safe part of the Windows operating system, a legitimate application, or a harmful virus or trojan.

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Is Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe safe, or is it a virus or malware?

To determine if Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe is legitimate or a virus:

1. Check its location: Legitimate Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe should be in C:\Program Files\lavasoft\web companion\application\Lavasoft.AdAware.dll
2. Use Task Manager: Add "Image Path Name" in columns to see file locations.
3. Use Microsoft's Process Explorer: Check "Verified Signer" status for each process. If it says "Unable to Verify," further investigation is needed. Not all legitimate processes have a verified signature, but no bad processes do.

The most important facts about Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe:

• Located in C:\Program Files\lavasoft\web companion\application subfolder;
• Publisher: Lavasoft
• Full Path: C:\Program Files\lavasoft\web companion\application\Lavasoft.AdAware.dll
• Help file:
• Publisher URL: www.Lavasoft.com
• Uninstaller: "C:\Program Files\Lavasoft\Web Companion\Application\Installer.exe" --uninstall
• Language:
• MD5 Hash: 422f03919e6c08f9cff4d58aeff7cbbe
• % of Users that remove it: 19%
• User Rating: Good
• Known to be up to 11.75 MB in size.
  

If you're experiencing issues with Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe, verify its trustworthiness by checking its location and size in Task Manager (should be in C:\Program Files\lavasoft\web companion\application). If you suspect a virus, use a security application like Malwarebytes to remove it.

Not all tools detect every malware, so multiple attempts might be necessary. If the virus hinders the removal, boot into Safe Mode with Networking for a more secure environment, allowing you to run a security scan and thoroughly analyze your system.

 

Can I remove or delete Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe?

19% of people remove this file, so it may be harmless.

Do not delete a safe executable file as it might affect associated programs. Always keep your software updated to avoid issues with corrupted files. Regularly check for driver and software updates.

To confirm the safety of suspicious files, use a system analysis tool like Fortect. If identified as malicious, these tools can remove the malware. If the Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe file is not harmful and needs to be removed, use its uninstaller located at "C:\Program Files\Lavasoft\Web Companion\Application\Installer.exe" --uninstall or the Add/Remove Program function in the Windows Control Panel.

• 1. In the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then under Programs:
  o Windows Vista/7/8.1/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
  o Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.

• 2. When you find the program Web Companion, click it, and then:
  o Windows Vista/7/8.1/10: Click Uninstall.
  o Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).

• 3. Follow the prompts to remove Web Companion.

 

 

 

Common Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe error messages

The most common Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe errors that can appear are:

• "Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe Application Error."
• "Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe failed."
• "Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience."
• "Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe is not a valid Win32 application."
• "Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe is not running."
• "Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe not found."
• "Cannot find Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe."
• "Error starting program: Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe."
• "Faulting Application Path: Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe."

These .exe error messages can occur during the installation of a program, during the execution of it's associate software program, Web Companion, during the startup or shutdown of Windows, or even during the installation of the Windows operating system. Keeping a record of when and where your Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe error occurs is important information when it comes to troubleshooting.

 

How to fix Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe

To avoid further issues with Web Companion:

1. Regularly perform malware scans.
2. Clean your hard disk with system tools like Disk Cleanup (cleanmgr) and System File Checker (sfc /scannow).
3. Uninstall unnecessary programs.
4. Manage startup programs through Task Manager.
5. Enable automatic system updates.
6. Regularly back up your data or set restore points.

For major issues, use Task Manager and Resource Monitor to diagnose problems. Repair the system using built-in recovery options or the DISM tool, avoiding a full OS reinstallation. Use security software to check for and remove any potential malware.

 

Download or reinstall Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe

It is not recommended to download replacement exe files from any download sites, as these may themselves contain viruses etc. If you need to download or reinstall Ad-Aware Web Companion.exe, then we recommend that you reinstall the main application associated with it Web Companion.

Operating system information

Ad Aware Web Companion.exe errors can occur in any of the following Microsoft Windows operating systems:

• Windows 11
• Windows 10
• Windows 8.1
• Windows 7
• Windows Vista
  

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