Virus & Malware Removal in Clearwater

Our standard rate is $75 per hour during business hours. Most virus removal takes 1-2 hours. After-hours service is $125/hour. We don't charge extra for "difficult" infections - the hourly rate covers everything.

Sometimes. It depends on the specific ransomware variant. Some older variants have been cracked, and we may be able to decrypt files. For newer variants, we focus on removing the infection and restoring from backups if available. We never recommend paying the ransom.

In most cases, no. We prioritize preserving your data. However, some severe infections may have already damaged files. We always back up important data before starting removal when possible.

Common sources include: email attachments, fake software downloads, malicious websites, outdated software with security holes, and bundled software from free downloads. We'll help you understand what happened and how to avoid it in the future.

Free antivirus provides basic protection but often lacks advanced features like ransomware protection, real-time web filtering, and email scanning. We can recommend appropriate protection based on your needs and budget.

Keep your operating system and software updated, use reputable antivirus software, be cautious with email attachments and downloads, avoid clicking suspicious links, and use strong unique passwords. We provide personalized security advice during our visit.