Should I remove Strongvault Online Backup?
What percent of users and experts removed it?
55% remove it45% keep it
What do people think about it?
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How common is it?
Reach 0.0002%
Versions
| Version | Distribution |
| 5.0.2.34 |
100.00% |
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Strongvault Online Backup
What is Strongvault Online Backup?
Strongvault is the free version of the Stronghold online backup utility. The free version however is typically installed as a bundled product through various modified installers that are known to distribute potentially unwanted applications. While the program itself is not considered adware and provides many useful features, this particular version uses somewhat deceptive methods to install itself on a user's PC (if you do not actively use Strongvault you can safely remove it). Some 3rd party programs that install this include VLC Media Player bundle.
About (from Stronghold.com)
Strongvault makes backup easy with intelligent system scans that locate and secure your important files, even if they are buried deep in your system. With Strongvault, you never need to fuss with complicated setup screens. Strongvault's three-tiered security system provides complete data security and privacy protection... Read more
Overview
When installed, it will add a context menu handler to the Windows shell in order to provide quick access to the program. The main program executable is ClientApi.dll.
- Typically distributed through a pay-per-install bundle
Strongvault Online Backup has been found to be bundled with 3rd party software. If you have not purposefully installed this, you should be safe uninstalling it.
Program details
Displayed publisher: Strongvault Online Backup
URL: www.strongvaultfree.com
Installation folder: C:\Documents and Settings\user\Application Data\Strongvault Online Backup\
Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /I{5E33D30D-D896-4D92-B033-5F45819B2937}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Language: English (United States)
Files installed by Strongvault Online Backup
| Program module: | ClientApi.dll |
| Name: | Stronghold Online Backup |
| SOS.ClientApi |
| Signed by: | Managed Offsite Backup |
| Path: | C:\Documents and Settings\user\Application Data\Strongvault Online Backup\ClientApi.dll |
| MD5: | 55e58677ef4b3509ef64abd2accc7a6e |
| SOS.ClientApi for Strongvault is an ad-supported online backup program that is typically bundled though various third party software installations. StrongVault by StrongHold which markets the exact same software under a different name... |
Additional files:
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ClientApi.dll - Stronghold Online Backup (SOS.ClientApi)
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CtxMenu.dll - Stronghold Online Backup Module
Behaviors exhibited
Context Menu Handler
- CtxMenu.dll added to Windows Explorer under the name 'OnlineProtectMenu' with a class of .
How do I remove Strongvault Online Backup?
You can uninstall Strongvault Online Backup from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program Strongvault Online Backup, click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove Strongvault Online Backup.
USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 55%
Keep it 45%
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MOST USED OS
~99%
Windows 7 (SP1)
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COUNTRY POPULARITY
100.00%
United States
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Geography
100.00% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Hewlett-Packard |
50.00% |
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| Acer |
50.00% |
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About (from Stronghold.com, LLC)
The integrity of the Strongvault system goes beyond simply keeping data safe. You'll find excellence throughout your experience.
Publisher URL: strongvaultfree.com