GetPrivate

GetPrivate is a program that creates a Virtual Private Network (VPN) so that the user’s Internet connections go through extremely fast servers. GetPrivate is a proxy program that is supposed to help the user prevent scam, phishing campaigns, and personal data leaks. The program is promoted at getprivate.net, and it is important to note that this program is a legitimate program. GetPrivate may still be detected as insecure because of a bad reputation in the past. It used to be bundled with other freeware programs and some past analyses show that the program exhibited behavior typical of Trojan horse infections. Moreover, it is known that GetPrivate would install free programs without the user’s consent. However, these issues are fixed and computer users can safely use the program.

Unlike some other freeware programs, GetPrivate does not collect any personally identifiable information, only that information that is provided by the user voluntarily. However, in order for the developers of the program to be able to enhance the program, GetPrivate collect information concerning the traffic statistics, VPN usage, internet speed, etc.

GetPrivate may share the information collected with a variety of third parties, including advertisers and affiliates. It is important to note that GetPrivate may enter into a contract with some companies to customize certain messages that the user receives while using the GetPrivate program. Third-parties may employ various third-party techniques to measure the effectiveness of their advertisements, and these techniques include, but are not limited to, cookies, javascript, and web beacons.

GetPrivate is not associated with third parties and their activities, which means that your interaction with third parties is your own responsibility. If you have installed GetPrivate by accident and have no intention of using this program, you can easily remove it from the computer. Below you will find our step-by-step instructions that will help you uninstall GetPrivate, or any other program that has its uninstaller.

Bear in mind that it is also very important to keep the computer protected against malware and spyware, and you can do so only with a reputable security program. If you do not own any reputable anti-malware program, it is time to consider implementing one so that you can avoid harmful programs. In case you have any questions concerning your online security or the removal of GetPrivate, feel free to leave a question below in the comment box.

How to remove GetPrivate

Windows Vista and Windows 7

1. Click Start.
2. Select Control Panel.
3. Click Uninstall a program.
4. Uninstall GetPrivate.

Windows XP

1. Click Start.
2. Click Control Panel.
3. Select Add or Remove Programs.
4. Uninstall the unwanted program.

Windows 8

1. Move the mouse pointer to the right edge of the screen.
2. Select Settings when the Charm bar appears.
3. Click Uninstall a program.
4. Remove GetPrivate.