Unknown icons appearing in system tray
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New small icons appear next to the clock, often looking like shields or generic tools.
Symptoms
- New tray icons
- Popups from tray
- Slow startup
Possible Causes
- PUPs
- Adware
- Malware UI
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Hover for Name
See what the program calls itself.
2
Check Task Manager
Look for the matching process and see its file location.
3
Uninstall Unrecognized Apps
Remove anything you don't remember installing.
When to See a Technician
Fake "PC Optimizers" or "Registry Cleaners" often put icons here to nag you for money.
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