Avast is one of the most popular antivirus products in the market because it provides real time protection to its users from virus, malwares and other cyber threats that will hamper your PC performance and can also risk your security. But there are times when you have to deal with Avast antivirus error codes. One of the most common error codes that you will come across with Avast is Error 40961.
This error is usually caused by mis-configured system files that create registry errors within your operating system. Registry error occurs when a new program is installed over the old one without the old one being uninstalled. This makes registry piles up and cause error message. The other cause behind the error could be malicious software such as adware, spyware and other virus.
Symptoms of the error message
- You see “Error 40961” and it crashes the active program window.
- Your PC frequently crashes with the error when running the same program.
- Windows start running sluggishly and respond slowly on mouse and keyboard.
- Your PC periodically freezes for a few seconds at a time.
There are different methods to resolve this issue which is mentioned below. You can try them one by one.
Solution 1- Fix the error using RegCure Pro
- Download and run RegCure Pro to fix the error code 40961 Avast error.
- Then install the program and click on Scan button.
- After that click the Fix error button once the scan process gets complete.
- Restart your computer normally to have a check.
Solution 2- Run full system scan using SpyHunter automatically
- Download the removal tool SpyHunter from a genuine site.
- Follow the instruction wizard to complete the installation process.
- Once the installation gets complete, launch SpyHunter and click “malware scan” to perform a full and quick system scan of your computer.
- After system scan, choose select all and then click Remove to free your computer from all threats.
Solution 3- Manually uninstall
- Click the Start button and then go to Control Panel.
- Then click on “Add or Remove program”.
- If you know which program is causing conflict, select it and click “Remove” to uninstall it.
Solution 4- Manually Repair windows registry
- Click Start button and type “Command” in the search box.
- Then while holding Ctrl+ Shift, press enter.
- One the next dialog boxpress”yes”.
- One the black box type “regetit” and hit enter.
- Then in the registry editor select the error code 40961 file that you want to back up.
- From the file menu, click Export and then in the save in list, select the folder where you want to save.
- Then in file name box, type the name of your back up file.
- In Export range box, select “Selected Branch” and click save.
- The next you can manually edit your registry.
To know more on how to edit the registry, please dial us at Avast Phone Number +44-808-101-2159 (Toll- Free) 24 x 7 in UK. We will give you detailed solution for every problem.
