What is VC64Loader.dll?
VC64Loader.dll is part of Search Protect and developed by Search Protect according to the VC64Loader.dll version information.
VC64Loader.dll's description is "Search Protect"
VC64Loader.dll is digitally signed by ClientConnect LTD.
VC64Loader.dll is usually located in the 'C:\PROGRA~2\SearchProtect\SearchProtect\bin\' folder.
Some of the anti-virus scanners at VirusTotal detected VC64Loader.dll.
If you have additional information about the file, please share it with the FreeFixer users by posting a comment at the bottom of this page.
Vendor and version information [?]
The following is the available information on VC64Loader.dll:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Product name | Search Protect |
| Company name | Search Protect |
| File description | Search Protect |
| Internal name | Unknown |
| Original filename | Search Protect Search (R) |
| Product version | 2.18.20.209 |
| File version | 2.18.20.209 |
Here's a screenshot of the file properties when displayed by Windows Explorer:
| Product name | Search Protect |
| Company name | Search Protect |
| File description | Search Protect |
| Internal name | Unknown |
| Original filename | Search Protect Search (R) |
| Product version | 2.18.20.209 |
| File version | 2.18.20.209 |
Digital signatures [?]
VC64Loader.dll has a valid digital signature.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Signer name | ClientConnect LTD |
| Certificate issuer name | VeriSign Class 3 Code Signing 2010 CA |
| Certificate serial number | 173d1f00e27a9d60265b3ab0b87f2ed8 |
VirusTotal report
9 of the 55 anti-virus programs at VirusTotal detected the VC64Loader.dll file. That's a 16% detection rate.
| Scanner | Detection Name |
|---|---|
| AhnLab-V3 | PUP/Win32.SearchProtect |
| AVG | SearchProtect.1DD |
| AVware | Conduit (fs) |
| Baidu-International | Adware.Win32.Conduit.BH |
| ESET-NOD32 | a variant of Win32/ClientConnect.A |
| GData | Win64.Application.SearchProtect.AB@gen |
| McAfee | Artemis!43D93CF6F9BF |
| McAfee-GW-Edition | Artemis |
| VIPRE | Conduit (fs) |
VC64Loader.dll removal instructions
The instructions below shows how to remove VC64Loader.dll with help from the FreeFixer removal tool. Basically, you install FreeFixer, scan your computer, check the VC64Loader.dll file for removal, restart your computer and scan it again to verify that VC64Loader.dll has been successfully removed. Here are the removal instructions in more detail:
- Download and install FreeFixer: http://www.freefixer.com/download.html
- Start FreeFixer and press the Start Scan button. The scan will finish in approximately five minutes.
- When the scan is finished, locate VC64Loader.dll in the scan result and tick the checkbox next to the VC64Loader.dll file. Do not check any other file for removal unless you are 100% sure you want to delete it. Tip: Press CTRL-F to open up FreeFixer's search dialog to quickly locate VC64Loader.dll in the scan result.
C:\PROGRA~2\SearchProtect\SearchProtect\bin\VC64Loader.dll 
- Scroll down to the bottom of the scan result and press the Fix button. FreeFixer will now delete the VC64Loader.dll file.
- Restart your computer.
- Start FreeFixer and scan your computer again. If VC64Loader.dll still remains in the scan result, proceed with the next step. If VC64Loader.dll is gone from the scan result you're done.
- If VC64Loader.dll still remains in the scan result, check its checkbox again in the scan result and click Fix.
- Restart your computer.
- Start FreeFixer and scan your computer again. Verify that VC64Loader.dll no longer appear in the scan result.
Filename variants
VC64Loader.dll may also use other filenames. The most common variants are listed below:
- VCLdr64.dll
- VC64LO~1.DLL
Folder name variants
VC64Loader.dll may also be located in other folders than C:\PROGRA~2\SearchProtect\SearchProtect\bin\. The most common variants are listed below:
- C:\Windows\AppPatch\AppPatch64\
- C:\PROGRA~2\SEARCH~1\SEARCH~1\bin\
Hashes [?]
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| MD5 | 43d93cf6f9bf25801e11634c2ce6c836 |
| SHA256 | cef420612a0da254b0fabe0960e447ff6e902f2552720116be0830985b0f3d26 |
What will you do with VC64Loader.dll?
To help other users, please let us know what you will do with VC64Loader.dll:
What did other users do?
The poll result listed below shows what users chose to do with VC64Loader.dll. 88% have voted for removal. Based on votes from 26 users.
NOTE: Please do not use this poll as the only source of input to determine what you will do with VC64Loader.dll.
Comments
Please share with the other users what you think about this file. What does this file do? Is it legitimate or something that your computer is better without? Do you know how it was installed on your system? Did you install it yourself or did it come bundled with some other software? Is it running smoothly or do you get some error message? Any information that will help to document this file is welcome. Thank you for your contributions.
I'm reading all new comments so don't hesitate to post a question about the file. If I don't have the answer perhaps another user can help you.
Jeremie writes
My screen is completely black and I have a message in the center of the screen. VC64loader.Dll
I cant use my computer please help me...
# 2 Feb 2015, 9:02
Jeremie writes
c:\PROGRA~2\SEARCH~1\SEARCH~1\bin\VC64LO~1.DLL
Do you think It is something I can fix on my own/with a friend or a specialist has to do the job?
# 2 Feb 2015, 15:11
Lois writes
Having same problem too! Screen is completely locked and doesn't allow access. It says LogonUI.exe-BadImage is either not designed to run on windows or contains an error. Try installing the program again using original installation media or contact system administrator or software vendor for support.
The message does not want to close. Please help! My computer is useless!!!
# 25 Mar 2015, 17:23
Lois writes
I was able to start in safe mode. After much time (and frustration!) was able to remove. This is a horrible bit of malware! Doesn't go quietly! Thanks for your help.
# 26 Mar 2015, 9:01
emenex writes
i just want to say thankyou for the freefixer it helps on my computer problem.
# 29 Dec 2015, 19:20
Adriana writes
I've run the scan, but can't find the file. Any advice on how to proceed?
# 4 Jun 2017, 11:26
Rachel Losure writes