zCrypt Ransomware Removal Guide

The bad news is that zCrypt Ransomware encrypts all personal files on user’s computer. If you have the malware on your system, it is time to remember when was the last time you made copies of your files or if you have any at all. The cyber criminals who developed the malicious program ask for a rather large sum, and they even threaten to increase it more than four times, if you do not pay it in four days. However, you cannot be sure if they will keep their promises. Other similar threats offer to decrypt a few files as proof that it is possible. Sadly, in this case, the criminals behind zCrypt Ransomware do not provide such services. If you do not want to risk losing your savings, you can eliminate the malware and recover your files from a backup if you have it. The complete removal instructions will be provided at the end of the article.

In fact, the instructions left by the cyber criminals do not even explain how you can contact them or how they will deliver the decryption key. It seems that the text’s purpose is to scare the victims and explain how to pay the ransom. Having this in mind, you should carefully consider if there is a chance that you will obtain the decryption key after you transfer the money. The demanded price is around 1.2 BTC. If you convert it to US dollars, the sum would be approximately $539.

zCrypt Ransomware could be distributed through Spam email. If you launched any suspicious files that you received via email before your data got encrypted, you might have allowed the malware to enter your system. Mostly it drops a few files in the Roaming and Startup directories. Also, it creates a Registry entry in the Run key, which allows the malicious program to auto-start with Windows. Then the malware shows you a fictitious system notification that warns you about some problems. Of course, there is nothing wrong with your computer, except that it was infected with zCrypt Ransomware. The notification stays on your screen until the ransomware encrypts all your data, including pictures, photographs, documents, etc. Files that were locked will have the .zcrypt extension, e.g. photo2.jpg.zcrypt.

It is up to you to decide how to handle this situation, just have it in mind that no one can guarantee you that the cyber criminals who created the infection will give you a decryption key. If you wish to eliminate the malware, there are two possible removal options. The first one is for the experienced users who can delete zCrypt Ransomware manually according to the instructions available at the end of the text. The second option is a bit easier as it includes antimalware software of your choice. A reliable security tool can locate and erase the malware for you. Also, no matter which option you choose, we can help you if you need more guidance. Simply, reach us via social media or write a comment.

Delete zCrypt Ransomware

1. Launch the RUN (Windows key+R).
2. Type regedit and press Enter.
3. Locate the following path: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
4. Find Value Name titled as zcrypt, right-click it and select delete.
5. Close the Registry Editor.
6. Open the Explorer (Windows key+E).
7. Locate given path: C:\Users{user name}\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup
8. Find and delete a file titled as zcrypt.lnk.
9. Go to this directory: C:\Users{user name}\AppData\Roaming
10. Find listed files: zcrypt.exe, btc.addr, public.key.
11. Right-click each of the files given above and select delete.
12. Empty your Recycle bin.