What is HPQD_PT.DLL?

The file named HPQD_PT.DLL is developed by an unknown developer. The DLL file is not used by any particular software program and has no proper records associated with it. It is considered to be a potential threat due to lack of security updates. There are no malware or Trojan attacks associated with the file. It is safe to work with unless hijacked. The threat level is 3.

HPQD_PT.DLL is located in c:\windows\system32. The total size of the file and the latest version available is not known. The program is a non-system process and can be disabled without any consequences. Windows operating system is not dependent on the file to work efficiently.

Affected Platforms: Windows OS

How to determine if your computer is infected with HPQD_PT.DLL malware?

Look out for these symptoms to check if your PC is infected with HPQD_PT.DLL malware:

• Unstable internet connection
• HPQD_PT.DLL occupies extra CPU space
• PC processing speed slows down
• Browser often redirects to irrelevant websites
• Browser is bombarded with hordes of popup ads
• Computer screen freezes repeatedly

Take the following steps to diagnose your PC for possible HPQD_PT.DLL malware attack:

Step 1: Simultaneously press CTRL+ALT+DEL keys to open Task Manager.

Step 2: If you notice the file located outside C:\Windows\System32, perform an antivirus scan to get rid of the malware.

How to remove HPQD_PT.DLL malware from system using Comodo Antivirus?

Step 1: Download our award-winning Free Antivirus. 

Step 2: Installation configuration frames will be displayed. Select the configuration you would like to apply.

Step 3: Select Customize Configuration option and arrange installers, configuration, and file location.

Step 4: Restart your PC after the installation gets over

Step 5: Wait for Comodo Internet Security to update the antivirus.

Step 6: Proceed with the quick scan that automatically begins after the update.

Step 7: If threats are found during the scanning, you will be notified through an alert screen.

Step 8: Comodo Antivirus will remove HPQD_PT.DLL malware from your computer including all other malwares!