FAQ

What is the "Restore Runs" option in Scrubit?

Under the menu options in Scrubit is an option labeled "Restore Runs." This option will return auto running processes written to the registry from a previous Scrubit cleaning. This allows you to remove annoying startup programs that you would prefer to launch as needed. This option is also used to stop auto-running badware that follows the rules of good behavior in order to bypass discovery by behavior-based security products.

Restore Runs gives you a choice of 5 "Undo" backups. If you are missing something you want to auto-start at logon, click this menu option and choose an "Undo" number. It will immediately return all the running components from the Undo groups you chose. After a restart you should have the auto-starting components restored. The program you wish to auto-start should now be working. If it does not launch choose a different Undo number and restart your computer until the expected program is returned.

This mode should not be used without first creating a safelist.