What is Uninstall Helper?
By W3i, LLC
What is it?
Uninstall Helper is part of the W3i InstallIQ bundleware application designed to monitor and keep W3i installed applications up to date. Uninstall Helper is included as an option with all W3i InstallIQ installations. Uninstall Helper the software updater program which runs in the background of Windows and automatically starts up when your PC boots. It checks for software udpates and automatically downloads and installs them if found.
Why should I uninstall Uninstall Helper?
Uninstall Helper is part of the software bundler installer by W3i. If not being actively used, Uninstall Helper should be disabled from running as it utilizes needed PC resources even when the system is idled. It is configured to auto start and run in the background when your PC boots. It is recommended if you want to continue running Uninstall Helper, you should only use it on demand and start it manually.
Description from W3i, LLC“W3i, is a network of application companies, that support each other. Publishers increase revenue by offering relevant applications during their installation process. Advertisers increase distribution by paying network publishers to include their application as an offer during installation. Users benefit as they receive quality applications for free or at reduced prices. The W3i Application Network uses InstallIQ, W3i's proprietary Windows installation manager, the first installer to be certified in the TRUSTe Trusted Download Program. W3i has distributed over 300 million applications since its inception. It now averages 9 million installations each month.”
Publisher about URL: http://www.installiqlearnmore.com/installiq_updater_help.html
Other programs by W3i, LLC
- InstallIQ Updater
- Video Saver
- MusicOasis
- FlipToast
- Music Oasis
- VideoBuzz
- Living 3D Dolphin
- Snowy Scene Screensaver
About W3i, LLC
W3i developes a product called InstallIQ that allows software publishers montize software distribution by co-installed bundled software as well as interapp advertising.
More about W3i, LLC...W3i, LLC web site: www.w3i.com
Files installed by W3i, LLC
- uninstallhelper.exe (Uninstall Helper by W3i)
- intunemp3.exe (InstallIQ Installation Utility by W3i)
- netassistant.dll (Freeze.com NetAssistant by W3i)
- installiqupdater.exe (InstallIQ Updater by W3i LLC)
W3i, LLC policies
The following can be found in W3i, LLC's privacy policies and terms of service:
“By providing your e-mail address, and choosing to receive our Offers, you agree to receive e-mails from us. Should you have any questions or concerns,”
How to Automatically Uninstall Uninstall Helper (with Boost)
If you you do not have Boost installed yet, download Boost and enjoy your PC.
Open Boost by either double-clicking the Boost icon 
in your notification area next to your PC's clock, or single-clicking the Boost icon and clicking the Open Boost button on the top left of the Boost notification window.
If you are not currently on the My PC screen of the main Boost window, click the My PC tab.
Click the Optimize programs button 
, this will launch the Program Optimization screen.
Locate the program in the list called Uninstall Helper by W3i, LLC. (The program could be listed under any of the section such as Uninstall Recommended, Possible Uninstall, etc. based on how well Uninstall Helper performs on your PC.)
Uninstall Helper by W3i, LLC
To the right of the list item, click the Uninstall 
button and Boost will completely remove Uninstall Helper from your PC.
How to Manually Uninstall Uninstall Helper (with Windows)
Use Add/Remove Programs control panel in Windows makes to uninstall Uninstall Helper. Follow the appropriate instructions below to use this control panel.
Windows 7
From the Start menu, select Control Panel.
In Large or Small icon view, click Programs and Features. If you're using Category view, under "Programs", click Uninstall a program.
Select Uninstall Helper from the list of programs, and click Uninstall. Alternatively, right-click the program and select Uninstall.
Windows Vista
From the Start menu, select Control Panel.
In Classic View, double-click Programs and Features. In Control Panel Home view, under "Programs", click Uninstall a program.
Select Uninstall Helper from the program list, and click Uninstall. Alternatively, right-click the program and select Uninstall.
Windows XP
From the Start menu, select Control Panel.
Click the Add or Remove Programs icon.
Select Uninstall Helper from the list of programs and click Remove.