Shortcut Virus Remover for Windows
Free Windows 10/11 x64 tool that inspects .lnk files, explains findings, and quarantines items you review.
Shortcut Virus Remover is the catalog name for Shortcut Remover 8.0.0, a free unsigned x64 installer from shortcutremover.com for reviewing suspicious Windows shortcuts.
Editorial description
USB “shortcut virus” reports often start with folders replaced by .lnk files. Shortcut Remover inspects shortcuts on a selected drive, shows the target and arguments, and lets you quarantine reviewed items instead of deleting them immediately. It can restore hidden attributes on files that still exist and, when Microsoft Defender is available, request a verification scan. The publisher states that ordinary shortcuts are not automatically labeled malware.
Version 8.0.0 is a self-contained Inno Setup package for 64-bit Windows 10 and 11. It is not code-signed; Windows may show an unknown-publisher warning. The official SHA-256 is published for verification. This is not a general antivirus product and cannot recreate deleted files. Do not treat every .lnk file as proof of infection.
Features
Quick and full scans
Coverage counters show directories and files processed on the selected drive.
Explainable findings
Each finding shows target, arguments, risk signals, and a recommended action.
Quarantine first
Reviewed items can be quarantined with history before permanent deletion.
Visibility and Defender
Hidden attributes can be restored; Defender verification is optional when available.
