# Stop Vanguard sc stop vgc "C:\Program Files\Riot Vanguard\vgc.exe" /uninstall Delete leftover Vanguard folders rmdir /s /q "C:\Program Files\Riot Vanguard" rmdir /s /q "%ProgramData%\Riot Games" Reset network netsh winsock reset netsh int ip reset Restart PC shutdown /r /t 5

VALORANT CLEANER.bat promises to do all of that in .

If you have spent any time in the trenches of VALORANT tech support—scouring Reddit threads, Discord servers, or YouTube tutorials—you have likely encountered a mysterious file named VALORANT CLEANER.bat .

Stay vigilant, and good luck on the server.

To the average player facing a frustrating Vanguard error (Van 1067, Van 152, or the dreaded "Secure Boot" loop), this file sounds like a lifeline. It promises to wipe away corrupted files, reset network stacks, and get you back into a Competitive match in minutes.

| Command | What it does | Red Flag? | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | del /f /s /q C:\* | Deletes everything on C drive. | | | format D: | Wipes your hard drive. | Extreme Risk | | reg delete HKLM /f | Deletes entire Windows registry. | Extreme Risk | | certutil -urlcache | Downloads a file from the internet. | Moderate Risk | | start /b hidden.exe | Runs a hidden executable. | High Risk | | powershell calling a URL | Downloads script from web. | High Risk | Step 3: Check for Obfuscation A legitimate cleaner is readable text. If you see:

But what exactly is this script? Is it safe? Can it get you banned? And should you use it instead of the official Riot Games repair tool?