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How to remove Meme Finder adware

Also Known As: Ads by Meme Finder
Type: Adware
Damage level: Medium

What kind of software is Meme Finder?

We have discovered the Meme Finder application on a deceptive website encouraging us to "download and install recommended Chrome extension". After examining this app, we have learned that it generates advertisements (operates as adware). It is described as an app allowing users to search and discover hilarious memes, photos, videos.

Meme Finder adware

Meme Finder adware in detail

Typically, adware generates unwanted banners, coupons, pop-ups, or other types of ads. Moreover, those ads promote questionable websites, applications, various scams, etc. The same applies to Meme Finder. Also, ads generated by Meme Finder may be used to distribute shady apps - they can cause unwanted downloads or installations.

Additionally, our team has noticed that Meme Finder can read and change data on all websites. This app may be used to gather browsing-related and similar data. Its developers may misuse collected data for marketing and other purposes.

Threat Summary:
Name Ads by Meme Finder
Threat Type Adware
Symptoms Your computer becomes slower than normal, you see unwanted pop-up ads, you are redirected to dubious websites.
Distribution methods Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake Flash Player installers, torrent file downloads.
Damage Internet browser tracking (potential privacy issues), display of unwanted ads, redirects to dubious websites, loss of private information.
Malware Removal (Windows)

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More about adware

Advertising-supported applications can promote fake search engines: they can hijack web browsers by changing their settings (the default search engine, homepage, new tab page). Thus, it is strongly recommended not to have adware installed/added on browsers in all cases. More adware examples are Ask Ali, Page darker, External Links Tool.

How did adware install on my computer?

It is known that the installer for Meme Finder is distributed using a deceptive website. This app gets installed after downloading and executing that installer. It is worth mentioning that adware can be bundled with other software and distributed using shady ads.

Downloaders and installers used to distribute adware gave "Custom", "Advanced", or other settings. Adware gets downloaded or installed when downloads and installations are finished without changing those settings (deselecting unwanted apps).

How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?

Download applications and files from trustworthy sources (official websites and platforms, direct links). Deselect unwanted apps before downloading and installing programs (it can be achieved by changing the settings in downloaders and installers). Do not click on advertisements displayed by shady websites and installed untrustworthy apps.

If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.

Shady website offering to install Meme Finder:

meme finder adware deceptive download page

Official download page for Meme Finder:

meme finder adware official page

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Quick menu:

Adware removal:

Windows 11 users:

Accessing Apps and Features in Windows 11

Right-click on the Start icon, select Apps and Features. In the opened window search for the application you want to uninstall, after locating it, click on the three vertical dots and select Uninstall.

Windows 10 users:

Accessing Programs and Features (uninstall) in Windows 8

Right-click in the lower left corner of the screen, in the Quick Access Menu select Control Panel. In the opened window choose Programs and Features.

Windows 7 users:

Accessing Programs and Features (uninstall) in Windows 7

Click Start (Windows Logo at the bottom left corner of your desktop), choose Control Panel. Locate Programs and click Uninstall a program.

macOS (OSX) users:

Uninstall app in OSX (Mac)

Click Finder, in the opened screen select Applications. Drag the app from the Applications folder to the Trash (located in your Dock), then right click the Trash icon and select Empty Trash.

Meme Finder adware uninstall via Control Panel

In the uninstall programs window, look for any unwanted applications, select these entries and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".

After uninstalling the unwanted application, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.

Remove adware from Internet browsers:

Video showing how to remove unwanted browser add-ons:

Google Chrome logoRemove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

Removing Meme Finder adware from Google Chrome step 1

Click the Chrome menu icon Google Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "More tools" and click "Extensions". Locate "Meme Finder" and other all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons and remove them.

Removing Meme Finder adware from Google Chrome step 2

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by meme finder, reset your Google Chrome browser settings. Click the Chrome menu icon Google Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome) and select Settings. Scroll down to the bottom of the screen. Click the Advanced… link.

Google Chrome settings reset step 1

After scrolling to the bottom of the screen, click the Reset (Restore settings to their original defaults) button.

Google Chrome settings reset step 2

In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Google Chrome settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

Google Chrome settings reset step 3

Mozilla Firefox logoRemove malicious plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox:

Removing Meme Finder adware from Mozilla Firefox step 1

Click the Firefox menu firefox menu icon (at the top right corner of the main window), select "Add-ons". Click "Extensions", in the opened window, remove all recently-installed suspicious browser plug-ins.

Removing Meme Finder adware from Mozilla Firefox step 2

Optional method:

Computer users who have problems with ads by meme finder removal can reset their Mozilla Firefox settings.

Open Mozilla Firefox, at the top right corner of the main window, click the Firefox menu, firefox menu icon in the opened menu, click Help.

Accessing settings (Reset Firefox to default settings step 1)

Select Troubleshooting Information.

Accessing Troubleshooting Information (Reset Firefox to default settings step 2)

In the opened window, click the Refresh Firefox button.

Clicking on Refresh Firefox button (Reset Firefox to default settings step 3)

In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Mozilla Firefox settings to default by clicking the Refresh Firefox button.

Confirm your want to reset Firefox settings to default (Reset Firefox to default settings step 4)

safari browser logoRemove malicious extensions from Safari:

removing adware from safari step 1 - accessing preferences

Make sure your Safari browser is active, click Safari menu, and select Preferences....

removing adware from safari step 2 - removing extensions

In the opened window click Extensions, locate any recently installed suspicious extension, select it and click Uninstall.

Optional method:

Make sure your Safari browser is active and click on Safari menu. From the drop down menu select Clear History and Website Data...

resetting safari step 1

In the opened window select all history and click the Clear History button.

resetting safari step 2

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) logoRemove malicious extensions from Microsoft Edge:

Removing adware from Microsoft Edge step 1

Click the Edge menu icon Microsoft Edge (chromium) menu icon (at the upper-right corner of Microsoft Edge), select "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons and click "Remove" below their names.

Removing adware from Microsoft Edge step 2

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by meme finder, reset your Microsoft Edge browser settings. Click the Edge menu icon Microsoft Edge (chromium) menu icon (at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge) and select Settings.

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) reset step 1

In the opened settings menu select Reset settings.

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) reset step 2

Select Restore settings to their default values. In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Microsoft Edge settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

Microsoft Edge (Chromium) reset step 3

  • If this did not help, follow these alternative instructions explaining how to reset the Microsoft Edge browser.

Summary:

declining installation of adware while downloading free software sampleCommonly, adware or potentially unwanted applications infiltrate Internet browsers through free software downloads. Note that the safest source for downloading free software is via developers' websites only. To avoid installation of adware, be very attentive when downloading and installing free software. When installing previously-downloaded free programs, choose the custom or advanced installation options – this step will reveal any potentially unwanted applications listed for installation together with your chosen free program.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What harm can adware cause?

Typically, adware slows down a computer and diminishes the web browsing experience. In some cases, it invaded privacy.

What does adware do?

Adware stands for advertising-supported software. It means that software of this type bombards users with unwanted ads. Adware often has additional functionalities: it hijacks web browsers and (or) gathers various information.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware is monetized by using it as a tool to promote various products, websites, services. In most cases, its developers use affiliate programs as the main source of income.

Will Combo Cleaner remove Meme Finder adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan the operating system and remove adware (including Meme Finder). It is common that when users remove adware manually, files or other components belonging to adware remain in the system even after the removal. Thus, it is recommended to eliminate adware with specialized apps like Combo Cleaner.

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About the author:

Tomas Meskauskas

Tomas Meskauskas - expert security researcher, professional malware analyst.

I am passionate about computer security and technology. I have an experience of over 10 years working in various companies related to computer technical issue solving and Internet security. I have been working as an author and editor for pcrisk.com since 2010. Follow me on Twitter and LinkedIn to stay informed about the latest online security threats. Contact Tomas Meskauskas.

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Malware activity

Global malware activity level today:

Medium threat activity

Increased attack rate of infections detected within the last 24 hours.

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