Removal instructions for the ads delivered by masterofkeeps.xyz website

What kind of page is masterofkeeps[.]xyz?

We discovered the masterofkeeps[.]xyz webpage while researching untrustworthy sites. This rogue page loads deceptive content, pushes browser notification spam, and redirects visitors to other unreliable/hazardous websites. Most users enter sites like masterofkeeps[.]xyz through others that use rogue advertising networks.

Masterofkeeps[.]xyz overview

The behavior of rogue websites can be determined by the visitor's IP address/ geolocation. Hence, what users encounter on and through such sites - can vary.

When we inspected masterofkeeps[.]xyz, it ran the "Your Windows 10 is infected with viruses" scam that is presented as pop-up windows supposedly displayed by Windows and McAfee anti-virus. Scams of this kind usually promote fake anti-viruses, adware, browser hijackers, and various PUAs (Potentially Unwanted Applications). More information on this scam can be found in our article on it.

Furthermore, masterofkeeps[.]xyz requests visitors to allow it to deliver browser notifications. These notifications/advertisements endorse unreliable/harmful websites and software, online scams, and even malware.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by masterofkeeps.xyz
Threat Type	Push notifications ads, Unwanted ads, Pop-up ads
Detection Names	N/A (VirusTotal)
Symptoms	Seeing advertisements not originating from the sites you are browsing. Intrusive pop-up ads. Decreased Internet browsing speed.
Distribution Methods	Deceptive pop-up ads, false claims within visited websites, potentially unwanted applications (adware)
Damage	Decreased computer performance, browser tracking - privacy issues, possible additional malware infections.
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Browser notification spam in general

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The browser notifications displayed by such webpages typically push deceptive and malicious content. However, while legitimate products may be encountered via these ads, it is improbable that this promotion is undertaken or approved by their developers. Instead, scammers who abuse affiliate programs use this marketing method to obtain illegitimate commissions.

How did masterofkeeps[.]xyz gain permission to deliver spam notifications?

Websites cannot deliver browser notifications without user consent. You have likely visited masterofkeeps[.]xyz and permitted it to display these advertisements. Note that rogue sites commonly employ deception (e.g., clickbait, fake CAPTCHA verification, etc.) to trick visitors into enabling the notifications.

How to prevent deceptive sites from delivering spam notifications?

To avoid receiving undesirable browser notifications, we advise against clicking "Allow", "Allow Notifications", or similar options presented on dubious websites. Instead, we recommend ignoring or denying notification delivery requests (i.e., pressing "Block", "Block Notifications", etc.).

If your browser is continuously force-opening suspect webpages, it could be due to adware installed onto it or the system. If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.

Screenshot of masterofkeeps[.]xyz website's background page:

Appearance of the masterofkeeps[.]xyz website (GIF):

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Quick menu:

• What is Ads by masterofkeeps.xyz?
• STEP 1. Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome
• STEP 2. Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome (Android)
• STEP 3. Remove spam notifications from Mozilla Firefox
• STEP 4. Remove spam notifications from Microsoft Edge
• STEP 5. Remove spam notifications from Safari (macOS)

Disable unwanted browser notifications:

Video showing how to disable web browser notifications:

Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome:

Click the Menu button (three dots) on the right upper corner of the screen and select "Settings". In the opened window select "Privacy and security", then click on "Site Settings" and choose "Notifications".

In the "Allowed to send notifications" list search for websites that you want to stop receiving notifications from. Click on the three dots icon near the website URL and click "Block" or "Remove" (if you click "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).

Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome (Android):

Tap the Menu button (three dots) on the right upper corner of the screen and select "Settings". Scroll down, tap on "Site settings" and then "Notifications".

In the opened window, locate all suspicious URLs and tap on them one-by-one. Once the pop-up shows up, select either "Block" or "Remove" (if you tap "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).

Remove spam notifications from Mozilla Firefox:

Click the Menu button (three bars) on the right upper corner of the screen. Select "Settings" and click on "Privacy & Security" in the toolbar on the left hand side of the screen. Scroll down to the "Permissions" section and click the "Settings" button next to "Notifications".

In the opened window, locate all suspicious URLs and block them using the drop-down menu or either remove them by clicking "Remove Website" at the bottom of the window (if you click "Remove Website" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).

Remove spam notifications from Microsoft Edge:

Click the menu button (three dots) on the right upper corner of the Edge window and select "Settings". Click on "Cookies and site permissions" in the toolbar on the left hand side of the screen and select "Notifications".

Click three dots on the right hand side of each suspicious URL under "Allow" section and click "Block" or "Remove" (if you click "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).

Remove spam notifications from Safari (macOS):

Click "Safari" button on the left upper corner of the screen and select "Preferences...". Select the "Websites" tab and then select "Notifications" section on the left pane.

Check for suspicious URLs and apply the "Deny" option using the drop-down menu or either remove them by clicking "Remove" at the bottom of the window (if you click "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again)

How to avoid browser notification spam?

Internet users should be very skeptical when being asked to allow notifications. While this is a useful feature that allows you to receive timely news from websites you like, deceptive marketers frequently abuse it.

Only allow notifications from websites that you fully trust. For added security - use an anti-malware application with a real-time web browsing monitor to block shady websites that tries to trick you into allowing spam notifications. We recommend using Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why am I seeing ads (browser notifications) delivered by masterofkeeps[.]xyz in the right lower corner of my desktop?

Masterofkeeps[.]xyz can only deliver browser notifications with user permission. Hence, you've likely accessed this page and pressed "Allow", "Allow Notifications", or an analogous option.

I have clicked on notification ads, is my computer infected?

No, clicking on a notification will not initiate any infection processes. However, the websites/applications promoted through these ads can be deceptive/malicious and cause severe problems (including malware infections).

Is masterofkeeps[.]xyz a virus?

While masterofkeeps[.]xyz is not deemed to be a virus, it can push virulent content. Sites of this kind usually endorse scams, unreliable/harmful software, and even malware.

Will Combo Cleaner remove masterofkeeps[.]xyz ads automatically or manual steps are still required?

Yes, Combo Cleaner can scan systems and remove the permissions given to the masterofkeeps[.]xyz webpage. It is also capable of blocking further access to this and other rogue, deceptive, and malicious sites. Therefore, no extra steps will be necessary.

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