How to remove Ad Blocker App adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of application is Ad Blocker App?
Ad Blocker App is promoted as a free browser extension that blocks advertisements. Ironically, after testing the app, we found that it generates advertisements (it is an advertising-supported application). It is worth mentioning that adware is often distributed using questionable methods - users tend to install adware unknowingly.
Ad Blocker App in detail
Ads displayed by adware are often used to promote various scams (e.g., shady websites asking to provide personal information), pages offering to download questionable software, and other dubious web pages. In some cases, clicking on such ads can download or even install unwanted apps. Thus, it is recommended not to click on ads shown by apps like Ad Blocker App.
One more reason not to trust Ad Blocker App is that it can read and change data on all websites. It may be used to gather browsing-related and personal information. Having this app added to a browser might cause problems related to online privacy, browsing safety, and other issues.
| Name | Ads by Ad Blocker App |
| 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) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your computer with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
Adware in general
Most advertising-supported applications display unwanted ads designed to promote questionable pages, applications, etc. In addition to showing ads, adware can hijack a web browser and (or) collect data. Usually, software of this type is promoted and distributed using deceptive methods. More adware examples are Tuning Videos, Renew Search, Down Assist.
How did adware install on my computer?
We found that Ad Blocker App has its official website and can be downloaded from it. However, it is very common for apps of this type to be distributed via installers for other programs (by bundling them with other programs). They get installed after finishing software installations without changing "Advanced", "Custom", or other settings.
In some cases, adware is distributed via advertisements by designing them to execute certain scripts or through fake installers promoted on deceptive pages.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Inspect downloaders and installers that have ticked checkboxes or settings like "Custom", "Advanced" before downloading or installing programs. If any unwanted apps are included in downloaders or installers, deselect them. Download files and programs from official websites. Do not use P2P networks, unofficial pages, third-party downloaders, etc., to download apps.
Also, do not click advertisements appearing on pages related to adult dating, gambling, and other sites of this kind, or allow shady pages to show notifications. If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.
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Quick menu:
- What is Ad Blocker App?
- STEP 1. Uninstall adware applications using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove rogue plug-ins from Google Chrome.
- STEP 3. Remove adware-type extensions from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 4. Remove malicious extensions from Safari.
- STEP 5. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
Adware removal:
Windows 11 users:
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:
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:
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:
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.
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 Ad Blocker App adware using Combo Cleaner:
Remove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:
Click the Chrome menu icon 
(at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "More tools" and click "Extensions". Locate "Ad Blocker App", and other suspicious browser add-ons and remove them.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by ad blocker app, reset your Google Chrome browser settings. Click the 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.
After scrolling to the bottom of the screen, click the Reset (Restore settings to their original defaults) button.
In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Google Chrome settings to default by clicking the Reset button.
Remove malicious plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox:
Click the Firefox menu 
(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.
Optional method:
Computer users who have problems with ads by ad blocker app removal can reset their Mozilla Firefox settings.
Open Mozilla Firefox, at the top right corner of the main window, click the Firefox menu, in the opened menu, click Help.
Select Troubleshooting Information.
In the opened window, click the Refresh Firefox button.
In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Mozilla Firefox settings to default by clicking the Refresh Firefox button.
Remove malicious extensions from Safari:
Make sure your Safari browser is active, click Safari menu, and select Preferences....
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...
In the opened window select all history and click the Clear History button.
Remove malicious extensions from Microsoft Edge:
Click the Edge 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.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by ad blocker app, reset your Microsoft Edge browser settings. Click the Edge menu icon (at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge) and select Settings.
In the opened settings menu select Reset settings.
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.
- If this did not help, follow these alternative instructions explaining how to reset the Microsoft Edge browser.
Summary:
Commonly, 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?
Software of this type can slow down a computer, cover contents of visited pages with unwanted ads, invade privacy, and cause other issues.
What does adware do?
As a rule, adware is designed to display advertisements (e.g., banners, coupons, pop-ups). In addition to that, it can be designed to hijack a web browser and collect data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
In most cases, they participate in affiliate programs to monetize adware. They use this software to promote various pages, products, services, etc.
Will Combo Cleaner remove Ad Blocker App adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will remove adware from the operating system. It will leave no files or other components belonging to adware. We recommend using Combo Cleaner for removal since manual removal does not always work (it can be difficult to remove adware manually without leaving any leftovers).
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