How to remove Rapid Files Download
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of application is Rapid Files Download?
Rapid Files Download is an application described as a tool allowing users to keep track of downloads and quickly access and manage them and create new downloads. Our team has discovered this app on a deceptive page that suggests that it may be required to add it to a browser. After downloading and adding it, we found that it functions as adware.
Rapid Files Download in detail
Rapid Files Download is an advertising-supported application that displays intrusive advertisements. Usually, clicking on ads shown by apps of this type leads to various scam pages, websites offering to download questionable apps, asking to provide personal information, etc. Sometimes, those ads can download and even install unwanted software.
Also, we have learned that Rapid Files Download can read and change data on all visited websites and manage downloads. Its developers may use it to collect information about users (e.g., browsing data). Gathered data may be sold to third parties or misused in other ways.
| Name | Ads by Rapid Files Download |
| 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
It is common for adware to be promoted and distributed using deceptive methods. Thus, a big part of users downloads adware unknowingly. In some cases, adware not only shows ads but also promotes fake search engines - it hijacks web browsers by changing their settings. Either way, it is highly advisable not to download adware.
More adware examples Web Ad Block, Fit Video Display, and Downloading Files.
How did adware install on my computer?
It is known that Rapid Files Download can be added to a web browser after following the instructions provided by a deceptive website. It also has an "official" page. It is worth mentioning that adware often is distributed by bundling it with other software or through shady advertisements.
Adware gets installed alongside other software after finishing the installation process without changing the settings provided in the installer. Usually, installers used to distribute adware have "Custom", "Advanced", "Manual", or similar settings (or ticked checkboxes).
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download applications from legitimate sources (official websites and platforms). Do not use P2P networks, third-party downloaders or platforms, shady pages, etc., to download apps. Also, do not click on advertisements displayed on shady pages or allow websites of this kind to show notifications.
Always deselect optional downloads/installations before downloading/installing software (check downloaders/installers for unwanted applications). If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.
Deceptive website offering to download Rapid Files Download adware:
Another website promoting Rapid Files Download adware:
Instant automatic malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is Rapid Files Download?
- 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 Rapid Files Download 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 "Rapid Files Download" and other recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons and remove them.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by rapid files download, 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 rapid files download 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 rapid files download, 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?
It can slow down a computer, diminish the web browsing experience (by showing intrusive ads), invade privacy, and cause other problems.
What does adware do?
As a rule, it generates advertisements. It can have additional functionalities.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
They use adware to promote various websites, services, products, etc., and get paid a commission fee. Most of them use affiliate programs to monetize adware.
Will Combo Cleaner remove Rapid Files Download adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will remove adware from your computer. It is recommended to remove adware automatically since files belonging to adware may remain in the system after manual removal.
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