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How to remove "Parental Control: BlackList" adware-type browser extension

Also Known As: Ads by Parental Control: BlackList
Type: Adware
Damage level: Medium

What is Parental Control: BlackList?

Parental Control: BlackList is a rogue browser extension that our researchers discovered while investigating suspicious sites that promote software. This extension is presented as a parental tool capable of blocking websites based on a created list.

However, our analysis revealed the behavior of Parental Control: BlackList is the complete opposite. This piece of software force-opens various dubious and dangerous sites instead. Due to this, Parental Control: BlackList is classified as adware.

Parental Control: BlackList adware asking for permissions

Parental Control: BlackList adware overview

Adware stands for advertising-supported software. Parental Control: BlackList operates by force-opening a broad range of untrustworthy and potentially malicious sites.

This rogue extension may cause redirects to questionable (e.g., pornography, adult-dating, gambling, etc.), deceptive (e.g., phishing, tech support scams, fake giveaways/lotteries, etc.), software-promoting (e.g., adware, browser hijackers, PUAs, etc.), malware-proliferating (e.g., trojans, ransomware, etc.), and other suspicious websites.

Furthermore, Parental Control: BlackList can display spam browser notifications, which promote likewise harmful content.

What is more, this browser extension spies on users' browsing activity. Advertising-supported software usually targets browsing and search engine histories, personally identifiable details, usernames/passwords, finance-related data, and so forth. The collected information can be monetized via sale to third-parties (potentially, cyber criminals).

To summarize, the presence of software like Parental Control: BlackList on devices can result in system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and even identity theft.

Threat Summary:
Name Ads by Parental Control: BlackList
Threat Type Adware, Unwanted ads, Pop-up Virus
Browser Extension(s) Parental Control: BlackList
Supposed Functionality Parental control tool for blocking websites
Symptoms Continuous redirects. Seeing advertisements not originating from the sites you are browsing. Intrusive pop-up ads. Decreased Internet browsing speed.
Distribution Methods Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake Flash Player installers.
Damage Decreased computer performance, browser tracking - privacy issues, possible additional malware infections.
Malware Removal (Windows)

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Adware examples

We have inspected countless adware samples; Ad-free | best ad blockerScreen Recorder, and Moviesm are merely a couple of our newest finds. Advertising-supported software usually appears legitimate and harmless. Users are lured into download/installation with promises of "handy" features. However, these functionalities are rarely operational.

How did Parental Control: BlackList install on my computer?

Adware can have "official" promotional pages, and it is endorsed on deceptive websites. We acquired Parental Control: BlackList from the latter. Users typically access these sites via redirects caused by pages using rogue advertising networks, spam browser notifications, intrusive ads, mistyped URLs, or installed adware (with browser force-opening abilities).

Advertising-supported software can also be bundled with ordinary programs. Download from untrustworthy sources (e.g., unofficial and freeware sites, P2P sharing networks, etc.) and rushed installations increase the risk of allowing bundled content into the system.

Intrusive advertisements are used to spread adware as well. Once clicked on, some of the adverts can execute scripts to perform stealthy downloads/installations.

How to avoid installation of adware?

We strongly recommend researching software and downloading only from official/verified channels. Additionally, installation processes must be approached with caution, e.g., by reading terms, studying possible options, using the "Custom/Advanced" settings, and opting-out of all supplements.

We advise being vigilant when browsing since fraudulent and malicious content usually appears harmless. For example, intrusive advertisements look legitimate yet redirect to highly questionable sites (e.g., gambling, pornography, adult-dating, etc.).

In case of encounters with such ads/redirects, check the device and immediately remove all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with Parental Control: BlackList, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this adware.

Screenshot of a deceptive website used to promote Parental Control: BlackList adware:

Deceptive website promoting Parental Control: BlackList adware

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Quick menu:

Parental Control: BlackList 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.

Parental Control: BlackList adware uninstall via Control Panel

In the uninstall programs window, look for "Parental Control: BlackList", select this entry and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".

After uninstalling the potentially unwanted application (which causes Parental Control: BlackList ads), scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.

Remove Parental Control: BlackList adware from Internet browsers:

Video showing how to remove Parental Control: BlackList adware using Combo Cleaner:

Google Chrome logoRemove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

Removing Parental Control: BlackList ads 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 "Parental Control: BlackList" and all other recently-installed suspicious extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".

Removing Parental Control: BlackList ads from Google Chrome step 2

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by parental control: blacklist, 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 plugins from Mozilla Firefox:

Removing Parental Control: BlackList ads from Mozilla Firefox step 1

Click the Firefox menu firefox menu icon (at the top right corner of the main window), select "Add-ons and themes". Click "Extensions", in the opened window locate "Parental Control: BlackList" and all other recently-installed suspicious extensions, click on the three dots and then click "Remove".

Removing Parental Control: BlackList ads from Mozilla Firefox step 2

Optional method:

Computer users who have problems with ads by parental control: blacklist 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 parental control: blacklist, 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?

Adware can decrease browsing quality and system performance. It usually has data tracking functionalities - therefore, this software is considered to be a privacy threat. Additionally, adware-delivered ads promote harmful content that can cause serious issues, e.g., system infections, financial losses, etc.

What does adware do?

Adware stands for advertising-supported software. The primary functionalities can include displaying ads on various interfaces, causing redirects, and collecting private data.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware generates revenue mainly through affiliate programs by endorsing websites, apps, products, services, etc. The developers may earn commission from ad clicks, webpage visits, file downloads, product purchases, service subscriptions, or similar.

Will Combo Cleaner remove Parental Control: BlackList adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your device and eliminate installed adware-type apps. Note that manual removal (unaided by security software) might not be ideal. In some cases, even after the advertising-supported software has been manually removed - various leftovers (files) remain hidden within the system. These components can continue running and causing problems. Therefore, it is crucial to eliminate adware thoroughly.

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