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How to remove Volume booster - Increase Volume from web browsers

Also Known As: Ads by Volume booster - Increase Volume
Type: Adware
Damage level: Medium

What kind of extension is Volume booster - Increase Volume?

We have examined the Volume booster - Increase Volume extension and discovered that it has traits of adware. This extension promotes potentially malicious apps, websites, and more. Therefore, it is highly advisable not to trust Volume booster - Increase Volume extension and remove it from a web browser if it has already been added.

Volume booster - Increase Volume adware

Volume booster - Increase Volume overview

Adware is a type of unwanted software that displays unwanted ads, often in the form of pop-ups, coupons, banners, and similar ads. While some adware is not dangerous, it may cause issues. The ads coming from adware can be annoying and misleading. Thus, interacting with them can expose users to various online threats.

Volume booster - Increase Volume is promoted as a tool allowing users to boost volume, control tab sound, and increase the audio volume of any video. However, our analysis has shown that it injects various advertisements in search results and affiliate links in online stores. Moreover, this extension can cause unwanted redirects.

The ads and links promoted through and redirects caused by Volume booster - Increase Volume can cause various issues. Users may exposed to phishing websites, technical support scams, pages hosting shady software, fake lotteries, giveaways, etc. Users may unintentionally download unwanted (potentially malicious software).

Also, they may end up paying for fake products or services, diclosing sensitive information (e.g., credit card details, login credentials, ID card information) to scammers, or taking other actions. Therefore, Volume booster - Increase Volume extension should be avoided and removed from affected web browsers.

Another reason to avoid Volume booster - Increase Volume is that it can read and change data on all websites. It means that it may be capable of accessing sensitive information and modifying the content users see. This may lead to negative consequences, including data theft and monetary loss.

It is possible that this extension was once reliable and legitimate but was sold to someone who then modified it to inject unwanted ads and links and cause redirects.

Threat Summary:
Name Ads by Volume booster - Increase Volume
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), 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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Conclusion

Users should avoid installing/adding adware because it may expose them to various threats, slow down computers, diminish the web browsing experience, and cause other issues. Quite often, adware is disguised as legitimate software to trick users into downloading it. If adware is already installed on a computer or added to a browser, it should be eliminated.

More examples of adware-type apps are GuardFlare, Universal Ad Blocker, and Ad Blocker Elite.

How did adware install on my computer?

Users often install/add adware unknowingly when they install free and (or) unreliable software. Many free (including unreliable) programs come bundled with adware, and users may not realize this during the installation process, especially if they skip custom or advanced installation options.

Clicking on misleading ads or pop-ups can also lead to accidental adware installations. In other cases, users may be tricked into adding or installing adware through downloads from unofficial app stores, P2P networks, third-party downloaders, shady sites, etc.

How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?

Always download apps from trusted sources like official websites or reputable app stores, and avoid using files or programs from unofficial sites, third-party downloaders, peer-to-peer networks, etc. When installing software, opt for "Custom" or "Advanced" settings to uncheck any extra offers, such as unwanted apps or toolbars.

Do not allow suspicious websites to show notifications, and do not trust pop-ups, advertisements, and similar content on questionable sites. Regularly update your operating system and applications. Use a reliable security tool. If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.

Permissions asked by Volume booster - Increase Volume:

Volume booster - Increase Volume adware permissions

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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.

Volume booster - Increase Volume 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 Volume booster - Increase Volume adware using Combo Cleaner:

Google Chrome logoRemove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

Removing Volume booster - Increase Volume ads from Google Chrome step 1

Click the Chrome menu icon Google Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "Extensions" and click "Manage Extensions". Locate "Volume booster - Increase Volume" and (or) other recently-installed suspicious extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".

Removing Volume booster - Increase Volume ads from Google Chrome step 2

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by volume booster - increase volume, 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 Volume booster - Increase Volume 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 all recently-installed suspicious extensions, click on the three dots and then click "Remove".

Removing Volume booster - Increase Volume ads from Mozilla Firefox step 2

Optional method:

Computer users who have problems with ads by volume booster - increase volume 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 volume booster - increase volume, 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 disrupt the browsing experience, slow down the system’s performance, raise security and privacy concerns, expose users to scams, and cause other issues.

What does adware do?

Software of this type is designed to display advertisements. In addition to delivering ads, it may cause unwanted redirects and gather data.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware creators usually make money by promoting products, websites, or services. The majority of their revenue comes from affiliate programs, where they earn a commission for directing users to certain links or offers.

Will Combo Cleaner remove Volume booster - Increase Volume adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and remove all adware applications. It is worth noting that manual removal may not fully work because some files might be left behind in the system. Even if the main program is deleted, some parts of it could still be active.

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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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