Virus and Spyware Removal Guides, uninstall instructions

What is HighlightSearches?

HighlightSearches is a deceptive browser add-on claiming to enable users to navigate to the next website page without scrolling to the bottom - "HighlighSearches allows you to get to the next page faster. You don't need to scroll all the way down anymore, just click on the arrow on the right side of the screen and you're off to the next page."

On initial inspection, some users may find this plug-in legitimate and useful, however, it is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). HighlightSearches often installs on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) without users' permission and this is one of the reasons for these negative associations.

Furthermore, this app collects various software and hardware information and displays intrusive online advertisements.

What is safebrowsesearch.com?

Safebrowsesearch.com is a deceptive website that can supposedly be used as a browser default search engine and homepage.

According to the developers, this site enhances the Internet browsing experience by displaying advanced search results - "..our mission is to create a differentiated search experience by delivering high quality,curated results and organizing content into categories."

This website is distributed together with a false Internet browser called Internet Quick Access, which may seem legitimate and useful to some users.

What is Rapid Media Converter?

Rapid Media Converter is presented as a tool to enable easy conversion of various audio and video file types. This functionality may appear useful, however, be aware that Rapid Media Converter is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) or an adware application.

The developers (Howard software Limited) employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to distribute this dubious application. Bundling is a way to stealthily distribute bogus applications together with regular software, and therefore, users risk inadvertently installing Rapid Media Converter during download of free software from freeware download websites.

After infiltration on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) Rapid Media Converter displays various intrusive advertisements that usually redirect to dubious websites containing infectious content. Clicking these ads exposes your computer to risk of infection.

What is RadPlayer?

RadPlayer is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) claiming to allow users to perform web searches and listen to music and radio stations. While this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that this browser add-on is categorized as adware. 

RadPlayer employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen software) to install on Internet browsers without users' permission. Following successful infiltration, this rogue application generates intrusive online advertisements (including banner, pop-up/under, in-text, etc.) that may lead to high-risk adware or malware infections.

What are SASA ads?

SASA ads are generated by an application called Adblocker, which claims to significantly enhance the Internet browsing experience by blocking pop-up advertisements while browsing the Internet. Although some users may find this functionality legitimate and useful, adblocker is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

One of the reasons for these negative associations is stealth installation - adblocker often infiltrates computer systems without users' permission. Furthermore, after successful installation, adblocker displays intrusive online advertisements and collects personally identifiable information.

What is MediaPlayer?

MediaPlayer is a rogue browser plug-in claiming to enhance the playing of online video and audio files. On initial inspection, this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, MediaPlayer is classed as adware.

A deceptive free software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen software) is employed in MediaPlayer distribution and is the main reason for these negative associations.

After infiltration on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) without users' consent, MediaPlayer generates intrusive online advertisements (banner, pop-up, etc.) that may redirect to bogus websites containing infectious content, thereby exposing your computer to risk of infection.

BestArcadeHits removal instructions

What is BestArcadeHits?

The BestArcadeHits website contains thousands of free Flash games - "Bestarcadehits is a gaming website that can lead you to a world of more than 3000 flash games. These games are free and offer you a diversity of fields that might attract your attention." The 'Premium' game section, however, can be only accessed through the official BestArcadeHits application. On initial inspection, this app may seem legitimate and useful, however, BestArcadeHits is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). These negative associations are made due to rogue behavior exhibited by BestArcadeHits - it often installs without users' permission, displays intrusive online advertisements, and collects Internet browsing-related information.

PlayFizz removal instructions

What is PlayFizz?

The PlayFizz website is filled with thousands of addictive free Flash games - "Playfizz is a gaming website that can lead you to a world of more than 3000 flash games. These games are free and offer you a diversity of fields that might attract your attention." To access the 'Premium' section, however, users must download the official PlayFizz application. Although this app may seem legitimate and useful, it is considered to be adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). These associations are made due to rogue behavior. PlayFizz commonly infiltrates Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) without users' consent, collects Internet browsing-related information, and displays intrusive online advertisements.

PlayTopus removal instructions

What is PlayTopus?

The PlayTopus website contains thousands of addictive free Flash games - "playtopus is a gaming website that can lead you to a world of more than 3000 flash games. These games are free and offer you a diversity of fields that might attract your attention." In order to access the 'Premium Games' section, however, users must install the PlayTopus application on their computers. On initial inspection, this app may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). These negative associations are made for two main reasons. Firstly, PlayTopus often self-installs on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) without users' consent. Secondly, this application tracks Internet browsing activity and displays intrusive online advertisements.

Zoola Games removal instructions

What is Zoola Games?

Zoola Games is a deceptive application claiming to allow users to download and play thousands of Flash games - "Zoola Games™ brings the fun to your computer with thousands of free games". On initial inspection, this app may seem legitimate and useful, however, due to its  rogue behavior, Zoola Games is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). Zoola Games often stealthily infiltrates systems by self-installing without users' permission. Furthermore, after successfully installation, Zoola Games modifies browser settings, displays various types of intrusive online advertisements, and tracks users' Internet browsing activity.