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Adworld Adware

What is Adworld?

The Adworld browser application (and associated add-on, 'Adworld Add-On') is a potentially unwanted application created by Goobzo Ltd. This app causes unwanted ads, which appear when browsing the Internet. Furthermore, Adworld ads can be implemented by various software developers to monetize their free applications or browser plug-ins.

The developers of this browser plug-in employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling', and therefore, most computer users install this browser add-on inadvertently without their consent. After successful infiltration, Adworld generates intrusive banner, interstitial, full-screen, and text link ads.

   
Play now Radio Ads

What is Play now Radio?

Created by Montiera Technologies Ltd, Play now Radio is a rogue browser extension claiming to enhance the Internet browsing experience by providing a function to listen to the radio via Internet browsers. This rogue browser add-on is compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome.

Although Play now Radio may seem to be legitimate and useful, be aware that it is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) or adware.

This rogue browser plug-in employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen free software) to install on Internet browsers without users' permission. After successful infiltration, Play now Radio generates intrusive online advertisements and tracks users' Internet browsing activity.

   
Melodx Adware

What is Melodx?

Created by Montiera Technologies Ltd, Melodx is a rogue browser extension claiming to enable users to instantly stream free HD music, search for their favourite songs, and other similar functions. This may seem legitimate and useful functionality, however, be aware that Melodx is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

The developers of this rogue browser add-on employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen software) to install Melodx on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome) without users' permission.

After successful infiltration, Melodx, generates intrusive online advertisements and tracks users' Internet browsing activity.

   
Ads by 123HD-Plus

What is 123HD-Plus?

123HD-Plus is a rogue browser extension claiming to enhance the quality users' YouTube video experience. This add-on is compatible with Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. The developers of 123HD-Plus employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to install this rogue browser plug-in on Internet browsers without users' consent.

Bundling is a way to distribute applications together with other software, and for this reason, most users inadvertently install 123HD-Plus when downloading free software from freeware download websites. Although this browser plug-in may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that 123HD-Plus is considered to be adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

   
Ads by Rewin Cinema

What is Rewin Cinema?

Created by Robokid Technologies, the Rewin Cinema browser plug-in claims to enhance users' YouTube experience by turning 'lights off' (enabling users to adjust computer screen lights) when watching online videos.

While some computer users may find this functionality useful, the Rewin Cinema add-on is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application, since it infiltrates browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) using a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling'.

Computer users often install Rewin Cinema inadvertently without their consent when downloading free software.

   
CosstMinn Virus

What is CosstMinn?

Cosstminn is a rogue browser extension compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome. It offers a function that displays special deals and discounts when browsing Internet shopping websites. While this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that it is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

These associations are made due to a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' that is employed by cosstminn to install on Internet browsers without users' consent.

Bundling allows developers to stealthily distribute their applications together with other software, and therefore, users commonly infect their systems with cosstminn during download of free software from freeware download websites.

   
Obrona VPN Ads

What is Obrona VPN?

Created by Red Sky LLC, Obrona VPN claims to protect users' Internet connections by encrypting all data sent and received. It allows anonymous use of the Internet and provides users the freedom to access blocked content. 

While this functionality may seem legitimate, this app is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted application since it generates intrusive third party ads ('Ads by Obrona VPN' or 'Obrona VPN Deals') including, for example, banner, text, and pop-up advertisements. Clicking ads displayed by Obrona VPN can result in high-risk malware infections.

   
Ads by clicktosavings

What is clicktosavings?

Clicktosavings is a rogue browser extension claiming save time and money by enabling coupons and displaying special deals/discounts available within online shopping websites.

This functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, Internet users should be aware that clicktosavings is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP) since it 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' consent.

Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome, clicktosavings generates numerous intrusive online advertisements that are likely to cause high-risk adware or malware infections.

   
GoCheapR Ads

What is GoCheapR?

Created by Holomedia, GoCheapR is a rogue browser extension claiming to save time and money by enabling coupons, displaying special deals/discounts available within online shopping stores, and improving Internet search quality.

Although this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that GoCheapR is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) or adware. This association is made, since GoCheapR employs a deceptive marketing method called 'bundling' to install on Internet browsers.

Bundling allows developers to stealthily distribute their applications together with other software, and therefore, most users inadvertently install GoCheapR during download of free software from freeware download websites.

Following successful infiltration, GoCheapR generates various intrusive online advertisements (for example, in-text, pictures, links, etc.) that may cause high-risk adware or malware infections.

   
Ads by saveX

What is saveX?

SaveX is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome. It promises to save time and money by displaying special deals/discounts and coupons when surfing online shopping stores such as eBay, Walmart, Amazon, etc.

While this functionality may seem useful and legitimate, be aware that saveX is categorized as a virus or malware. A deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' is employed by saveX to install on Internet browsers and is the main reason why these associations are made.

Bundling is a way to stealthily distribute applications together with other software, and therefore, most users infect their computers when downloading free software from freeware download websites.

   

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