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What is wisen wizard?

Created by SuperWeb LLC, wisen wizard is a rogue application claiming to enhance the Internet browsing experience by enabling comparison shopping, coupons, and other similar features. While this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that wisen wizard is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) or adware.

The developers of this rogue application employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen software) to install wisen wizard on Internet browsers without users' consent.

Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, wisen wizard delivers various intrusive online ads such as banner, coupon, pop-up, interstitial, transitional, search, and full-page ads. There is a high probability that clicking advertisements generated by wisen wizard will lead to high-risk adware or malware infections.

   
Ads by SoftwareRefresher

What is SoftwareRefresher?

Developed by Software Refresher LP, SoftwareRefresher is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) claiming to notify users of the latest available updates for various installed software and help to install them.

Although this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that SoftwareRefresher is categorized as adware, since it installs on Internet browsers without users' consent using a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen software).

Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, SoftwareRefresher tracks users' Internet browsing activity and delivers intrusive online ads and fake notifications to update installed programs.

   
Ads by RightSurf

What is RightSurf?

Created by SuperWeb LLC, RightSurf is a rogue browser extension claiming to enhance the Internet browsing experience by enabling coupons, comparison shopping, and other similar functions. While this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that RightSurf is categorized as adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

These associations are made due to a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of additional programs together with the chosen software) employed by RightSurf to install on Internet browsers without users' permission.

Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, RightSurf generates intrusive online ads including banner, search, interstitial, transitional, pop-up, and full-page ads. It is highly probable that clicking these advertisements will lead to further high-risk adware or malware infections.

   
DiscoverAncestry Toolbar

What is hp.myway.com?

Created by Mindspark Interactive Network Inc, DiscoverAncestry claims to enable users to find information relating to their family names and histories. Although this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, DiscoverAncestry is considered to be a browser hijacker.

It operates by modifying browsers in order to promote a fake search engine, it also spies on users' browsing habits. Due to the deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling', employed by DiscoverAncestery to install on Internet browsers without users' permission - it is deemed to be a PUA (Potentially Unwanted application) as well.

Bundling allows developers to distribute their applications together with other software, therefore most computers are infected with DiscoverAncestry during download of free software from freeware download websites.

   
GameTrekkers Toolbar

What is GameTrekkers?

Created by Mindspark Interactive Network Inc, GameTrekkers is a potentially unwanted program claiming to improve the online experience by allowing users to play various games directly from their Internet browsers. Although this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that GameTrekkers is considered to be a virus or browser hijacker.

GameTrekkers employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to install on Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox) without users' consent.

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

   
MindDabble Toolbar

What is MindDabble?

Created by Mindspark Interactive Network Inc, MindDabble is a rogue application claiming to improve the memory by playing games. Although this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that MindDabble is considered to be a virus or browser hijacker.

MindDabble employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to install on Internet browsers without users' consent. Bundling is a way to stealthily distribute applications together with other programs, and therefore, most users install MindDabble together with free software downloaded from freeware download websites.

   
MyScrapNook Toolbar

What is MyScrapNook?

Developed by Mindspark Interactive Network Inc, MyScrapNook is a rogue program that claims to allow the creation and sharing of templates, cards, and printable kits directly from your browser. On initial inspection, this may seem legitimate and useful functionality, however, be aware that MyScrapNook is categorized as a virus or browser hijacker.

These associations are made due to a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' employed by MyScrapNook to install on Internet browsers without users' permission.

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

   
MyFunCards Toolbar

What is MyFunCards?

Created by Mindspark Interactive Network Inc, MyFunCards is a rogue application claiming to provide graphic and photo editing-related features. While this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that MyFunCards is categorized as a browser hijacker or virus.

The developers of this rogue application employ a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to install MyFunCards on Internet browsers without users' consent.

Bundling allows developers to distribute their software together with other programs, and therefore, most users inadvertently install MyFunCards while downloading free software from freeware download websites.

   
TotalComicBooks Toolbar

What is TotalComicBooks?

Developed by Mindspark Interactive Network Inc, TotalComicBooks is a potentially unwanted application claiming to improve the Internet browsing experience by allowing access to free comics.

While this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that TotalComicBooks is categorized as a virus or browser hijacker, since this application employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to install on Internet browsers without users' permission.

Bundling is a way to stealthily distribute applications together with other software, and therefore, most computers are infected with TotalComicBooks during download of free software from freeware download websites.

   
WeatherBlink Toolbar

What is WeatherBlink?

Developed by Mindspark Interactive Network Inc, WeatherBlink is a potentially unwanted application claiming to provide users with the latest weather forecasts. Although this may seem a legitimate and useful browser plug-in, be aware that this toolbar is categorized as a browser hijacker or virus.

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

Bundling allows developers to distribute their applications together with other programs, and therefore, most users inadvertently install WeatherBlink while downloading free software from freeware download websites.

   

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