GetPrivate is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) claiming to provide users with a free VPN service - "GetPrivate is a VPN (virtual private network) that makes sure all your Internet connections go through our super fast servers located world wide." Some users may find this application legitimate
The AnySend application claims to allow users to send files directly from their desktops free of charge. This functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, AnySend is considered to be a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The developers of this PUP employ a 'bundling' marketing strategy
Shopper-z is a rogue browser add-on presented as a great tool to save time and money while shopping online by displaying coupons, special deals/discounts, and enabling a comparison shopping function. On initial inspection, this browser extension may seem legitimate and useful, however, Shopper-z i
PhraseProfessor is a deceptive browser extension identical to Clever Search, WordAnchor, Word Surfer, WordShark, and other add-ons. As with all of these plug-ins, PhraseProfessor claims to enable a feature allowing users to search and translate text - "PhraseProfessor is an ad-supported software
Created by SuperWeb LLC, Price Clip is a dubious plug-in claiming to improve the Internet browsing experience by enabling various features such as coupons, comparison shopping, etc. This may seem legitimate and useful functionality, however, Price Clip is classed as a potentially unwanted program
Sound+ is presented as a legitimate application used to improve the sound experience - "Do not miss the first high-end HiFi emulator on PC! Increased definition, rediscovered clarity, your music library is totally sublimated." These false claims often trick users into believing that Sound+ is a
Istartpageing.com is presented as a legitimate Internet search website, however, the developers promote it using deceptive software 'installers' that modify web browser settings. Furthermore, Internet browsing activity on the infected computer is continually tracked. Installers assign the
Developed by Rational Thought Solutions, Storm Alert is a rogue browser extension claiming to warn users of forthcoming storms. Although this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that Storm Alert is considered to be a potentially unwanted program (PUP) or adware. The developers
Identical to My Weather XP, My Maps XP, and a number of other dubious apps, My Sports XP is a browser hijacker claiming to allow users to watch sports on various streaming sites free of charge - "Watch Live Coverage of Sports Online with easy access to your favorite TV streaming sites." These fa
According to the developers, DesktopNews is a legitimate application that brings all the latest world news directly to the desktop - "DesktopNews Gadget is the easiest way for you to stay update with what is happening in the world." On initial inspection, this app might seem legitimate, however,