Removal of save tabs adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of extension is save tabs?
save tabs is the name of a browser extension that has the properties of adware - it generates annoying advertisements. Our team discovered save tabs while inspecting deceptive websites. In addition to showing ads, save tabs can read and change data on visited websites. Its creators described it as an app that saves tabs in a window for later use.
More about save tabs application
save tabs displays unwanted advertisements (pop-up ads). These advertisements cover the contents of visited pages and open (if clicked) untrustworthy web pages. Clicking them can lead to phishing sites, technical support scam pages, websites promoting unwanted apps (e.g., browser hijackers), etc.
Some of the ads displayed by save tabs may be designed to run certain scripts to start unwanted downloads or even installations. Thus, it is strongly recommended not to trust ads generated by adware.
As we mentioned in the introduction, save tabs can read and change data on all websites. This means that save tabs can view every web page its user visits and modify those web pages. The developers of save tabs extension may misuse accessed information for malicious purposes.
| Name | Ads by save tabs |
| 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), fake Flash Player installers, 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) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your computer with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
More about adware
Additionally, adware can change browser settings (both homepage and default search settings). It can have the quality of a browser hijacker. Also, adware can collect browsing data and even sensitive information. Typically, users download and install adware unintentionally. More adware examples are page styles, Dark Reader for Chrome, and Multiple Account.
How did adware install on my computer?
Websites promoting save tabs claim that visitors need to "add extension to continue", "install extension and continue watching this video", "update Chrome browser extension", etc. save tabs gets added to a web browser after following the instructions provided on those deceptive websites.
Another popular method used for adware is distribution is bundling. In such cases, adware is included in installers as an optional installation. Users agree to install adware when they finish installations without changing "Advanced", "Custom", or other settings (without deselecting unwanted apps).
Also, adware can be installed via untrustworthy advertisements. Such ads appear mostly on questionable web pages.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Do not trust advertisements on dubious websites (e.g., illegal movie streaming and torrent sites). Especially the ones that offer to download software. Download applications (and files) from official pages and stores.
Check downloaders and installers for unwanted apps (and deselect them using the provided settings) before downloading and installing programs. Do not allow suspicious pages to show notifications. If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.
Deceptive websites promoting save tabs adware:
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Quick menu:
- What is save tabs?
- STEP 1. Uninstall adware applications using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove rogue plug-ins from Google Chrome.
- STEP 3. Remove adware-type extensions from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 4. Remove malicious extensions from Safari.
- STEP 5. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
Adware removal:
Windows 11 users:
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:
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:
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:
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.
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 unwanted browser add-ons:
Remove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:
Click the Chrome menu icon 
(at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "More tools" and click "Extensions". Locate "save tabs" and other recently-installed suspicious extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by save tabs, reset your Google Chrome browser settings. Click the 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.
After scrolling to the bottom of the screen, click the Reset (Restore settings to their original defaults) button.
In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Google Chrome settings to default by clicking the Reset button.
Remove malicious plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox:
Click the Firefox menu 
(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".
Optional method:
Computer users who have problems with ads by save tabs removal can reset their Mozilla Firefox settings.
Open Mozilla Firefox, at the top right corner of the main window, click the Firefox menu, in the opened menu, click Help.
Select Troubleshooting Information.
In the opened window, click the Refresh Firefox button.
In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Mozilla Firefox settings to default by clicking the Refresh Firefox button.
Remove malicious extensions from Safari:
Make sure your Safari browser is active, click Safari menu, and select Preferences....
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...
In the opened window select all history and click the Clear History button.
Remove malicious extensions from Microsoft Edge:
Click the Edge 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.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by save tabs, reset your Microsoft Edge browser settings. Click the Edge menu icon (at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge) and select Settings.
In the opened settings menu select Reset settings.
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.
- If this did not help, follow these alternative instructions explaining how to reset the Microsoft Edge browser.
Summary:
Commonly, 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 cause problems such as diminished web browsing experience, a potential decrease in the system's performance, invaded privacy, etc. Also, adware can show ads designed to cause unwanted installations.
What does adware do?
Adware bombards users with annoying advertisements. Also, it can hijack a web browser and gather various information.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Typically, adware is monetized by promoting websites, products, services, etc. Its developers participate in affiliate programs and use other methods to generate revenue using their adware.
Will Combo Cleaner remove save tabs adware?
Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and remove all detected adware. It is worth knowing that some files may remain in the system after manual removal. Thus, it is recommended to remove adware automatically.
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