CintaNotes Adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is CintaNotes?
CintaNotes is promoted as an application that offers various useful tools and features, however, it is a potentially unwanted application (PUA) that is often installed inadvertently. This type of app delivers intrusive ads and collects user-system information.
CintaNotes is an adware-type application that delivers intrusive advertisements (such as banners, coupons, surveys, pop-ups, and so on). These are commonly displayed using tools that enable placement of third party graphical content on any site and conceal underlying content.
They are very annoying and might lead to various untrustworthy/potentially malicious websites or run scripts that download/install potentially unwanted applications (PUAs) or even malware (malicious programs) that could infect computers with high-risk computer infections.
Furthermore, as with many other PUAs, CintaNotes collects browsing-related data such as IP addresses, website URLs visited, pages viewed, search queries, and other data that might contain personal details. Later, developers share these details with third parties (potentially, cyber criminals) who misuse private data to generate revenue.
Having this application installed could thus result in various privacy issues or even identity theft. We recommend that you uninstall CintaNotes adware immediately.
| Name | Ads by CintaNotes |
| Threat Type | Adware, Unwanted ads, Pop-up Virus |
| Symptoms | Seeing advertisements not originating from the sites you are browsing. Intrusive pop-up ads. Decreased Internet browsing speed. |
| Distribution methods | Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake flash player installers. |
| Damage | Decreased computer performance, browser tracking - privacy issues, possible additional malware infections. |
| Malware Removal (Windows) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your computer with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
There are many adware type applications on the internet (including, for example, TigerTrade, HidenGate, and SystemNanoPacks) that are very similar or identical to CintaNotes. They are typically promoted by offering various "useful" features or tools, however, most are used generate revenue for developers and do not deliver the offered functions or give any other real value.
How did CintaNotes install on my computer?
CintaNotes can be installed by downloading it from its official website or together with other third party software. Developers often use a deceptive marketing method called "bundling", stealth installation of potentially unwanted applications such as the CintaNotes.
As a rule, developers hide these applications in the settings or options (such as "Custom", "Advanced", and so on) of the installation processes.
Therefore, these installations are not properly disclosed. PUA developers are aware that users often skip installation steps without checking these settings, and use this behavior to their advantage. Potentially unwanted applications can also be installed when clicking various ads, especially when visiting untrustworthy websites.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
Install software carefully. Do not skip installation steps without studying them carefully. If the software is free, then it is likely that it is also ad-supportive. Check the installation settings and options (such as "Custom", "Advanced" settings, etc.). Opt-out of unwanted extras and only then finish the installation.
Avoid downloading software from untrustworthy/unofficial websites (or other sources) or torrents. We recommend that you use official sources only. Do not click suspicious ads, especially if you are visiting an untrustworthy/unofficial website.
If you happen to click an intrusive ads that redirects you to pornography, adult dating, gambling, or other similar websites, close it immediately and remove any unwanted or suspicious extensions, add-ons, and plug-ins from your browser, and programs from your operating system.
If your computer is already infected with CintaNotes, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this adware.
Screenshot of official CintaNotes adware installation setup:
Screenshot of deceptive free software installer distributing CintaNotes adware:
Instant automatic malware removal:
Manual threat removal might be a lengthy and complicated process that requires advanced IT skills. Combo Cleaner is a professional automatic malware removal tool that is recommended to get rid of malware. Download it by clicking the button below:
▼ DOWNLOAD Combo Cleaner
By downloading any software listed on this website you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. To use full-featured product, you have to purchase a license for Combo Cleaner. 7 days free trial available. Combo Cleaner is owned and operated by Rcs Lt, the parent company of PCRisk.com read more.
Quick menu:
- What is CintaNotes?
- STEP 1. Uninstall CintaNotes application using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove CintaNotes adware from Internet Explorer.
- STEP 3. Remove CintaNotes ads from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove 'Ads by CintaNotes' from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 5. Remove CintaNotes extension from Safari.
- STEP 6. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
CintaNotes 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 "CintaNotes", select this entry and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".
After uninstalling the potentially unwanted application that causes CintaNotes ads, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.
Remove CintaNotes adware from Internet browsers:
At time of research, CintaNotes did not install its browser plug-ins on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, or Mozilla Firefox, however, it was bundled with other adware. Therefore, you are advised to remove all potentially unwanted browser add-ons from your Internet browsers.
Video showing how to remove potentially unwanted browser add-ons:
Remove malicious add-ons from Internet Explorer:
Click the "gear" icon 
(at the top right corner of Internet Explorer), select "Manage Add-ons". Look for any recently-installed suspicious browser extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by cintanotes, reset your Internet Explorer settings to default.
Windows XP users: Click Start, click Run, in the opened window type inetcpl.cpl In the opened window click the Advanced tab, then click Reset.
Windows Vista and Windows 7 users: Click the Windows logo, in the start search box type inetcpl.cpl and click enter. In the opened window click the Advanced tab, then click Reset.
Windows 8 users: Open Internet Explorer and click the gear icon. Select Internet Options.
In the opened window, select the Advanced tab.
Click the Reset button.
Confirm that you wish to reset Internet Explorer settings to default by clicking the Reset button.
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 all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons and remove them.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by cintanotes, 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". Click on "Extensions", in the opened window, remove all recently-installed suspicious browser plug-ins.
Optional method:
Computer users who have problems with ads by cintanotes 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 cintanotes, 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.
Post a comment:
If you have additional information on ads by cintanotes or it's removal please share your knowledge in the comments section below.
Outstanding!
▼ Show Discussion