ScreenRecorder Adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is ScreenRecorder?
The ScreenRecorder application is promoted as screen recording software that allows users to record their screens and save them in different file formats.
This app may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is an adware-type app and potentially unwanted application (PUA). ScreenRecorder is often installed inadvertently, displays intrusive advertisements, and collects data.
ScreenRecorded is known as adware due to the type of ads delivered, which are mostly coupons, banners, surveys, and pop-ups. They are displayed using tools that enable placement of third party graphical content on any site and conceal underlying content, thus diminishing the browsing experience.
They lead to untrustworthy/potentially malicious websites and execute scripts designed to download and install other potentially unwanted applications or even malware. Clicking them can result in high-risk computer infections.
Another downside of ScreenRecorder is that it collects data (such as IP addresses, keystrokes, visited websites, search queries, geo-locations, and so on).
Some of the collected data might contain personal or sensitive information that is shared with third parties (potentially, cyber criminals) and misused to generate revenue. This situation can lead to privacy issues or even identity theft. We strongly recommend users to uninstall ScreenRecorder immediately.
| Name | Ads by ScreenRecorder |
| 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 applications, all of which are similar or identical. PQwick, Media Player 1004, and CintaNotes are just some examples of other adware-type applications that share the same purpose as ScreenRecorder - to generate revenue by delivering intrusive ads and collecting data.
As a rule, these applications deliver none of the functionality promised and pose a direct threat to your privacy and web browsing safety.
How did ScreenRecorder install on my computer?
ScreenRecorder has an official download website and can be installed via third party software, however, applications of this type are more commonly installed inadvertently. Software developers use a deceptive marketing method called "bundling" to trick users into installing potentially unwanted applications.
"Bundling" is stealth installation of potentially unwanted applications together with regular software. Furthermore, many users skip installation steps and, aware of this, developers hide bundled apps in "Custom", "Advanced" and other similar sections of the installation processes.
In summary, these installations are not properly disclosed and by skipping the installation steps, users allow apps such as ScreenRecorder to be installed without their knowledge. Intrusive ads can also cause these unwanted installations.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
Do not skip software installation steps, especially if it is free software. Check all available "Custom", "Advanced (and other similar) options and settings of the installation processes. Deselect any unwanted offers (additional software) and only then proceed to the next step or finish the installation.
Download software using official sources and avoid using third party software downloaders/installers or torrents. Today, many intrusive ads appear legitimate, however, they often lead to suspicious/untrustworthy websites (such as pornography, adult dating, gambling, etc.).
If you are redirected to a dubious website after clicking an intrusive ad, quit the website immediately and check installed extensions/add-ons/plug-ins on your browser.
Remove unwanted/unknown extensions or other similar applications. Also check for installed suspicious programs on your computer and uninstall them. If your computer is already infected with ScreenRecorder, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this adware.
Screenshot of ScreenRecorded app:
Screenshot of official ScreenRecorder adware installation setup:
Screenshot of deceptive free software installer distributing ScreenRecorder:
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Quick menu:
- What is ScreenRecorder?
- STEP 1. Uninstall ScreenRecorder application using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove ScreenRecorder adware from Internet Explorer.
- STEP 3. Remove ScreenRecorder ads from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove 'Ads by ScreenRecorder' from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 5. Remove ScreenRecorder extension from Safari.
- STEP 6. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
ScreenRecorder 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 "ScreenRecorder", select this entry and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".
After uninstalling the potentially unwanted application that causes ScreenRecorder ads, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.
Remove ScreenRecorder adware from Internet browsers:
At time of research, ScreenRecorder 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 screenrecorder, 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 screenrecorder, 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 screenrecorder 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 screenrecorder, 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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