DPower Adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is DPower?
According to developers, the DPower application supposedly provides "useful" tools and features. This app may seem legitimate, however, most users install it unintentionally. Applications of this type are categorized as potentially unwanted applications (PUAs). This one in particular is an adware-type application that delivers intrusive ads and collects data.
After installation, DPower begins to deliver coupons, banners, pop-ups, surveys and other similar advertisements. These are typically displayed via tools that enable placement of third party graphical content on any site and conceal underlying content.
By delivering these ads, DPower diminishes the browsing experience and causes more serious problems such as computer infections. When clicked, some of the ads redirect to untrustworthy sites that contain malicious content. Furthermore, DPower gathers various data including IP addresses, geo-locations, keystrokes, URLs of visited websites, search queries, etc.
There is also a possibility that the app will collect personal/sensitive information that is used to generate revenue by selling/sharing it with third parties (potentially, cyber criminals). Users may thus experience privacy issues, browsing safety problems, or even encounter identity theft.
| Name | Ads by DPower |
| 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. |
The Internet is full of potentially unwanted applications (adware). Some examples of other PUAs similar to DPower are Facebook AdBlocker, QuizFunWow, and AppMaster. According to their developers, these potentially unwanted applications supposedly provide "useful" features, however, they are designed only to generate revenue by collecting/sharing data and delivering ads.
How did DPower install on my computer?
Many potentially unwanted applications are available for download on their official websites, however, as mentioned above, these apps are usually installed without users' content. Software developers use the so-called "bundling" method to trick users into installing them. Bundling is stealth installation of PUAs with other (regular) software.
As a rule, information about bundled applications is not properly disclosed - software developers hide these potentially unwanted apps in "Advanced", "Custom" and other settings/options of the installation processes. Furthermore, many users often rush the installation process by skipping steps - the most common reason for unintentional installation of PUAs.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
Pay attention to the details when installing software. Check the "Custom", "Advanced", and other settings. Opt-out of/deselect additionally-included software. Only then finish the installation. Choose trustworthy and official sources only for downloading software. Avoid using torrents and third party downloaders (or installers).
Bear in mind that most advertisements may seem legitimate, but they can redirect to untrustworthy/potentially malicious websites.
If an ad causes a redirect to a suspicious site (gambling, adult dating, pornography, and so on), close the newly-opened window/tab and check the list of installed browser extensions, add-ons, and plug-ins and remove unwanted/unknown entries.
If your computer is already infected with DPower, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this 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:
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Quick menu:
- What is DPower?
- STEP 1. Uninstall DPower application using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove DPower adware from Internet Explorer.
- STEP 3. Remove DPower ads from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove 'Ads by DPower' from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 5. Remove DPower extension from Safari.
- STEP 6. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
DPower 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 "DPower", select this entry and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".
After uninstalling the potentially unwanted application that causes DPower ads, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.
Remove DPower adware from Internet browsers:
At time of research, DPower 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 dpower, 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 dpower, 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 dpower 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 dpower, 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 dpower or it's removal please share your knowledge in the comments section below.
DPower removal instructions
What is DPower?
According to developers, the DPower application supposedly provides "useful" tools and features. This app may seem legitimate, however, most users install it unintentionally. Applications of this type are categorized as potentially unwanted applications (PUAs). This one in particular is an adware-type application that delivers intrusive ads and collects data.
After installation, DPower begins to deliver coupons, banners, pop-ups, surveys and other similar advertisements. These are typically displayed via tools that enable placement of third party graphical content on any site and conceal underlying content.
By delivering these ads, DPower diminishes the browsing experience and causes more serious problems such as computer infections. When clicked, some if the ads redirect untrustworthy sites that contain malicious content. Furthermore, DPower gathers various data including IP addresses, geo-locations, keystrokes, URLs of visited websites, search queries, etc.
There is also a possibility that it will collect personal or sensitive information that is used to generate revenue by selling/sharing it with third parties (potentially, cyber criminals). Users might thus experience privacy issues, browsing safety problems, or even encounter identity theft.
| Name | Ads by DPower |
| 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. |
The Internet is full of potentially unwanted applications (adware). Some examples of other PUAs similar to DPower are Facebook AdBlocker, QuizFunWow, and AppMaster. According to their developers, these potentially unwanted applications supposedly provide "useful" features, however, they are designed only to generate revenue by collecting/sharing data and delivering ads.
How did DPower install on my computer?
Many potentially unwanted applications are available for download on their official websites, however, as mentioned above, these apps are usually installed without users' content. Software developers use the so-called "bundling" method to trick users into installing them. Bundling is stealth installation of PUAs with other (regular) software.
As a rule, information about bundled applications is not properly disclosed - software developers hide these potentially unwanted apps in "Advanced", "Custom" and other settings/options of the installation processes. Furthermore, many users often rush the installation process by skipping steps - the most common reason for unintentional installation of PUAs.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
Pay attention to the details when installing software. Check the "Custom", "Advanced", and other settings. Opt-out of/deselect additionally-included software. Only then finish the installation. Choose trustworthy and official sources only for downloading software. Avoid using torrents and third party downloaders (or installers).
Bear in mind that most advertisements may seem legitimate, but they can redirect to untrustworthy/potentially malicious websites. If an ad causes a redirect to a suspicious site (gambling, adult dating, pornography, and so on), close the newly-opened window/tab and check the list of installed browser extensions, add-ons, and plug-ins and remove unwanted/unknown entries.
If your computer is already infected with DPower, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this 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 DPower?
- STEP 1. Uninstall DPower application using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove DPower adware from Internet Explorer.
- STEP 3. Remove DPower ads from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove 'Ads by DPower' from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 5. Remove DPower extension from Safari.
- STEP 6. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
DPower 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 "DPower", select this entry and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".
After uninstalling the potentially unwanted application that causes DPower ads, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.
Remove DPower adware from Internet browsers:
At time of research, DPower 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 dpower, 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 dpower, 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 dpower 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 dpower, 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 dpower or it's removal please share your knowledge in the comments section below.
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