ArcadeFunNetwork Adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is ArcadeFunNetwork?
According to developers, ArcadeFunNetwork provides easy access to thousands of games that users can play free of charge.
This application may seem legitimate and useful for online gamers, however, apps such as ArcadeFunNetwork are usually installed without users' knowledge, and are thus categorized as potentially unwanted applications (PUA). ArcadeFunNetwork is an adware-type app that delivers intrusive ads and collects information.
When installed, ArcadeFunNetwork affects browsers by displaying coupons, banners, pop-ups, surveys, etc. These are displayed using tools that enable placement of third party graphical content on any site and conceal underlying content, thereby significantly diminishing the browsing experience.
Furthermore, if clicked, they often redirect to other untrustworthy/potentially malicious sites - in this way, users could end up having their computers infected with high-risk infections. PUAs such as ArcadeFunNetwork are designed not only to deliver ads, but also to collect user-system information.
Collected data consists of IP addresses, search queries, geo-locations, URLs of visited websites, keystrokes, and so on. In some cases, PUAs also gather personal/sensitive data that is shared with third parties (potentially cyber criminals) - this is how developers generate revenue.
By having PUAs installed, users might start experiencing privacy/browsing safety issues or encounter more serious problems such as identity theft. We recommend that you uninstall potentially unwanted applications such as ArcadeFunNetwork immediately.
| Name | Ads by Arcade Fun Network |
| 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. |
ArcadeFunNetwork is one of many adware-type PUAs available and is very similar to other apps of this type, such as Search Monkeys, DPower, Video AdBlocker, etc. These apps supposedly provide "useful" features, but their actual purpose is to generate revenue by delivering ads and gathering data.
How did ArcadeFunNetwork install on my computer?
ArcadeFunNetwork can be downloaded from its official website, however, potentially unwanted applications are often installed together with regular software using a deceptive marketing method called "bundling". Software developers hide bundled apps in "Custom", "Advanced", "Manual" and other similar settings of the installation processes.
Therefore, information about the presence of bundled apps is not properly disclosed, and users often skip installation steps without paying attention to the details. That is how users are tricked into installing unwanted apps without their knowledge.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
When downloading software, avoid using untrustworthy sources (such as torrents or third party software downloaders). Use only official, trustworthy websites (or other sources) and direct links. Be patient during installation. Do not skip steps without first checking "Custom", "Advanced" and other additional options.
Deselect all additional software/applications and only then finish the installation process (or proceed to the next step). Be careful with intrusive ads, especially those displayed on untrustworthy websites.
If you happen to click an advertisement that redirects you to a suspicious website (gambling, adult dating, pornography, and so on), close it and check the list of installed extensions (or add-ons and plug-ins) on your browser and remove all unknown/unwanted entries immediately.
If your computer is already infected with ArcadeFunNetwork, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this adware.
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Quick menu:
- What is ArcadeFunNetwork?
- STEP 1. Uninstall ArcadeFunNetwork application using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove ArcadeFunNetwork adware from Internet Explorer.
- STEP 3. Remove ArcadeFunNetwork ads from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove 'Ads by ArcadeFunNetwork' from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 5. Remove ArcadeFunNetwork extension from Safari.
- STEP 6. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
ArcadeFunNetwork 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 "ArcadeFunNetwork", select this entry and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".
After uninstalling the potentially unwanted application that causes ArcadeFunNetwork ads, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.
Remove ArcadeFunNetwork adware from 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 "ArcadeFunNetwork", select this entry and click "Remove".
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by arcade fun network, 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 "ArcadeFunNetwork", select this entry and click the trash can icon.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by arcade fun network, 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 "Extensions", in the opened window, remove "ArcadeFunNetwork".
Optional method:
Computer users who have problems with ads by arcade fun network 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 arcade fun network, 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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