How to remove Dark Display adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is Dark Display?
We have discovered the Dark Display application while examining shady websites and inspecting deceptive advertisements. We learned that Dark Display is supposed to provide a dark mode for web browsers but functions as adware (it shows unwanted advertisements).
Dark Display in detail
After testing many advertising-supported applications promoted using questionable methods, we found that apps like Dark Display show mainly untrustworthy ads. Clicking those ads can open shady websites promoting potentially malicious apps, various scam pages, phishing websites, etc. In some cases, ads generated by adware can cause unwanted downloads and installations.
Dark Display not only displays ads but also reads (and changes) data on all visited pages. Having this app added to a web browser can lead to problems related to online privacy and browsing safety. It is worth mentioning that apps similar to Dark Display can be designed to hijack web browsers/promote fake search engines.
| Name | Ads by Dark Display |
| 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. |
Adware in general
Advertising-supported applications display intrusive advertisements (e.g., banners, coupons, pop-up ads). Most of them are promoted as useful/legitimate apps. Users often download and install apps of this type inadvertently. Examples of different adware-type apps are Dark Mode Online, Skip Over Ads, and MinimalLight.
How did adware install on my computer?
Adware-type applications often get installed after following the instructions provided by deceptive websites. In some cases, they have "official" pages. Also, adware is often distributed by bundling it with other software and through shady advertisements.
Adware gets installed alongside other software after finishing the installation process without changing the settings provided in the installer. In most cases, such installers have "Custom", "Advanced", "Manual", or similar settings (or ticked checkboxes).
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Do not click on advertisements displayed on shady websites or allow such pages to show notifications. Download applications (and files) from legitimate sources (official pages and stores). Avoid using unofficial pages, third-party downloaders, P2P networks, etc.
Deselect optional downloads/installations (unwanted applications) before downloading/installing software. It can be achieved by changing the settings (like "Custom", "Advanced") provided in downloaders/installers. If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.
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Quick menu:
- What is Dark Display?
- 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 "Dark Display" and other suspicious extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by dark display, 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 dark display 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 dark display, 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?
Typically, adware shows ads that conceal the contents of visited pages. Thus, it diminishes the web browsing experience. Also, it can cause unwanted redirects (open shady pages), slow down a computer, and even invade privacy.
What does adware do?
Adware displays intrusive advertisements. In some cases, it not only shows ads but also manipulates the settings of a web browser and collects information.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
It is known that most adware developers participate in affiliate programs to promote products, services, web pages, etc.
Will Combo Cleaner remove Dark Display adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner can remove adware and other unwanted software. It does not leave any files or other components belonging to adware after the removal (which can and often does happen after a manual removal).
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