How to remove Stop AdBlocker from a web browser
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of application is Stop AdBlocker?
We have tested the Stop AdBlocker browser extension and found that it operates as an advertising-supported application. It displays intrusive advertisements. Also, Stop AdBlocker can read and change data on all websites. We have discovered Stop AdBlocker on a shady web page.
Stop AdBlocker overview
Ads displayed by adware often promote questionable (and potentially malicious) websites and applications. Clicking advertisements shown by Stop AdBlocker can lead to phishing websites, technical support scam pages, websites used to promote shady software, etc.
Those pages can be used to trick visitors into providing sensitive information, downloading questionable software, paying for fake or unnecessary services (or products), providing remote access to computers, etc.
Moreover, clicking ads shown by adware can cause unwanted downloads or even installations. Thus, it is recommended not to trust Stop AdBlocker and similar apps. In addition to generating ads, Stop AdBlocker can read data on websites. Its developers may be tracking users and selling obtained information to third parties or misusing it in other ways.
| Name | Ads by Stop AdBlocker |
| 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. |
More about adware
Advertising-supported apps can operate as browser hijackers. In such cases, they promote fake or shady search engines by changing the settings of web browsers. Usually, the affected settings are the default search engine, homepage, and new tab page. Shady search engines can promote dubious pages, show deceptive ads, etc.
Examples of different adware-type apps are Image Downloader, Adblock Web, and Simple Dark Theme.
How did adware install on my computer?
We discovered Stop AdBlocker on a questionable website. We added it to a browser after following the instructions on that page. It is known that Stop AdBlocker also has its "official" page. Another popular way to distribute adware is to bundle it with other software.
Software (typically freeware) bundled with adware has "Advanced", "Custom", or similar settings in its installers. Users install adware when they finish installations without changing those settings (without deselecting unwanted apps included in installers). Clicking shady ads can cause unwanted downloads and installations too.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download applications (and files) from official pages and stores. Do not trust ads on shady websites or ads that offer to download software. Also, do not use P2P networks, third-party downloaders, questionable pages, etc., as sources for downloading software.
Avoid finishing software installations without checking installers for additionally included apps and deselecting them. If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.
Websites promoting Stop AdBlocker adware:
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Quick menu:
- What is Stop AdBlocker?
- 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 Stop AdBlocker adware using Combo Cleaner:
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 "Stop AdBlocker" and other recently-installed suspicious extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by stop adblocker, 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 stop adblocker 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 stop adblocker, 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?
It can slow down a computer and diminish the web browsing experience. In some cases, adware can invade privacy.
What does adware do?
Software of this type shows annoying advertisements. Also, it can operate as a browser hijacker to promote shady search engines.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Usually, they earn money from affiliate programs for promoting various products, services, pages, etc.
Will Combo Cleaner remove Stop AdBlocker adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will remove adware from the operating system. It is worth mentioning that it can be difficult to remove adware manually without leaving its data in the system. Combo Cleaner removes adware completely.
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