How to remove Audio Player Plus from your browser
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is Audio Player Plus?
Upon analyzing the Audio Player Plus application, our team observed that it exhibits intrusive advertisements. Applications that inundate users with ads are categorized as adware. We stumbled upon Audio Player Plus while scrutinizing a dubious website. It is not uncommon for adware to be promoted and distributed using shady methods.
Audio Player Plus overview
Audio Player Plus is promoted as an extension that allows listening to any audio format. It is also designed to display advertisements on affected devices. It functions as adware. It is important to note that not all adware is malicious, and some legitimate applications may display advertisements to generate revenue.
Some adware can be harmful and intrusive. It can track data related to browsing habits and display targeted ads based on the interests and preferences of users. This can lead to a compromised user experience, as well as potential privacy concerns. We found that Audio Player Plus can read and change all data on all websites.
Also, adware can display pop-up ads that appear legitimate but redirect users to harmful sites. These sites can be designed to steal personal information or infect devices with malware. Sometimes, ads displayed by adware can be designed to cause unwanted downloads and installations.
| Name | Ads by Audio Player Plus |
| 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), 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
Some adware is designed to take over a user's browser and change their homepage, search engine, or other browser settings without permission. This can be a frustrating and intrusive experience for users, as it can be difficult to revert these changes and remove the adware from their devices.
Browser-hijacking adware can also redirect users to harmful websites or display misleading pop-up ads that trick users into downloading additional malware or providing personal information.
More examples of advertising-supported apps are Ultimate Files Downloader, Tab Manager, and Online Radio.
How did adware install on my computer?
Our team discovered Audio Player Plus on a page supposedly promoting an Internet security tool that claims to provide multiple functions, such as blocking malware, speeding up browsing, and protecting privacy. The website encourages users to click the "Accept and Continue" button to proceed to the Chrome Web Store and download the extension.
Also, users can install adware unknowingly by clicking on links or pop-up ads that lead to malicious websites. Adware may also be bundled with legitimate software. In such cases, users install (or add) it when they do not opt out of any additional software or toolbars included in software installers.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Users should only download software from reputable sources (e.g., official pages and stores) and carefully read through installation processes (check available options such as "Custom" or "Advanced") to avoid installing additional software or toolbars.
Users should also be cautious when visiting dubious websites or clicking on ads, as these can lead to the installation of adware. It is also advisable to run regular system scans using reputable antivirus software to remove potential threats. If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.
Deceptive page offering to download Audio Player Plus website (GIF):
Official page promoting Audio Player Plus:
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Quick menu:
- What is Audio Player Plus?
- 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 Audio Player Plus 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 "Audio Player Plus" or other suspicious extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the ads by audio player plus, 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 audio player plus 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 audio player plus, 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 the device, cause frequent crashes or freezes, and display unwanted pop-up ads and redirects. Additionally, some adware can collect personal information and browsing data, which can be sold to third-party advertisers or used for malicious purposes.
What does adware do?
Adware displays unwanted ads on a user's device. Adware can also collect information about a user's browsing habits and personal information and hijack web browsers.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware creators typically earn money by advertising various products, websites, or services, often through affiliate programs. The majority of their revenue comes from these programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove Audio Player Plus adware?
Combo Cleaner is capable of scanning your computer and removing all installed adware applications. It is worth mentioning that manual removal may not be a complete solution as some file leftovers can remain hidden in the system.
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