How to stop receiving ads from fullpcchain.com
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of page is fullpcchain[.]com?
While examining web pages associated with unreliable advertising networks, we came across fullpcchain[.]com. Our investigation uncovered that fullpcchain[.]com is an untrustworthy website that promotes the "McAfee - Your PC is infected with 5 viruses!" scam. Additionally, fullpcchain[.]com requests permission to show notifications.
Fullpcchain[.]com in detail
When you access fullpcchain[.]com, the website performs a simulated system scan and displays a deceptive message claiming that your computer is infected with five viruses. This misleading alert creates a false sense of urgency, suggesting that these supposed viruses pose a threat to the security of your system and your sensitive information, including personal data and banking details.
When visiting fullpcchain[.]com, users are encouraged to initiate a scan using McAfee Antivirus to remove the alleged threats detected by the website. However, it is important to note that fullpcchain[.]com is not owned or created by the McAfee company. Fullpcchain[.]com is created by affiliates who generate commissions by promoting and selling McAfee antivirus subscriptions using their specific affiliate links.
In addition to using scare tactics to advertise genuine antivirus software, fullpcchain[.]com wants to show notifications. However, it is important to know that these notifications can promote deceptive schemes, potentially harmful websites, unreliable applications, and other questionable content.
We found that notifications from fullpcchain[.]com aim to create a sense of urgency and concern by emphasizing the high frequency of malware attacks and the presence of a specific threat on the user's device. They urge a user to take immediate action by clicking the provided link to remove the "detected" malware.
Name | Ads by fullpcchain.com |
Threat Type | Push notifications ads, Unwanted ads, Pop-up ads |
Detection Names | N/A (VirusTotal) |
Serving IP Address | 172.67.134.51 |
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, false claims within visited websites, unwanted applications (adware) |
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. |
More about similar pages
Usually, users do not directly access websites like fullpcchain[.]com. Instead, they are redirected to such sites through other dubious sources, including illegal movie streaming or torrent sites, deceptive advertisements, or adware-type programs installed on their devices.
There are numerous examples of websites that share similarities with sites like fullpcchain[.]com. Some examples are heavypcchained[.]com, fulldesktopcontrol[.]com, and pclifedesktop[.]com.
How did fullpcchain[.]com gain permission to deliver spam notifications?
Websites can show notifications only when users have clicked the "Allow" (or similar) button. Websites such as fullpcchain[.]com employ clickbait strategies to trick users into granting permission for notification display. Therefore, if fullpcchain[.]com is displaying notifications, it indicates that permission has been given for that purpose.
How to prevent deceptive sites from delivering spam notifications?
Users have the option to reject requests to display notifications by clicking on buttons like "Block", "Block Notifications", or similar options, depending on the browser, or by closing suspicious pages. It is advisable not to click the "Allow" button when visiting questionable websites.
If you are receiving unwanted notifications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.
Appearance of fullpcchain[.]com website (GIF):
Notification from fullpcchain[.]com:
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Quick menu:
- What is Ads by fullpcchain.com?
- STEP 1. Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome
- STEP 2. Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome (Android)
- STEP 3. Remove spam notifications from Mozilla Firefox
- STEP 4. Remove spam notifications from Microsoft Edge
- STEP 5. Remove spam notifications from Safari (macOS)
Disable unwanted browser notifications:
Video showing how to disable web browser notifications:
Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome:
Click the Menu button (three dots) on the right upper corner of the screen and select "Settings". In the opened window select "Privacy and security", then click on "Site Settings" and choose "Notifications".
In the "Allowed to send notifications" list search for websites that you want to stop receiving notifications from. Click on the three dots icon near the website URL and click "Block" or "Remove" (if you click "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).
Remove spam notifications from Google Chrome (Android):
Tap the Menu button (three dots) on the right upper corner of the screen and select "Settings". Scroll down, tap on "Site settings" and then "Notifications".
In the opened window, locate all suspicious URLs and tap on them one-by-one. Once the pop-up shows up, select either "Block" or "Remove" (if you tap "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).
Remove spam notifications from Mozilla Firefox:
Click the Menu button (three bars) on the right upper corner of the screen. Select "Settings" and click on "Privacy & Security" in the toolbar on the left hand side of the screen. Scroll down to the "Permissions" section and click the "Settings" button next to "Notifications".
In the opened window, locate all suspicious URLs and block them using the drop-down menu or either remove them by clicking "Remove Website" at the bottom of the window (if you click "Remove Website" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).
Remove spam notifications from Microsoft Edge:
Click the menu button (three dots) on the right upper corner of the Edge window and select "Settings". Click on "Cookies and site permissions" in the toolbar on the left hand side of the screen and select "Notifications".
Click three dots on the right hand side of each suspicious URL under "Allow" section and click "Block" or "Remove" (if you click "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again).
Remove spam notifications from Safari (macOS):
Click "Safari" button on the left upper corner of the screen and select "Preferences...". Select the "Websites" tab and then select "Notifications" section on the left pane.
Check for suspicious URLs and apply the "Deny" option using the drop-down menu or either remove them by clicking "Remove" at the bottom of the window (if you click "Remove" and visit the malicious site once more, it will ask to enable notifications again)
How to avoid browser notification spam?
Internet users should be very skeptical when being asked to allow notifications. While this is a useful feature that allows you to receive timely news from websites you like, deceptive marketers frequently abuse it.
Only allow notifications from websites that you fully trust. For added security - use an anti-malware application with a real-time web browsing monitor to block shady websites that tries to trick you into allowing spam notifications. We recommend using Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why am I seeing ads (browser notifications) delivered by fullpcchain[.]com in the right lower corner of my desktop?
In order for a website to send browser notifications, the user must grant permission. This indicates that you have visited fullpcchain[.]com and given it permission to display notifications.
I have clicked on notification ads, is my computer infected?
Clicking a notification does not pose any immediate harm. However, it is important to be cautious as the websites that these ads lead to may be malicious or contain harmful content.
Is fullpcchain[.]com a virus?
No, websites like fullpcchain[.]com are not categorized as viruses, but they can facilitate the promotion of malicious content. Such websites often endorse scams, untrustworthy software, and even malware, making them a potential source of harm and danger.
Will Combo Cleaner remove fullpcchain[.]com ads automatically or manual steps are still required?
Combo Cleaner provides comprehensive scanning and removal capabilities to eliminate any permissions granted to malicious websites like fullpcchain[.]com. By running Combo Cleaner on your computer, it will scan for and remove any traces of permissions associated with the site, ensuring that further access to the site is blocked. This process eliminates the need for additional steps or actions on your part.
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