How to stop the protocpz.xyz page from delivering notifications (ads)

What kind of page is protocpz[.]xyz?

Protocpz[.]xyz is a rogue page that we discovered while investigating dubious websites. It operates by pushing browser notification spam and redirecting visitors to other (likely unreliable/harmful) webpages. Users primarily access pages like protocpz[.]xyz via redirects generated by sites employing rogue advertising networks.

Protocpz[.]xyz overview

It must be mentioned that the content encountered on and through rogue websites might differ depending on the visitor's IP address (geolocation). At the time of research, protocpz[.]xyz used fake CAPTCHA verification to promote its notifications (ads).

The site first displayed a checkable box beside the statement – "I'm not a robot", the following information was provided below – "We have registered suspicious traffic coming from your network. Using this page, we will be able to determine that you are not the robot.".

After the box was checked, the webpage instructed to – "Press 'Allow' to prove you are not a robot." – however, this button gives protocpz[.]xyz permission to deliver browser notifications rather than serve as a part of some verification process.

The notifications/advertisements endorse online scams, unreliable/harmful software, and even malware. Therefore, through webpages like protocpz[.]xyz – users can experience system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by protocpz.xyz
Threat Type	Push notifications ads, Unwanted ads, Pop-up ads
Detection Names	Bfore.Ai PreCrime (Malicious), Forcepoint ThreatSeeker (Suspicious), Full List Of Detections (VirusTotal)
Serving IP Address	5.45.112.153
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, potentially unwanted applications (adware)
Damage	Decreased computer performance, browser tracking - privacy issues, possible additional malware infections.
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Browser notification spam in general

We have investigated thousands of rogue pages; iamadsnews[.]com, mithrilminer[.]top, and worldcoolnewz[.]com are merely a few examples.

These websites deliver browser notifications that promote deceptive/malicious content. Note that any genuine products/services encountered through these adverts are most likely endorsed by scammers who seek to acquire illegitimate commissions.

How did protocpz[.]xyz gain permission to deliver spam notifications?

Websites need user permission to deliver browser notifications. Hence, if you are receiving these ads from protocpz[.]xyz – it means that you have likely accessed it and clicked "Allow", "Allow Notifications", or a similar option presented on this webpage.

How to prevent deceptive sites from delivering spam notifications?

If you enter a suspicious webpage – do not permit it to deliver browser notifications (i.e., do not press "Allow", "Allow Notifications", etc.). We advise ignoring or denying notification requests from such sites (i.e., clicking "Block", "Block Notifications", etc.).

Should you keep experiencing continuous redirects to questionable websites, it could be due to adware installed onto the browser or system. If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.

Appearance of the protocpz[.]xyz website (GIF):

Video showing how to eliminate ads delivered by protocpz[.]xyz using Combo Cleaner:

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Quick menu:

• What is Ads by protocpz.xyz?
• 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 protocpz[.]xyz in the right lower corner of my desktop?

Websites can only deliver browser notifications with user consent. Hence, you've likely visited protocpz[.]xyz and pressed "Allow", "Allow Notifications", or a similar option presented on this page.

I have clicked on notification ads, is my computer infected?

While clicking on a browser notification is harmless in itself, that does not apply to the content these ads endorse. Spam notifications commonly promote deceptive/dangerous sites and software, which are capable of causing serious problems (including malware infections).

Is protocpz[.]xyz a virus?

Websites like protocpz[.]xyz are not classified as viruses, but they can endorse virulent content. Rogue pages typically push online scams, unreliable/dangerous software, and even malware.

Will Combo Cleaner remove protocpz[.]xyz ads automatically or manual steps are still required?

Yes, Combo Cleaner can scan devices and revoke the permissions given to the protocpz[.]xyz page. It can also restrict further access to this and other rogue, deceptive, and malicious websites. Therefore, no additional steps will be necessary.

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