How to stop Re-captha-version sites from sending notifications
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is re-captha-version?
Upon examination, we have identified that re-captha-version comprises a collection of domains featuring numerical variations within their URLs. For instance, re-captha-version-2-11[.]top and re-captha-version-2-13[.]top exemplify this pattern. Additionally, the top level domains also differ. Examples include .top, .icu, .buzz, .com and .fun. The primary objective across all these sites is to deceive visitors into consenting to receive notifications.
Re-captha-version pages in detail
Re-captha-version sites have different designs, for example, they show misleading messages instructing visitors to click the "Allow" button to verify that they are not robots (to pass a CAPTCHA) or watch a video via a fake video player. In all cases, these sites aim to trick visitors into allowing them to send notifications.
Websites that use clickbait or other deceptive methods to receive permission to show notifications cannot be trusted and should never be granted such permission. As a rule, notifications coming from such pages lead users to other untrustworthy and potentially malicious sites.
These notifications could open phishing pages that mimic legitimate websites, aiming to trick users into revealing sensitive information such as usernames, passwords, or financial details. Also, they may be part of tech support scams, urging users to call a fake support number or provide personal information.
Furthermore, such notifications could direct users to malicious websites designed to distribute malware or deceptive sites crafter to trick users into subscribing to premium services or making unintended purchases. Some notifications may perpetuate the deception, leading users into a cycle of clicking on misleading content or engaging in deceptive actions.
Therefore, it is strongly recommended not to trust any of the re-captha-version pages or agree to receive notifications from them. Another reason to avoid visiting such pages is that they can redirect users to other misleading sites.
| Name | Ads by re-captha-version |
| Threat Type | Push notifications ads, Unwanted ads, Pop-up ads |
| Observed Domains | re-captha-version-2-11[.]top, re-captha-version-2-13[.]top, re-captha-version-3-21[.]top, re-captha-version-3-23[.]top, re-captha-version-3-25[.]top, re-captha-version-3-27[.]top, re-captha-version-3-45[.]top, re-captha-version-3-21.icu, re-captha-version-3-22.icu, re-captha-version-3-27[.]fun, re-captha-version-3-25[.]buzz, re-captha-version-3-71[.]top, re-captha-version-3-73[.]com, re-captha-version-3-73[.]fun, re-captha-version-3-16[.]live, re-captha-version-3-18[.]live, re-captha-version-3-18[.]com, re-captha-version-3-23[.]xyz, re-captha-version-3-22[.]com, re-captha-version-3-253[.]buzz, re-captha-version-3-243[.]buzz, re-captha-version-3-223[.]buzz, re-captha-version-3-263[.]buzz, re-captha-version-3-267[.]buzz, re-captha-version-5-1[.]com, and others. |
| 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. |
Conclusion
Most of these pages feature enticing content or clickbait messages, instructing users to click the "Allow" button under the guise of proving their humanity or accessing specific content. Once permission is granted, the consequences can range from inundating users with unwanted advertisements and fraudulent subscription prompts to directing them to malicious websites or engaging in privacy-invading activities.
Examples of similar sites are nvideas[.]site, bestpenad[.]com, and ptbqre[.]com.
How did re-captha-version gain permission to deliver spam notifications?
In order to deliver notifications, websites seek users' approval through actions such as clicking the "Allow" button provided by the browser. Therefore, the re-captha-version site, or multiple sites, showcases notifications because it has acquired the required permission.
How to prevent deceptive sites from delivering spam notifications?
Avoid clicking on options like "Allow", "Allow Notifications", or similar buttons when visiting dubious websites. Instead, reject notification requests from untrustworthy sites by selecting options like "Block", "Block Notifications", or similar choices your browser offers. If you are receiving unwanted notifications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.
Appearance of re-captha-version-2-13[.]top website (GIF):
Screenshot of re-captha-version-3-23[.]top:
Screenshot of re-captha-version-3-27[.]top:
Video showing how to eliminate ads delivered by re-captha-version websites using Combo Cleaner:
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Quick menu:
- What is Ads by re-captha-version?
- 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 re-captha-version sites in the right lower corner of my desktop?
To receive browser notifications from a website, you must grant permission, indicating that you have probably visited at least one of the re-captha-version sites and given it the necessary authorization.
I have clicked on notification ads, is my computer infected?
The act of clicking on a notification is innocuous on its own. However, the websites to which these notifications lead may pose a threat.
Is re-captha-version a virus?
Websites such as re-captha-version are not classified as viruses. Instead, they function as tools to propagate various scams or promote potentially harmful applications and pages.
Will Combo Cleaner remove re-captha-version ads automatically or manual steps are still required?
Certainly, Combo Cleaner will conduct a thorough scan of your computer and revoke all permissions granted to the specified site. Additionally, it will implement measures to block any further access to that site. No supplementary steps will be necessary.
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