How to remove mesodefender.co.in notifications (ads)

What kind of page is mesodefender.co[.]in?

Our researchers discovered mesodefender.co[.]in while investigating dubious websites. Upon examination, we determined that this rogue page endorses browser notification spam and redirects users to other (likely deceptive/malicious) sites. Most visitors access mesodefender.co[.]in and analogous webpages via redirects generated by websites that utilize rogue advertising networks.

Mesodefender.co[.]in overview

It must be mentioned that the behavior of rogue sites might differ depending on the visitor's IP address (geolocation). In other words, this information may determined the content encountered on and through these webpages.

At the time of research, mesodefender.co[.]in utilized fake CAPTCHA verification to trick visitors into permitting browser notification delivery. Initially, the page displayed a checkbox-type test and stated that – "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 checkbox was clicked, mesodefender.co[.]in instructed to – "Press 'Allow' to prove you are not a robot". By complying with these instructions, users inadvertently consent to mesodefender.co[.]in browser notifications.

When we clicked the "Allow" button on this webpage, we were redirected to a site running a scam similar to "Norton Security - Your PC is infected with 5 viruses!", "Norton Security - Your PC Might Be Infected With Viruses!", "Norton Security Update Is Available Now", and many others.

Rogue websites use their notifications to run intrusive advertisement campaigns. Adverts of this kind promote online scams, untrustworthy/harmful software, and even malware.

To summarize, via webpages like mesodefender.co[.]in – users may experience system infections, serious privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.

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These websites display browser notifications endorsing deceptive and malicious content. While legitimate products or services may be encountered via these ads, they are unlikely to be promoted in this manner by any official parties. It is most probable that this promotion is undertaken by scammers who abuse the endorsed content's affiliate programs to obtain illegitimate commissions.

How did mesodefender.co[.]in gain permission to deliver spam notifications?

Websites require user permission to deliver browser notifications. Therefore, if you are receiving these advertisements – it means that when mesodefender.co[.]in was accessed, consent to their delivery was given by clicking "Allow", "Allow Notifications", or a similar option on this page.

It is pertinent to mention that rogue pages often use various lures (e.g., clickbait, fake CAPTCHA verification tests, adult-oriented content, etc.) to deceive visitors into permitting browser notifications.

How to prevent deceptive sites from delivering spam notifications?

To avoid receiving unwanted browser notifications – do not permit suspect pages to deliver them (i.e., do not click "Allow", "Allow Notifications", etc.). Instead, ignore or deny notification requests from such sites (i.e., press "Block", "Block Notifications", etc.).

It is noteworthy that having adware installed on the browser or system can result in suspicious websites being forced-open at random. If you keep experiencing redirects of this kind, inspect the device and immediately remove all dubious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins.

If your computer is already infected with rogue applications, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.

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Appearance of the mesodefender.co[.]in website (GIF):

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Quick menu:

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

You've likely visited mesodefender.co[.]in and clicked "Allow", "Allow Notifications", or a similar option. Remember that no website can display browser notifications (advertisements) without user permission.

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

No, clicking on a browser notification does not pose an infection threat. However, that does not extend to the content these advertisements promote.

Is mesodefender.co[.]in a virus?

No, websites like mesodefender.co[.]in are not considered to be viruses. However, these pages can endorse virulent content like online scams, unreliable/hazardous software, and even malware.

Will Combo Cleaner remove mesodefender.co[.]in ads automatically or manual steps are still required?

Yes, Combo Cleaner can scan system and revoke the permissions given to the mesodefender.co[.]in webpage. It can also restrict all further access to this and other rogue, deceptive, and malicious sites. Therefore, no additional steps will be required.