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What is PricePeep?

PricePeep is a browser add-on that displays various deals when computer users visit online shopping websites. Developers of this plug-in claim that the add-on helps to save time and money. While some computer users may find this plug-in useful, its dubious promotion tactics and aggressive ads make this browser add-on an unwanted application. Many computer users report that this plug-in was installed on their computers without their consent and they found it difficult to remove. Unwanted browser plug-in installations such as these (including DealCabby, CouponDropDown, RivalGaming, etc.) can occur when users install free software downloaded from the Internet.

Free software developers commonly bundle their free programs with various browser add-ons for monetization purposes. Furthermore, PricePeep runs an affiliate program, which may attract parties using deceptive tactics to install browser plug-ins to generate revenue. When installed, PricePeep displays various deals and pop-ups. If you have installed this plug-in willingly, and you are aware of its functionality, you need take no further action. If, however, you feel you have not installed this browser add-on, and are annoyed by the ads displayed whilst browsing eBay and other shopping websites, follow the removal guide provided to eliminate these problems.

PricePeep is mainly distributed via free software and other browser add-ons. This plug-in is not related to malware or virus infections, however, installation is commonly a consequence of reckless free software installation. To prevent this type of unwanted software self-installing on your system, users are advised to express caution when installing free software. Check each installation window, unchecking any option requiring you to change your Internet browser homepage, default search engine, or install additional toolbars or add-ons. If you feel that you have not willingly installed PricePep and find the associated ads annoying, use the removal guide provided to eliminate this browser add-on from your computer.

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Quick menu:

• What is PricePeep?
• STEP 1. Uninstall PricePeep application using Control Panel.
• STEP 2. Remove PricePeep add-on from Internet Explorer.
• STEP 3. Remove PricePeep plugin from Google Chrome.
• STEP 4. Remove PricePeep extension from Mozilla Firefox.
• STEP 5. Remove PricePeep ads from Safari.
• STEP 6. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.

PricePeep 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 "PricePeep", select this entry and click " Uninstall" or "Remove"

After uninstalling PricePeep adware, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. Recommended malware removal software.

PricePeep adware removal from Internet browsers:

Video showing how to remove potentially unwanted browser add-ons:

Remove malicious add-ons from Internet Explorer:

Click on the "gear" icon (at the top right corner of Internet Explorer) select "Manage Add-ons". Look for "PricePeep" and disable it.

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the pricepeep virus, reset your Internet Explorer settings to default.

Windows XP users: Click Start, click Run, in the opened window type inetcpl.cpl In the opened window click the Advanced tab, then click Reset.

Windows Vista and Windows 7 users: Click the Windows logo, in the start search box type inetcpl.cpl and click enter. In the opened window click the Advanced tab, then click Reset.

Windows 8 users: Open Internet Explorer and click the gear icon. Select Internet Options.

In the opened window, select the Advanced tab.

Click the Reset button.

Confirm that you wish to reset Internet Explorer settings to default by clicking the Reset button.

Remove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

Click the Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome) select "Tools" and click on "Extensions".  Locate "PricePeep" select this entry and click on the trash can icon.

If the PricePeep extension is greyed out and you cannot remove it ("This extension is managed and cannot be removed of disabled"), please follow this removal guide - how to remove a managed Google Chrome extension?

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the pricepeep virus, 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 plugins from Mozilla Firefox:

Click on the Firefox menu (at the top right corner of the main window) select "Add-ons". Click on "Extensions" and disable "PricePeep".

Optional method:

Computer users who have problems with pricepeep virus 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 pricepeep virus, 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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