DealPly Adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is DealPly?
The DealPly browser extension displays coupon deals when computer users visit online shopping websites such as eBay, Amazon, etc. Developers of this browser extension claim that this app helps Internet users to save time and money whilst shopping online.
Note that DealPly is not a virus or malware, it is a legitimate browser add-on, however, its deceptive distribution strategy categorizes it as an unwanted browser extension. There are several different methods by which DealPly can be installed on users' systems:
1) the extension is downloaded from its homepage, and the user is aware of its installation, or; 2) the browser plug-in is installed together with some free software or other browser add-ons - commonly, this form of installation takes place without the user's consent.
To avoid unwilling installation of browser add-ons, computer users should always closely inspect each installation step of freeware that they have downloaded from the Internet. Free software developers often using browser add-ons to monetize their free programs.
When installed on users' systems, this browser extension tracks browsing habits and displays coupon deals when users visit online shopping websites. Whilst DealPly is not technically a virus or malware, we recommend removing this browser add-on from your computer.
Commonly, DealPly installation is a consequence of reckless free software installation. If you feel annoyed by 'DP' ads (DealPly) when browsing online shopping websites, use the removal guide provided to eliminate these issues. If, however, you have willingly installed this browser add-on and are happy with the services provided, you need take no further action.
Note that the DealPly add-on may be installed on your computer together with sweetpacks browser add-ons as follows: SweetIM, Ginger, GamePacks, VideoConverter, and SweetIM for FaceBook.
Deceptive free software installers used in DealPly adware distribution:
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Quick menu:
- What is DealPly?
- STEP 1. Uninstall DealPly application using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove DealPly ads from Internet Explorer.
- STEP 3. Remove DealPly adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove DealPly ads from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 5. Remove DealPly adware from Safari.
- STEP 6. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
DealPly 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 "DealPly", select this entry and click " Uninstall" or "Remove"
After uninstalling DealPly adware, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. Recommended malware removal software.
DealPly adware removal from 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 "DealPly" and disable this entry. Notice that this browser extension if often bundled with the sweetpacks browser add-ons: SweetIM, Ginger, GamePacks, VideoConverter, and SweetIM for FaceBook etc.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the dealply ads, 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 "DealPly", select this entry and click on the trash can icon. Note that this browser extension may be bundled with sweetpacks browser add-ons: SweetIM, Ginger, GamePacks, VideoConverter, and SweetIM for FaceBook etc.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the dealply ads, 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 "DealPly".
Optional method:
Computer users who have problems with dealply ads 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 dealply ads, 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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