Virus and Spyware Removal Guides, uninstall instructions

What is search.protectedio.com?

ProtectedIO claims to be a legitimate application helping users to prevent various computer infections - "ProtectedIO protects your computer from trojans, viruses and identity theft, without anti virus software, it already happens in the cloud - Fantastic!"

On initial inspection, this app may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After successful infiltration, ProtectedIO modifies browser settings and tracks Internet browsing activity.

What is AllDaySale?

AllDaySale is an updated version of CutThePrice adware. According to the developers, AllDaySale helps to save time and money while shopping online - "Use the AllDaySale browser add on and start shopping today without hurting your budget. It’s the complete online shopping tool that gives you the ultimate advantage of comparing the nest deals, discounts, and promotions from all your favourite online shopping sites."

These claims are used to trick users into believing that AllDaySale is a legitimate browser plug-in, however, it is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware, since it infiltrates systems without users' permission, displays intrusive online advertisements, and collects various user/system information.

What is RapidReader?

Identical to TermCoach, PhraseProfessor, WordShark, and a number of other apps, RapidReader is a deceptive browser plug-in claiming to enhance the Internet browsing experience by enabling various text-related features - "RapidReader is an ad-supported software utility that makes searching and translating information you find online easy. Take any text you see online, highlight it, and RapidReader will show the Wikipedia and Bing results in an in-page window."

Some users may believe that this application is legitimate and useful, however, RapidReader is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After successful infiltration without users' consent, RapidReader displays intrusive online ads and collects various information related to Internet browsing activity.

What is Travel Output?

Travel Output is a deceptive browser plug-in claiming to enable various functionality that enhances the Internet browsing experience - "We're passionate about improving web by providing the best tools to enhance the browsing experience, from searching the web to comparing online deals to find the best prices. We've combined all of our great ideas into the Travel Output product suite, a FREE set of tools that work to make your browsing experience... better!"

On initial inspection, this browser extension may appear legitimate, however, Travel Output is considered to be adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After stealthily infiltrating Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox without users' permission, Travel Output delivers intrusive advertisements and gathers various user/system information.

What is hp.myway.com?

Distributed by Mindspark Interactive Network, MergeDocsOnline presents itself as a legitimate browser toolbar that allows users to merge documents, convert file formats, and other similar features.

These false promises are used to trick users into believing that MergeDocsOnline is a legitimate browser plug-in, however, this extension is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted application (PUA).

The main reasons for these negative associations are stealth installation, modification of browsers settings (i.e. it promotes hp.myway.com - a fake search engine), and tracking of users' Internet browsing activity.

What is ListingsPortal?

According to the developers (Mindspark Interactive Network), ListingsPortal helps users to find the best available deals, events in the local area, etc. on various online stores - "Find jobs and buy things with easy access to Craigslist and Ebay Classifieds. Explore deals, events and services in your area. Discover local dining options and reviews with easy access to Seamless.com and TripAdvisor."

Some users may find the functionality offered by this browser toolbar legitimate and useful, however, ListingsPortal is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After this plug-in successfully infiltrates Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, it modifies the browser settings and monitors users' browsing activity.

What is EasyMailLogin?

EasyMailLogin is a deceptive browser toolbar claiming to provide mail management functionality. On initial inspection, this application may seem legitimate and useful, however, EasyMailLogin is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

After stealthily infiltrating Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox without users' permission, EasyMailLogin alters browser settings and collects various Internet browsing-related information.

What is Media Search App by Ask?

Media Search App is a deceptive application claiming to allow users to search the Internet for the latest news and other similar information - "Be first to know about breaking news and trending items with the Media Search App by Ask. One-click access to top video and music streaming sites. Access to search the web."

Some users may believe that this app is legitimate, however, Search Media App is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). Once this application infiltrates the system, it modifies Internet browser settings and collects various user/system information - all this is performed without users' permission.

What is deal-slider?

deal-slider is a potentially unwanted browser plug-in claiming to save time and money while shopping online by generating coupons, displaying special deals/discounts available within online stores, enabling comparison shopping, and other similar features - "deal-slider presents you with a list of available coupons for the website you are browsing. This allows you to view deals and save on your purchase in a single click."

These promises are used to trick users into believing that applications such as deal-slider are legitimate and useful. In fact, this app is categorized as adware as a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The reason for these negative associations is stealth installation - deal-slider infiltrates systems without users' consent. In addition, deal-slider displays many advertisements and tracks Internet browsing activity.

What is Awesome Shopper?

Developed by a company of the same name, Awesome Shoppers is a deceptive browser extension claiming to save time and money by displaying various coupons, special deals/discounts available within online stores, and enabling other similar features

- "Awesome Shoppers helps you get live price comparison with the products you are viewing online. We cover hundreds of millions of products from dozens of online merchants. simply go to your favorite online store, search for your desired product and Awesome Shoppers will locate a better deal for you."

Some users believe that this app is legitimate and useful, and yet, Awesome Shopper is classed as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After successfully infiltrating Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, Awesome Shopper displays intrusive online advertisements, tracks Internet browsing activity, and collects various user/system information.