Virus and Spyware Removal Guides, uninstall instructions

What is App Lid?

Created by BadFinger Project, App Lid (Apps Hat) is a rogue browser extension claiming to be an Android app store enabling users to 'discover hot new apps'. Although this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, be aware that App Lid is considered to be adware or a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

These associations are made due to a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' employed by App Lid to install on Internet browsers without users' consent. Bundling is a way to stealthily distribute applications together with other software, and therefore, most users inadvertently install App Lid during download of free software from freeware download websites.

Following successful infiltration on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, App Lid generates intrusive online advertisements including in-text, pop-up/under, banner, and display ads. It is highly probable that clicking these advertisements will lead to high-risk adware or malware infections.

What is CrushArcade?

The CrushArcade website allows users to play various types of addictive arcade games. The 'Premium' games section, however, requires users to install the CrushArcade application. This app may seem legitimate and useful, but CrushArcade is considered to be a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware.

The developers mainly distribute this bogus app using a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling', which allows installation of CrushArcade on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox without users' permission.

Bundling is stealth installation of PUPs together with regular software, and therefore, CrushArcade is often delivered with free software downloaded from freeware download websites. After CrushArcade infiltration, intrusive online advertisements (banner, pop-up, and in-text) are displayed - these may redirect to bogus websites, thereby exposing your computer to risk of infection.

What is Premium Tabs?

Premium Tabs is a deceptive browser add-on identical to RocketTab. Both of these plug-ins claim to allow users to search the Internet without opening new browser tabs or visiting other websites - "Once you download Premium Tabs for free and install it, you will be able to conveniently search popular local sites without having to open additional windows or tabs, going to multiple sites and then performing the same searches on each of them."

On initial inspection, this functionality may appear legitimate and useful, however, be aware that as with RocketTab, Premium Tabs is also considered to be adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The main reasons for these negative associations are stealth installation, Internet browser tracking, and display of intrusive advertisements.

What is LolyKey?

LolyKey is a browser add-on distributed using a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' (stealth installation of the chosen software together with additional software) and is categorized as adware.

These applications are commonly bundled together with free software downloadable from freeware download websites, and therefore, users often install LolyKey inadvertently without their consent. After installation on Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox, LolyKey generates intrusive online advertisements and collects Internet browsing-related information.

What is ProductivityBoss?

According to the developers, the ProductivityBoss browser toolbar helps to save time and money by finding the most relevant services - "Manage online bill payments to save time and money. Find low gas prices, shorten URLs, look-up addresses & more. Organize your time and get things done faster by planning ahead."

Although some users may find this toolbar legitimate and useful, it is considered to be a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). These negative associations are made due to ProductivityBoss's rogue behavior - it infiltrates systems without users' permission, modifies Internet browser settings, and collects various Internet browsing-related information.

What is V9.com?

V9.com is a popular website, which can be used as a start-page for your Internet browser. This site presents users with a search bar and links to popular websites and social networks. It is a legitimate website and not related to computer viruses or malware, however, the owners of this website use deceptive promotion techniques to attract web traffic.

Commonly, redirects to V9.com are a consequence of computer users installing various add-ons, toolbars, and plug-ins to their Internet browsers.

What is MyRadioAccess?

The MyRadioAccess toolbar claims to provide users with direct access to various radio stations, music videos, podcasts, and other related features - "MyRadioAccess - Free Online Radio, Music Videos, Podcasts & More - All from one convenient place on your browser!"

These false claims often trick users into believing that MyRadioAccess is a legitimate browser extension, however, it is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After infiltrating the system, MyRadioAccess modifies browser settings and monitors Internet browsing activity.

What is Blazer Deals?

According to the developers (SuperWeb LLC), Blazer Deals is a legitimate browser extension that will improve the Internet browsing experience by enabling coupons, comparison shopping, and other similar features

- "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 Blazer Deals product suite, a FREE set of tools that work to make your browsing experience... better!"

Initially, this functionality may seem useful, however, Blazer Deals is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware. There are a number of reasons for these negative associations: stealth installation, display of intrusive advertisements, and monitoring of Internet browsing activity.

What is MyNewsGuide?

MyNewsGuide is a deceptive toolbar that supposedly allows users to access local news and weather forecasts - "Download the MyNewsGuide Toolbar to get instant access to local news and weather results."

On initial inspection, this browser extension may appear legitimate and useful, however, MyNewsToolbar is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and a browser hijacker. These negative associations are made due to MyNewsGuide's rogue behavior - stealth installation, unwanted browser redirects, and information tracking.

What is MetroHotspot?

MetroHotspot is a deceptive browser toolbar that supposedly helps users to find certain services (car rental, housing, etc.) - "Access eBay Classifieds, Oodle, Locanto and more for jobs, cars, housing and other deals. Find deals and services in your area with fast access to LivingSocial, Coupons.com, SmartSource.com and more. Get dining recommendations and local events from TripAdvisor, Seamless, Yelp and more."

At first glance, the functionality offered by MetroHotspot may appear legitimate and useful, however, this browser toolbar is considered to be a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). Stealth installation, modification of Internet browser settings, and tracking of Internet browsing activity are the main reasons for these negative associations.