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FilesFrog Adware

What is FilesFrog?

Developed by Somoto Ltd, the FilesFrog application supposedly notifies users of updates available for any installed software - "FilesFrog is a software update checker that keeps all your desktop software up to date. It was created to make it easier for you to be informed of newer versions of your favorite software and to make the entire process of transitioning to it simpler and faster."

These claims are merely attempts to give the impression of legitimate and useful software. In fact, FilesFrog is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP) and adware. After stealthily infiltrating the system, FilesFrog monitors installed software status and displays update messages.

   
Search-webresults.com Redirect

What is search-webresults.com?

Search-webresults.com is a deceptive website claiming to enhance the Internet search experience by displaying advanced results. Initially, this functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, this website is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

After stealthily infiltrating the system, search-webresults.com modifies browser settings, potentially displays intrusive online ads, and collects personally identifiable information.

   
Unfriend Monitor Adware

What is Unfriend Monitor?

According to the developers, Unfriend Monitor is a legitimate app that notifies users when someone 'unfriends' them on Facebook - "Find out what Facebook is not telling you and see who your real friends are with Unfriend Monitor. With the alerts, you will be notified when someone has unfriended you.".

This functionality may seem legitimate and useful, however, Unfriend Monitor is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The main reason for these negative associations is the dubious behavior exhibited by this adware. Unfriend Monitor stealthily installs without users' consent, tracks Internet browsing activity, and delivers intrusive advertisements.

   
Ads by Unfriend List

What is Unfriend List?

The Unfriend List application supposedly warns users when someone 'unfriends' them on Facebook - "See Who Unfriended You. With Facebook Unfriend List. Because knowing who your friends are is just as important as who aren't your friends."

These claims may trick some users into believing that Unfriend List is a legitimate and useful application, however, it is classed as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). Following successful infiltration, Unfriend List tracks Internet browsing activity and displays intrusive online advertisements.

   
Computer Pal Adware

What is Computer Pal?

Computer Pal is a deceptive browser extension developed by SuperWeb LLC. This browser plug-in claims to enhance the Internet browsing experience (especially online shopping) by enabling features such as comparison shopping, coupons, and other similar functionality

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

Many users may feel that Computer Pal is legitimate and useful, however, it is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The main reason for these negative associations is rogue behavior exhibited by the Computer Pal add-on - it infiltrates systems without users' permission, displays intrusive online ads, and collects various system information.

   
Ads by Unfriend Watch

What is Unfriend Watch?

Unfriend Watch presents itself as a useful tool to determine 'who unfriended you on Facebook' - "See Who Unfriended You, With Facebook Unfriend Watch, your life may never be the same."

Although some users may believe that this app is legitimate, Unfriend Watch is categorized as adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). After Unfriend Watch stealthily infiltrates the system, it delivers various types of intrusive online advertisements and collects various system information.

   
Go-search.ru Redirect

What is Go-Search.ru?

The Go-Search.ru website claims to provide an improved Internet search experience by displaying advanced results. On initial inspection, this site might seem legitimate and useful, however, go-search.ru is categorized as a browser hijacker. After infiltrating the system without users' consent, Go Search modifies Internet browser settings.

   
LotteryStream Toolbar

What is LotteryStream?

LotteryStream is a deceptive toolbar that supposedly provides users with the latest lottery results and a number of other features - "Get the latest lottery numbers in your state-as well as the mega lotteries! Get your state's numbers, plus Powerball, MegaMillions and more - all in one click!"

Some users might believe that LotteryStream is a legitimate browser plug-in, however, it is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The main reason for these negative associations is stealth installation. LotteryStream infiltrates systems without users' permission, modifies Internet browser settings, and monitors Internet browsing activity.

   
Cool Popular Games Toolbar

What is Cool Popular Games?

According to the developers (Mindspark Interactive Network), Cool Popular Games is a legitimate browser toolbar providing a variety of Flash games - "Cool Popular Games the best toolbar for gaming. Play FREE popular arcade, classic, puzzle, board games & more. Solve challenging puzzles & mystery games. Play card games, shooting games, & more with others for FREE!"

These claims are merely attempts to give the impression of legitimate software, since Cool Popular Games is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP). The main reason for these negative associations is the deceptive behavior exhibited by Cool Popular Games.

This toolbar infiltrates systems without users' permission, stealthily modifies Internet browser settings, and tracks Internet browsing activity.

   
DailyRecipeGuide Toolbar

What is DailyRecipeGuide?

Developed by Mindspark Interactive Network, DailyRecipeGuide is a toolbar that supposedly allows users to search for food recipes -"Download the DailyRecipeGuide toolbar now to get free recipes, cooking tips, cooking suggestions, and a free daily meal planner all from your web browser."

This browser plug-in may seem legitimate and useful, however, it is categorized as a browser hijacker and a potentially unwanted program (PUP).

These negative associations are made due to stealth installation and deceptive behavior exhibited by this toolbar. After DailyRecipeGuide infiltrates systems without users' consent, it modifies browser settings and collects various Internet browsing-related information.

   

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