There are several ways you can detect adware on your system:
- Use antivirus software: Most antivirus programs have the ability to detect and remove adware from your system. Make sure you have an up-to-date antivirus program installed and run regular scans to detect and remove any adware that may have entered your system.
- Manually check your system: You can manually check your system for adware by looking for unfamiliar programs or toolbars in your list of installed programs or extensions in your web browser. If you find any unfamiliar programs or extensions, you can research them online to see if they are known to be adware.
- Check your browser settings: Adware may change your browser settings to display unwanted ads or redirect your search results. Check your browser settings to see if anything has been changed without your knowledge.
- Be cautious when downloading software: Adware is often bundled with free software downloads, so be careful when downloading software from the internet. Always read the terms of service and pay attention to any checkboxes that are pre-selected to avoid installing unwanted programs.
- Use ad-blocking software: Ad-blocking software can help prevent adware from being installed on your system by blocking the display of unwanted ads. Some ad-blockers also have the ability to detect and remove adware that has already been installed on your system.
Adware is software that displays advertisements on a computer or mobile device. It is often bundled with other software and can be difficult to remove. Adware can be annoying and can slow down your device, but it is generally not considered to be malicious software like viruses or malware. However, some adware can be used to track your online activity and may collect personal information about you without your knowledge or consent. It is important to be cautious when downloading software and to use antivirus and ad-blocking software to protect your device from adware and other unwanted programs.
How to remove Adware Tracking Cookie
If you are a victim of Adware Tracking Cookies, follow these steps to get rid of them:
1. Remove unknown software
Start Control Panel by pressing Windows + R and typing Control Panel and clicking the OK button. If you find any unwanted program, consider uninstalling it.
2. Remove unknown extensions from the browser
Launch the web browser and check to see if there is any unknown extension, plugin or addon. Remove all unwanted and unknown addons as they can be a security threat.
To remove unknown extensions from your web browser, follow these steps:
- Open your web browser and click on the menu button (usually three horizontal lines or dots) in the top-right corner of the window.
- Click on “Extensions” or “Add-ons” in the menu.
- A list of installed extensions will be displayed. Look for any extensions that you do not recognize or that you did not intentionally install.
- To remove an extension, click on the “Remove” or “Uninstall” button next to it.
- Confirm that you want to remove the extension.
- Repeat these steps for any other unknown or unwanted extensions.
Note that some extensions may be required for certain websites or features to work properly, so be careful not to remove any extensions that you need. If you are unsure whether an extension is necessary, you can do a web search to find out more information about it.
3. Reset web browser
This process will correct all changes made by the Adware Tracking Cookie.
4. Run an anti-virus scan
Use a good antivirus program or Windows Defender. This process will remove all viruses, adware, spyware, malware, and other security threats from your PC. A free tool like Avast Free Adware Scanner Cleaner Tool, Spybot – Search & Destroy, AdwCleaner or Adware Removal Software for Mac Computers can also help.
5. Switch to incognito mode
If surfing the internet in incognito mode, all history data and cookies are automatically deleted when you exit. As a result, you will have a safer internet surfing experience in private browsing mode. You can also set your browser to delete all cookies on exit.