ArcadeTwist

Posted by Lisa Blanc on May 14, 2015

What is ArcadeTwist?

ArcadeTwist is a potentially unwanted program that can function like adware. It is not a malicious infection, but it could be associated with a list of potential security risks that should not be tolerated. You need to remove ArcadeTwist from your computer because such programs are really annoying and utterly useless. If you allow ArcadeTwist to remain on your system, do not be surprised that sooner rather than later your computer performance will slow down considerably. On top of that, there is also a good chance that ArcadeTwist could be used as a malware promotional tool, and that is definitely something you should not overlook. test test test Download Removal Tool100% FREE spyware scan and
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Where does ArcadeTwist come from?

ArcadeTwist comes from the same group of gaming applications as ArcadeGiant, Arcadeparlor, CrushArcade, and so on. Although the application has an official homepage at arcadetwist.com, it is not that easy to download it directly. In fact, we believe that users who complain about ArcadeTwist install this application accidentally with some freeware programs.

It is very likely that you have downloaded ArcadeTwist along with freeware and adware applications from torrent or file sharing websites. Skipping through freeware setup wizard eventually results in having multiple unreliable programs on your computer. Consequently, ArcadeTwist is just one of the many unwanted programs you have to remove from your system.

What does ArcadeTwist do?

ArcadeTwist is a complimentary application of the arcadetwist.com website. The application is supposed be the game downloader and manager. It is promoted as a useful tool that can help you access the best online games faster.

However, once ArcadeTwist is added to your browser as a browser extension, the program starts collecting information on what websites you visit. In other words, it monitors your online activity. After a while, ArcadeTwist generates customized commercial ads that appear on the main site and other affiliated web pages.

Users are strongly discouraged to click the ArcadeTwist pop-up ads because they might be embedded with outgoing links that redirect to unreliable websites. In the worst-case scenario, ArcadeTwist could be exploited by malevolent third parties to promote criminal content. Avoid that from happening by removing ArcadeTwist today.

How do I remove ArcadeTwist?

You can uninstall the application through Control Panel. Take note, you will also have to delete ArcadeTwist extension from your browser manually. We provide instructions on the manual ArcadeTwist removal below.

When you are done with the manual removal, scan your computer with the SpyHunter free scanner. As mentioned above, ArcadeTwist might be only one of the many unwanted programs currently running on your system. You have to delete all the potential threats at once, ensuring that your computer is protected against similar intruders. The best way to protect your PC from harm is to acquire a licensed antispyware tool.