What is Poup Alerta?
Poup Alerta is an adware application that targets computer users in Brazil. It displays annoying pop-ups when you browse the web. These pop-ups may contain potentially corrupted content, so clicking them is not recommended. In fact, having an adware application on your computer is not a good idea at all. You have to remove Poup Alerta from your system as soon as possible, and then run a full PC scan with SpyHunter free scanner. You have to be sure that there are not similar applications on board. Do not forget that adware seldom travel alone.
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Where does Poup Alerta come from?
Unlike many other adware applications that usually do not have a direct distribution source, Poup Alerta can be downloaded at the official website via poup.com.br/poup-alerta. However, it may happen that the file you download is impossible to run on your computer. Usually, the downloaded file is not an .exe extension file, so unless you know how to run a different type of installer it may not be possible install Poup Alerta onto your PC manually.
Thus, we are inclined to believe that the main distribution method for Poup Alerta is bundled downloads. According to our security research, this application may come bundled with potentially unwanted and perhaps even dangerous software.
It happens when users download freeware from third-party websites. Whenever you do not download a program from its official website, keep in mind that it could come bundled with annoying and potentially even harmful applications. Even computer security tools could be bundled with freeware if you download them from third-party distributors!
What does Poup Alerta do?
As one can easily tell, Poup Alerta displays pop-ups. This application collects data on what websites you frequent, and it tracks your web search queries. When it has enough data gathered Poup Alerta displays commercial ads on centauro.com.br, walmart.com.br, marisa.com.br and many other Brazilian websites. But even if you are not located in Brazil, Poup Alerta could enter your computer and spam you with annoying pop-ups.
The main problem associated with Poup Alerta is its vulnerability to third-part exploitations. This program could be used by cybercriminals to distribute links to malware-related websites. That is the reason you should NEVER click pop-ups delivered by an adware application.
How to remove Poup Alerta?
Even though, Poup Alerta is not a malicious application, you should not tolerate it on your computer any longer. When you remove Poup Alerta via Control panel, check for other unwanted applications around. To be sure, scan the PC with a licensed antispyware tool and avoid visiting third-party file hosting websites in the future.
Also, should you have any further questions about Poup Alerta’s removal or your computer security in general; you can always leave us a comment in the box below this description.
Manual Poup Alerta Removal
Windows 8
- Slide mouse cursor to the bottom right of the screen.
- When Charm bar appears click Settings and go to Control panel.
- Select Uninstall a program and remove Poup Alerta.
Windows Vista & Windows 7
- Open Start menu and click Control panel.
- Go to Uninstall a program and remove Poup Alerta.
Windows XP
- Click Start menu and navigate to Control Panel.
- Select Add or remove programs and uninstall Poup Alerta.
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