What is MovieFlex?
MovieFlex is a potentially unwanted program. A potentially unwanted program is a type of application that may have certain undesirable functions or features. These features could be annoying or downright dangerous, depending on the program and what it can do. This application in question does not seem to be an extremely dangerous system security threat, but it would be a good idea to remove MovieFlex from your system as soon as possible. If you do not remember adding this extension to your browser, it would be a good idea to scan your PC with a licensed antispyware tool because there might be more similar applications on-board.
Where does MovieFlex come from?
This program functions as the Chrome browser extension, and it may enter your system in several ways. Since it is not a malicious infection, the application does not hide itself from you. In other words, it can be downloaded directly from its official homepage. The page can be accessed via movieflex.club. When we open this website, we can find more information about the extension. It says that with the extension, you can “enjoy one-click access to the latest movie reviews, film trailers, entertainment news and more in one convenient spot!”
This sounds quite nice, especially if you are interested in movies. However, if you do not need a third-party application on your browser, the sudden appearance MovieFlex might seem quite bothersome. What’s more, it is more than obvious that the official distribution channel is just one of the many sources that offer this extension to the masses. When it comes to potentially unwanted programs, they are often distributed in software packages with other freeware applications.
For example, if you tend to download programs from file-sharing websites, it is very likely that the third-party installer will carry several applications instead of just one. How to avoid installed unwanted programs? You should be attentive during the installation process. Breezing through the setup would not be a good idea because you would miss your chance to deselect the unnecessary programs. If you have recently installed a new application, and suddenly MovieFlex appeared on your browser as well, the chances are that this program came with a number of other applications.
What does MovieFlex do?
This potentially unwanted program is quite annoying and intrusive. Although you do install it on your system yourself, perhaps you are not aware of all the modifications it will perform on your browser. MovieFlex will change your default homepage, new tab, and search settings. It clearly shows that the application will monitor your online activity, and you will also see all of your search queries being redirected to Yahoo! Search. The Yahoo! Search results will be modified according to your likes and preferences.
MovieFlex will display commercial advertisements that will be related to your browsing history. When custom content may be related to what you like, there is a bigger chance that you will interact with it. And this is exactly what this extension wants. If you click the modified search results and the promotional links, you will help it generate a financial profit.
Is it dangerous? Technically, it is not malicious or illegal to promote third-party content in such a manner. The main problem here is that MovieFlex is too vulnerable to third-party exploitation. In other words, this program has no control over what kinds of links get embedded into its advertising space. If cyber criminals decide to exploit this extension, you could be just a click away from a malicious infection. This is actually the main reason computer security experts urge users to remove MovieFlex and other similar applications from their systems. It is simply not safe to keep them there.
How do I remove MovieFlex?
It is not complicated to terminate this extension. You simply need to delete it via your browser’s settings menu, and that will be it. On the other hand, there might be more potential threats on-board, and you need to take care of those, too.
Run a full system scan with the SpyHunter free scanner to find all the unwanted applications. For the most part, you should be able to remove them manually via Control Panel. If not, be sure to employ a computer security tool of your choice to make your system clean again.
Manual MovieFlex Removal
- Open the Chrome browser.
- Press Alt+F and click More tools.
- Go to Extensions and remove MovieFlex.
- Restart your browser.
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