Savings Scout

Posted by Max Lehmann on September 26, 2013

What is Savings Scout?

Savings Scout is a coupon application that can be considered an adware program and browser add-on at the same time. Since users install Savings Scout on their computers willingly it is more appropriate to categorize this application as browser add-on. However, despite the fact that the application does not infect users behind their backs, it is still a potentially unwanted program and if you notice commercial ads on your browser being displayed by this application, you are strongly recommended to remove Savings Scout from your browser and your computer immediately.

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Where does Savings Scout come from?

Savings Scout is developed by 215 apps and these developers are responsible for having created such browser add-ons as Deal Vault, CrossRider, Coupon Caddy and so on. Just like its predecessors, Savings Scout is a coupon app, that displays coupon offers and discount deals when you visit such online stores as Expedia, Walmart, Newegg, Best Buy and so on. According to the official site at savings-scout.com, there are over 1000 shops supported by this add-on.

As you can already tell, it is possible to download Savings Scout at savings-scout.com and there you will be told that the app is compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome. However, this application may also be downloaded together with freeware from third party websites. Such browser extensions are often bundled with shareware applications, hence you need to be attentive when you install programs from unknown websites, because they may also install additional extensions you do not even need.

What does Savings Scout do?

If you are an avid online shopper, Savings Scout may really help you to save money on your purchases by offering you optimal deals. However, in order to get these deals you will need to endure endless streams of pop-up ads that might also slow down your browser.

What is more, Savings Scout definitely makes use of third party advertisement networks, displaying content it is not responsible for. Therefore, if a malicious third party makes use of Savings Scout, it could get exploited as a vehicle for malware distribution. You cannot risk that, so it is the best idea to remove Savings Scout right now.

How to remove Savings Scout?

Since Savings Scout is not a computer infection, it has an installed program entry in Control Panel. Therefore, you can remove the application manually. After manual removal, scan your system with SpyHunter free scanner, because there could be other potentially unwanted programs on your computer. Do all you can to protect your PC from unwanted threats.