ShopperReports

Posted by Lisa Blanc on March 14, 2014

What is ShopperReports?

ShopperReports is obviously a leftover adware application that does not function anymore, but it may still be present on your computer, if you have installed it previously bundled with freeware. It is not a virus, but computer security experts strongly recommend removing ShopperReports from the PC immediately. Although it does not work properly anymore, it may still be related to a variety of computer security risks. Not to mention that is obviously takes up system space which you could use for something else. There might also be other potentially unwanted programs installed on your computer, so a full system scan would also be a good idea.

Where does ShopperReports come from?

The official home page for used to be located at shopperreports.com. The website does not work anymore, and there is only an old archive available from 2012. The archive provides us with a basic image of what ShopperReports official website was like, and what the program could have been used for. In fact, there is nothing new about this application, because it is obviously an adware program that used to be promoted as an online tool that can help you save money on your purchases.

Apart from the official website, ShopperReports could also be downloaded bundled with freeware from third party file hosting pages. This option is confirmed by a number of security experts. It also explains why there can be more than just one adware application installed on your PC.

What does ShopperReports do?

When it was still functioning, ShopperReports used to collect data on your web browsing habits to create your online profile. Then it would search over a thousand online shopping and travel websites to provide you with the most relevant offers that would allow you purchase something at an optimal price. Despite the fact that such a service could be useful; ShopperReports might have also been rather intrusive, especially as the application was obviously part of online marketing schemes.

Although it was not a direct computer security threat, this application could have been extremely annoying, because it was known to display various pop-up ads whenever a user would access the Internet, for example:

ShopperReports
Faster, Easier and Safer Online Shopping
Price Comparison from multiple stores.
Flight, hotel and car rental deals alongside travel websites.
Online coupons and Promotions when you visit your favorite stores.
Save Time and Money on your Purchases!

Some computer security experts expressed an opinion, that it is up to you whether you want to remove ShopperReports or not. However, considering the fact that the program no longer works, it is obvious that it should be removed.

How to remove ShopperReports?

This application can be uninstalled via Control Panel just like any other ordinary program. In order to make sure that all of the components are terminated, after manual removal you are advised to scan the PC with SpyHunter free scanner. This way you will be able to determine whether you have any other unwanted programs on board. Eventually, do not hesitate to acquire a powerful antimalware tool if need be, and please leave us a comment below if you have any further questions on computer security.