StarConcept

Posted by Max Lehmann on August 17, 2015

What is StarConcept?

StarConcept is an application with one single concept: To make lots of money for its creators. If you are one of the victims of this ad-supported program, whenever you click on the advertisements shown by this program, you actually support the schemers who may make 6 figures out of unsuspecting users. The third-party ads generate traffic to affiliated websites once they are clicked on, and that is how the creators get paid. These ads not only distract you while browsing the web, but they may also put your system at risk if you land on a malicious website by clicking on a corrupted ad. It is also likely that this adware brings other infections onto your computer. If you do not want infections to run amok on your PC, you should remove StarConcept ASAP and install a reputable antimalware tool to protect your system from malware.

Where does StarConcept come from?

StarConcept comes from the so-called Multiplug adware family whose members are all based on the JustPlugIt platform, hence the name. This adware has no official website; therefore, it is mainly distributed in third-party installers, such as InstallRex. These software bundles may contain malware programs, and are usually promoted on torrent and other suspicious file-sharing websites. Clicking on a third-party ad or deceiving button there can activate such an installer. However, even if you happen to install an infectious bundle, you still may have an opportunity to stop these infections from landing on your computer. All you have to do is opt out. There is usually a step in the installation wizard to do so, but this may only be revealed to you if you go for the Custom option. In any way, it is important to scan your system for threats after you delete StarConcept. You do not want to leave any potential for future security breaches.

What does StarConcept do?

This adware displays a great number of useless and potentially harmful advertisements on your computer screen. But littering your screen is only one thing, and most probably the smaller issue. The problem is that the creators do not take responsibility for the third-party content you may be exposed to by clicking on their ads. This means that it is possible that you end up on an unsafe website. That usually means being scammed in a variety of ways. Maybe you will be tricked into downloading some fake driver updater or disclosing your banking details. None of these scenarios would end well for you or your computer. If you want to stay safe, remove StarConcept – and the sooner, the better.

How do I remove StarConcept?

Finally, we arrive at the part where you learn how you can restore your system’s health. You can either do it manually or by using an automated security tool. If you want to feel the joy of removing StarConcept, you can follow our guide below the article. But you need to know that this may not be the end of the road. Remember that there may be other threats, too. That is why it is best to use a reliable antimalware application that will automatically sort out all your security issues and safeguard your system from future malware attacks.

StarConcept Removal from Windows

Windows 8 & Windows 8.1

Right-click on the Windows logo on the Taskbar and navigate to Control Panel.
Access Uninstall a program.
Click on the application and press Uninstall.

Windows Vista & Windows 7

Open the Start menu and access Control Panel.
Select Uninstall a program.
Click on the application and press Uninstall.

Windows XP

Access the Start menu and select Control Panel.
Select Add or Remove Programs.
Click on the application and press Remove.

StarConcept Removal from Browsers

Mozilla Firefox

Tap Alt+T and choose Add-ons.
Choose Extensions on the left.
Select the unwanted extension and in the confirmation window, press Remove.

Google Chrome