Tag: How did my computer get spyware

Warning: Chrome and Firefox Plug-Ins and Add-On’s Allow Spyware

It’s about time that I write this darn blog about Chrome and FireFox. And it’s a long one folks. I know these are two of your favorite browsers, but unfortunately they are now allowing spyware to be installed into your internet experience without your knowledge. Question and answers below!

How do the add-on’s and plug-in’s get installed? 

You are surfing along the internet and these Plug-Ins and Add-On’s just install themselves. Or maybe you clicked on an “allow” button, but assumed you needed it. Either way, most people do not just add them.

What do they do?

They are supposed to help your internet be better, your games play better or your pictures load faster. I have seen literally dozens of different In’s and On’s it’s insane.

Are they always for real or are they useful?

No and not really.  I have seen them act as one program, but are really spyware. Especially the “Google” add-on’s. Hackers are smart and know you probably won’t delete a program with the name Google in it, but that is where the spyware is hiding out. Are they useful now? No, your internet should not change if you don’t use them. We surfed nicely before them right?

How can you tell if you have bad add-on’s and plug-ins?

Chrome: Here are some screenshots to help you see the extensions and you can disable or delete them. If after you do, you are still redirected then call us and we can help with removing the search settings as you probably have a virus at that point. 612-865-4475 or email info@callthatgirl.biz

Firefox: Go to Tools/Add-Ons and look through the extensions and plugins, delete as you need. If you are still being redirected, please call us for help as you may have a virus. 612-865-4475 or email info@callthatgirl.biz