Fake Pop-ups
3/08/2021

Pop-ups are generated by websites to offer users additional information or guidance, such as how to fill in a form or how to apply a discount code. However, some can be unwanted or even harmful - these are usually fake pop-ups.

Overview

  • Pop-ups are generated by websites offering users additional information or guidance, such as how to fill in a form or how to apply a discount code).

  • However, some are unwanted or even harmful - these are usually fake pop-ups.

  • Some fake pop-ups are designed to entice you into clicking on a button that redirects you to a fake site.

  • Some pop-ups may also be installed by adware or malware programs.

  • Fake pop-ups may appear in the browser (if the browser is redirected by adware or may be produced by adware or malware programs installed on the computer.

 

Fake Pop-ups