Remove Browser Watchdog Ads from Chrome/Firefox/IE

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Unfortunately, the Browser Watchdog application stands much closer to The Hound of the Baskervilles than to a user-friendly and harmless online tool. This thing is nothing but the nth adware parasite you might come across while browsing the Web and it’s highly recommended that you uninstall it as soon as possible. Why? Because Browser Watchdog will cover your PC screen with unwanted yet unsafe commercials, which are also pretty stubborn and hard to remove; it will burden your entire computer system causing it to crash, it will display some extremely doubtful security warnings and on top of that will sneakily steal your personal information and send it to hackers. Enough reasons to delete Browser Watchdog on the spot? Advertised as a very efficient anti-virus program, this thing has quite a legitimate looking website. There’s a download button available, terms of use, privacy policy etc. However, parasites have mastered the art of deceit so believing anything you find on the website is not really a smart idea. Browser Watchdog is supposed to “place a protective barrier between you and harmful websites”, not redirect you straight to them and yet, that is exactly what it does. Long story short, this virus has to go.

How did I get infected with?

As we already mentioned, Browser Watchdog relies heavily on its developers’ good marketing skills. That means you might have installed the program yourself because, let’s be honest, everyone wants a good security tool. Nevertheless, as Browser Watchdog is a parasite, it usually prefers much more secretive and unfair tactics. The most commonly used distribution method is called freeware bundling and it’s about as plain as it is efficient. All hackers need to do is attach their parasite (in this case, Browser Watchdog) to some package of programs and you do the rest. Paying attention to the installation process may seem like a waste of time but in actuality it’s incredibly important to be cautious when you let something enter your computer. Always choose the Custom or Advanced option and deselect any unfamiliar piece of software that is trying to sneak in. Remember, the safety of your device and your own personal information should be your number one priority. Another thing you should do is take some time to check the Terms and Conditions of what you’re installing. Cyber crooks are quite smart when it comes to parasites; make sure you’re smarter.

Why are these ads dangerous?

Browser Watchdog is a parasite, therefore it can’t be safe. Once it gets installed, this nasty thing infects your browser through a malicious extension or an add-on that it creates without your consent. The parasite is compatible with Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome so whatever browser you attempt to use, you will bump into Browser Watchdog’s mischievous presence. As the program comes for free, its developers generate profit via displaying sponsored ads. The problem is, though, no one can tell which commercial is safe and which is corrupted until you click. And clicking is definitely not worth the risk. The Browser Watchdog distributes various coupons, offers, deals, “best prices” as well as software updates, additional toolbars, etc. Everything that the virus bring to your PC screen is there for a reason and has to be avoided unless you’re willing to jeopardize your safety even further. It’s quite ironic that a program presented as a security tool might infect you with malware but unfortunately, that is the exact case with Browser Watchdog. It will also modify some of your PC settings (without bothering to ask for your permission) and it has access to all your passwords, usernames, email addresses and even your browsing history. They say a barking dog never bites but Browser Watchdog works in complete silence and could cause some immense damage to you and your PC. To remove this pesky parasite manually, please follow the instructions below.

How Can I Remove Browser Watchdog Ads?

If you perform exactly the steps below you should be able to remove the Browser Watchdog infection. Please, follow the procedures in the exact order. Please, consider to print this guide or have another computer at your disposal. You will NOT need any USB sticks or CDs.

STEP 1: Uninstall Browser Watchdog from your Add\Remove Programs

STEP 2: Delete Browser Watchdog from Chrome, Firefox or IE

STEP 3: Permanently Remove Browser Watchdog from the windows registry.

STEP 1 : Uninstall Browser Watchdog from Your Computer

Simultaneously press the Windows Logo Button and then “R” to open the Run Command

Type “Appwiz.cpl”

Locate the Browser Watchdog program and click on uninstall/change. To facilitate the search you can sort the programs by date. review the most recent installed programs first. In general you should remove all unknown programs.

STEP 2 : Remove Browser Watchdog from Chrome, Firefox or IE

Remove from Google Chrome

• In the Main Menu, select Tools—> Extensions
• Remove any unknown extension by clicking on the little recycle bin
• If you are not able to delete the extension then navigate to C:\Users\”computer name“\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default\Extensions\and review the folders one by one.
• Reset Google Chrome by Deleting the current user to make sure nothing is left behind

• If you are using the latest chrome version you need to do the following
• go to settings – Add person

• choose a preferred name.

• then go back and remove person 1
• Chrome should be malware free now

Remove from Mozilla Firefox

• Open Firefox
• Press simultaneously Ctrl+Shift+A
• Disable and remove any unknown add on
• Open the Firefox’s Help Menu

• Then Troubleshoot information
• Click on Reset Firefox

Remove from Internet Explorer

• Open IE
• On the Upper Right Corner Click on the Gear Icon
• Go to Toolbars and Extensions
• Disable any suspicious extension.
• If the disable button is gray, you need to go to your Windows Registry and delete the corresponding CLSID
• On the Upper Right Corner of Internet Explorer Click on the Gear Icon.
• Click on Internet options

• Select the Advanced tab and click on Reset.

• Check the “Delete Personal Settings Tab” and then Reset

• Close IE

Permanently Remove Browser Watchdog Leftovers

To make sure manual removal is successful, we recommend to use a free scanner of any professional antimalware program to identify any registry leftovers or temporary files.