Remove CloudScout Ads from Chrome/Firefox/IE

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Unfortunately, just like it usually happens in the unfair world of cyber infections, nothing is as it seems and no program works the way it was originally supposed to. The CloudScout parasite is yet one more example of this unpleasant rule because even though it’s widely advertised as a practical application that should protect you from unsafe websites, in reality, this is nothing but a troublesome PC infection. It has been classified as adware and a PUP (potentially unwanted program) for numerous reasons. Therefore, if you make the crucial mistake of keeping it on board, this nuisance will quickly reveal its entire malicious potential thus absolutely demolishing your Internet experience. As we mentioned, on theory, this is a perfectly safe and quite a helpful program; then why would you get rid of it? Because since the very moment it gets installed till the very moment it gets deleted, CloudScout floods your PC screen with malware and effectively stands in the way of your online activities. Quite ironic that this pest was supposed to enhance your browsing experience, isn’t it? The only reason why CloudScout was developed in the first place is to generate web traffic towards some highly questionable and potentially very harmful websites because this way hackers gain money. Yes, money is involved. Are you feeling slightly anxious already? Having in mind that the virus doesn’t discriminate between safe, corrupted and fake advertisements and also having in mind that it’s compatible with all your browsers, do you see what a great mess it could create? Prepare to have your computer screen covered with dangerous pop-up ads, useless pop-under ads, intrusive banner ads, interstitial ads, video ads, etc. till the moment using your machine becomes almost impossible. Also, due to the parasite’s malicious presence on your computer, the PC speed will be inevitably slowed down and your browsers might start occasionally to crash and/or freeze. Did we also mention that CloudScout steals some personal data of yours? Because it does. Don’t waste your time tolerating a nasty cyber virus that only causes trouble; instead, take care of your safety and uninstall it.

How did I get infected with?

Think about it. When was the exact moment when you installed the CloudScout parasite? When did you give your permission to download it? If you can’t recall such a moment, don’t be chocked. Most parasites travel the Web in complete silence and they not only get you infected but also leave you oblivious to that fact your PC has been compromised. To prevent virus distribution, never skip installation steps, especially when you install freeware or shareware bundles. It’s highly recommended to stay away from unverified websites because, more often than not, the program packages they offer include at least one undesirable bonus parasite. Only this is a bonus that could easily cause you a headache later on. Remember, you can’t afford even a single minute of negligence when downloading software because that’s all a parasite needs. Opt for the custom or advanced option in the Setup Wizard instead of the Basic one and make sure you remain in control of the programs that get you permission. It goes without saying that reading the Terms and Conditions might be more time-consuming that just clicking the “NEXT” option but you have to keep in mind that caution pays off. Plus, you could never be too cautious when browsing the Web.

Why are these ads dangerous?

The CloudScout has nothing original and/or unexpected to offer so it strictly follows the typical adware pattern. Once it tricks you into installing it, the virus immediately takes down all your browsers. Yes, all of them. The CloudScout parasite is perfectly compatible with Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome and Internet Explorer so it’s clear that its manipulation cannot remain unnoticed for too long. After it adds a malicious extension to all your browsers, the virus injects them with commercials. The nasty CloudScout ads are about as worthless as they are annoying and having in mind how incredibly irritating they are, that’s saying something. All web links generated by the parasite bring money to hackers so keeping their malicious infection on board practically means you’re helping them gain illegal revenue. Why become a sponsor to crooks? Being an ad-supported parasite, CloudScout bombards you with its never-ending pile of discounts and coupons and best prices and price comparisons and the only thing they have in common is the fact they are unreliable. Clicking anything brought to you by the parasite could result in more malware getting installed or you losing your money after believing some fake commercial of a non-existent product. The only way to put an end to this utter mess of web links, ads and coupons is by eliminating the virus that generated them in the first place. Trust us, you will lose nothing by deleting CloudScout and the sooner you do it, the better. This nuisance of a program is capable of stealing your private data as well so if it spends enough time on your PC system, it poses the serious danger of cyber scams or even identity theft. Of course, those are the worst case scenarios but if you’re particularly unlucky, you might get to witness them become a terrible reality. Is it really a risk you’re willing to take? In order to delete the nasty CloudScout virus manually and put an end to all trouble it brought upon you, please follow the detailed removal guide you will find down below.

How Can I Remove CloudScout Ads?

If you perform exactly the steps below you should be able to remove the CloudScout 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 CloudScout from your Add\Remove Programs

STEP 2: Delete CloudScout from Chrome, Firefox or IE

STEP 3: Permanently Remove CloudScout from the windows registry.

STEP 1 : Uninstall CloudScout from Your Computer

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

Type “Appwiz.cpl”

Locate the CloudScout 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 CloudScout 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 CloudScout 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.