Startab.me

The Startab.me Web portal is promoted as an alternative to the well-known Start.me service, and you might install a browser add-on that is linked to Startab.me. The browser add-on associated with Startab.me may change the user's Internet settings in Google Chrome, Opera, Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox. As stated above, the services at Startab.me are similar to Start.me and users will find a search bar on Startab.me, as well as shortcuts to social media like Vkontakte, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter. You may install the Startab.me add-on with a freeware bundle that includes software such as the HeadlineAlley Toolbar and InboxAce. The Startab.me add-on is classified as a browser hijacker because it may cover your screen with ads and prevent you from using services by Google, Microsoft and Yahoo. Additionally, the search functionality at Startab.me is provided by the Ustart engine that is related to a browser hijacker and a black-listed domain.

The Startab.me browser hijacker may make modifications to the new tab page settings of infected users and provide links to sponsored pages and goods on less-reputable online stores. The Startab.me browser hijacker might change the user's DNS configuration and remove extensions like Adblock, Adguard, and security toolbars to load unprotected content. The Startab.me browser hijacker may expose users to advanced cyber threats like Yakes and Artemis. Security experts note that the Startab.me browser hijacker may show pop-up windows that advertise shareware and welcome them to install potentially unwanted applications. The makers of the Startab.me browser hijacker might receive pay-per-click revenue whenever you shop at stores like Amazon and click on ads powered by sponsors of Startab.me. The Startab.me browser hijacker may hide its files on your drive by editing the values in your Registry. A peak into the 'Control Panel' is not likely to reveal the browser hijacking application linked to Startab.me. You may want to avoid generating money for the team behind the Startab.me browser hijacker and use a reliable anti-spyware program to remove it.