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| Threat Level: | 80 % (High) |
| Infected Computers: | 16 |
| First Seen: | July 17, 2015 |
| Last Seen: | November 19, 2020 |
| OS(es) Affected: | Windows |
FreezeThePrice is associated with an adware infection that may be designed to take over a Web browser and force it to display advertisements repeatedly. FreezeThePrice advertisements may become extremely irritating, and may be recognized because they may contain messages reading 'Ads by FreezeThePrice', 'Powered by FreezeThePrice' or other similar labels. FreezeThePrice may take up an entire Web browser tab or pop-up window, appearing repeatedly and interrupting computer users using the affected Web browser. Adware associated with FreezeThePrice is not threatening. However, the many symptoms associated with FreezeThePrice may be extremely irritating and make it hard for PC users to use the compromised computer.
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Why FreezeThePrice Advertisements may Annoy Computer Users
Advertisements are a part of the Internet. Most websites may generate their revenue from advertisements and, for the most part, online advertisements are not difficult to ignore. In fact, a boxed advertisement or a banner advertisement is hardly harassing and allows websites to continue producing content. However, the FreezeThePrice advertisements are not limited to simple advertisements displayed on websites online; FreezeThePrice advertisements may present themselves as pop-up windows or advertisements that pop-under the cursor constantly. In many cases, closing the pop-up window makes more pop-ups to appear, or the pop-up may simply refuse to close. These types of irritating symptoms may make FreezeThePrice difficult to deal with and much more problematic than simple advertisements that are part of the everyday experience of using the Internet. One additional problem specifically related to FreezeThePrice is that its advertisements may include a large button that supposed allows computer users make the advertisements go away. However, clicking on these buttons may make additional advertisements appear, lead computer users to other unwanted content, or even allow content to be downloaded and installed on the affected Web browser. Computer users should avoid interacting with FreezeThePrice in any way. These types of advertisements should be closed in a way that does not interact with the advertisement directly, such as by closing the window or program using Windows rather than any content inside the advertisements themselves.
Other Common Problems that may be Linked to FreezeThePrice
The main purpose of FreezeThePrice is to generate advertising and marketing revenue. One additional problem associated with FreezeThePrice is that its advertisements may be associated with trackers that keep tabs on your online activities. Using its tracking component, a third-party may gain access to your Web browser habits, browsing and search history and information about your PC and location. This data is relayed to a remote server that may then deliver targeted advertisements to your Web browser. FreezeThePrice may be closely associated with performance issues. This is because these marketing tasks may use system resources and bandwidth, slowing down your Internet connection and computer, as well as increasing the chances for crashes and other instability.
How Adware Linked to FreezeThePrice may be Distributed
Adware may be bundled with other software. This kind of distribution is the most common way of distributing low-level threats such as browser hijackers, adware and PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs). During the installation process of a free program downloaded from the Web, computer users may be prompted to install additional components such as Web browser toolbars and extensions. These installers may use misleading instructions or opt computers in automatically. Therefore, PC users are advised to take extra steps to make sure that no additional component is being installed when installing new software. Custom or advanced setup options are also a good way of avoiding adware associated with FreezeThePrice or other bundled components when installing new software on your computer. The use of download managers or third-party installers is also discouraged.
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