RolextAds

By GoldSparrow in Adware

Threat Scorecard

Ranking: 9,492
Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 637
First Seen: July 15, 2015
Last Seen: August 22, 2023
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The ads by RolextAds have nothing in common with the esteemed brand of wristwatches Rolex, and you may wonder why there are many RolextAds commercials in your browser. The abundance of ads by RolextAds in your Internet client is generated by an adware app on your system. Adware is typically bundled with free programs that the majority of users install with the 'Express' or 'Typical' option. The RolextAds adware may use a browser extension to display banners, inline ads, pop-up windows and input sponsored links alongside your search results on Google and Bing. The RolextAds adware is deployed by its creators to earn pay-per-click revenue, and it can maximize its efficiency by showing you tailor-suited ads. The RolextAds adware can customize its commercials by reading data like your browsing and download history, bookmarks and creates a unique advertising profile for you. Additionally, the RolextAds adware may detect your approximate geographical location to display promotions in your vicinity. That way, people that like culinary websites will see discounts about fresh cooking products in local stores and tech savvy users will be provided with limited time offers on machinery and software. Security researchers remind users that the ads by adware such as the RolextAds are not safe, and you may be directed to visit suspicious websites and download Potentially Unwanted Programs (PUPs) like Coupon Server and DiscoverAcenstry. Also, the RolextAds adware may slow down your web browser and impair the video playback on websites like YouTube and Vimeo. You may wish to employ the service of a reputable anti-spyware tool that can remove the RolextAds adware and ensure your optimal PC performance.

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