Background Adware Pop-up Generator

What is ADWARE-POPUP-LOOP?

Background Adware Pop-up Generator ranks as a low-severity malware/security issue in our database. This diagnosis detects persistence registry keys, browser push notifications, or scheduled tasks displaying random popup ads, redirection screens, or background browser processes. This can also stem from installing software bundles bundled with Potentially Unwanted Applications (PUA). Follow the steps below to fix it.

Common Causes

• Installing software bundles bundled with Potentially Unwanted Applications (PUA).
• Allowing malicious web domains to send desktop notifications.

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

• 1
  Scan and remove Potentially Unwanted Programs using Windows Defender.

  "Scan and remove Potentially Unwanted Programs using Windows Defender." is worth trying when installing software bundles bundled with Potentially Unwanted Applications (PUA) turns out to be the culprit.

• 2
  Inspect Task Scheduler for unrecognized trigger-based tasks and delete them.

  For lingering ADWARE-POPUP-LOOP cases, "Inspect Task Scheduler for unrecognized trigger-based tasks and delete them." is worth running through.

• 3
  Clear site permissions and notification prompts inside your web browser settings.

  "Clear site permissions and notification prompts inside your web browser settings." handles an edge case some users report with ADWARE-POPUP-LOOP.

Commands & Diagnostics

Frequently Asked Questions