Remove ssldefender.pro pop-up ads

ssldefender.pro is a generic scam website that tries to trick users into allowing ads on the desktop. The site has no content on it, its sole purpose is to trick users into clicking “Allow” on the “ssldefender.pro wants to show notifications” alert. Allowing this particular site to show notifications will result in ads on your desktop. These ads may expose you to potentially dangerous content, including scams and malware. Fortunately, even if you have given this or another questionable site permission, it’s not difficult to revoke it in your browser’s settings.

 

 

When you are redirected to ssldefender.pro, a notification will immediately pop up saying “ssldefender.pro wants to show notifications”. The site implies that granting permission will allow you to access the site. However, ssldefender.pro is actually a scam site, intent on flooding you with dubious ads rather than providing any useful notifications. Some of these ads might be designed to mimic legitimate system notifications, misleading users into interacting with potentially harmful content. This could result in downloading malware or falling for scams. If you’ve mistakenly allowed notifications from this site, we recommend revoking that permission as soon as possible. If you’re unsure how to do this, instructions are provided at the end of the report to help you.

The notification feature itself is legitimate. If you have a trusted website that you visit regularly, permitting notifications from that site can be beneficial, allowing you to receive important updates directly on your desktop. You can revoke these permissions whenever you no longer want to receive notifications.

We recommend scanning your computer with anti-virus software such as WiperSoft to check for adware that may be causing the redirects. If adware is found, removing it will stop the redirects. If there’s no adware, you need to install an adblocker program and keep it enabled at all times, especially when browsing potentially risky, ad-heavy websites.

What is causing you to get redirected to ssldefender.pro

If you find yourself being randomly redirected while visiting safe websites, it’s possible that you have adware on your system. Adware often sneaks in unnoticed, typically through software bundling, where it gets installed alongside popular free programs without explicit consent. To avoid this, pay close attention when installing free programs. Always choose Advanced (or Custom) settings when installing free programs. While the installation window will recommend using Default, these settings will authorize all added offers to install alongside the program. Unlike Default settings, Advanced settings allow you to see any additional offers and give you the choice to accept or decline them. Make sure to uncheck any boxes for offers you don’t want, as they’re usually junk. Generally, it’s recommended to deselect all offers.

Additionally, it’s worth noting that redirects can also be triggered by the websites you visit. Interacting with high-risk sites, such as those related to pornography or pirated content, may trigger these redirects. To help block the redirects, consider installing an adblocker program, which can either prevent the redirects or at least close any unwanted pop-up windows immediately.

How to remove ssldefender.pro ads

If this site is permitted to show you notifications, we recommend removing ssldefender.pro from the list. If you need assistance with this, follow the instructions below.

• For Mozilla Firefox: Open menu (the three bars top-right corner) -> Options -> Privacy & Security. Scroll down to Permissions, press Settings next to Notifications, and remove ssldefender.pro and any other questionable websites. You can permanently turn off these notification requests by checking the “Block new requests asking to allow notifications” box in the same Notifications settings.
• For Google Chrome: Open menu (the three dots top-right corner) -> Settings -> Privacy and security -> Site Settings. Click on Notifications under Permissions, and remove ssldefender.pro and any other questionable websites. You can stop these notification requests permanently by toggling off “Sites can ask to send notifications”.
• For Microsoft Edge: Open menu (the three dots top-right corner) -> Settings -> Cookies and site permissions -> Notifications. Review which sites have permission and remove ssldefender.pro and any other questionable websites. You can permanently turn off these notification requests by toggling off “Ask before sending”.

Use WiperSoft or another anti-virus software to scan your computer for adware. If adware is causing the redirects, they will only cease once you eliminate the adware. An adblocker program is also necessary.