Remove wexprotocol.co.in ads

wexprotocol.co.in is a scam site that tries to trick users into allowing desktop ads. The site is misusing a legitimate browser feature to do this, which is why you’ll get a browser alert saying “wexprotocol.co.in wants to show notifications” when you get redirected to the site. If you allow this site to show notifications, your desktop will be filled with ads, some of which could expose you to potentially dangerous content.

 

 

Thousands of websites like wexprotocol.co.in have only one purpose, and that is to deceive users into agreeing to receive advertisements on their desktops. These sites are often disguised as trustworthy platforms, claiming to offer news, sports, or entertainment. However, they’re completely empty sites that only show a prompt encouraging users to click “Allow” to prove they’re not robots. These websites exploit a legitimate browser feature that allows them to request permission to display notifications on users’ desktops. While many sites use this feature for legitimate purposes, those like wexprotocol.co.in abuse it, bombarding users with unwanted advertisements.

The notifications generated by these sites will appear directly on your desktop, potentially causing confusion as they may mimic genuine system alerts. Allowing notifications from such sites can lead users to click on unsafe links. For example, you might receive alerts suggesting you download an update or install an anti-virus program, but these downloads could actually contain malware.

Users often get redirected to sites like wexprotocol.co.in by other sites. These redirects can also occur due to adware infections. To protect your device, consider using WiperSoft to scan your computer for any infections, install an adblocker extension, and if you’ve granted the site permission to show notifications, make sure to revoke it. Instructions for revoking permissions can be found at the end of the report.

Redirects to random sites can be caused by adware

If you’re experiencing frequent redirects while browsing, it could indicate that your computer has an adware infection. Alternatively, you may simply be visiting ad-heavy websites without an ad blocker. If these redirects only happen on specific sites, particularly those featuring adult or pirated content, it’s likely that those sites are the cause. To block these redirects, you might want to install an ad blocker, which can prevent ads and redirects or at least close pop-ups as they appear.

However, if you’re being redirected regardless of what websites you visit, it could mean that adware is present on your computer. Adware and browser hijackers often use a method called software bundling, allowing them to be installed without your explicit permission. They typically come attached to popular free programs as optional offers that can install automatically.

Many users are unaware of these bundled offers because they are usually hidden. To avoid them, make sure to select Advanced (Custom) settings when installing free programs. A common mistake is choosing Default settings, which conceal additional offers and allow them to install automatically. By selecting Advanced settings, you can review all offers and deselect anything you don’t want.

How to stop wexprotocol.co.in pop-up ads

If you’re getting randomly redirected to websites like wexprotocol.co.in, it’s usually a result of either adware or a particular site you visited. If it’s linked to the site, installing an adblocker extension should resolve the issue. However, if adware is responsible for the random redirects, you’ll need to remove it. Additionally, if you’ve allowed the site to show notifications, you need to revoke that permission. Below, you’ll find instructions to help you navigate your browser’s settings if you’re unsure how to proceed.

• For Mozilla Firefox: Open menu (the three bars top-right corner) -> Options -> Privacy & Security. Scroll down to Permissions, press on Settings next to Notifications, and remove wexprotocol.co.in and any other questionable website. 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 wexprotocol.co.in and any other questionable website. 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 wexprotocol.co.in and any other questionable website. You can permanently turn off these notification requests by toggling off “Ask before sending”.