Remove CouponFactor - so it'll work
If you find CouponFactor adware in your browser, you should remove it immediately. It is not a virus, but the malware causes plenty of resentment among users. We'll show you how to completely delete CouponFactor from your system.
Step 1: Remove CouponFactor from Windows
CouponFactor adware is usually installed unnoticed by free programs. Since often only annoying pop-ups appear, the adware does not pose a particularly great threat to your computer. In addition, the adware makes numerous changes in your settings.
- Uninstall CouponFactor: Start the Control Panel and sort the list of installed programs by the installation date. Find and remove "CouponFactor" as well as all other dubious, new entries. Here you will find the exact instructions for all Windows versions.
- AdwCleaner: This free software specializes in adware like CouponFactor. The AdwCleaner searches, finds and removes the last remains of CouponFactor.
- Malwarebytes Anti-Malware: A pest rarely comes alone. If you want to be on the safe side, you can subject your computer to a free and reliable virus test.
Step 2: Delete CouponFactor from the browser
If CouponFactor is still not saying goodbye to your browser, you have to reset the software manually. Perform the following instructions for all installed browsers, even if you are not currently using them.
- Reset Google Chrome
- Reset Mozilla Firefox
- Reset Internet Explorer
- Reset Opera
- Reset Safari
In the next practical tip, we will show you how to check individual files online for viruses.