How to remove CoupSeek (Virus Removal Guide)

CoupSeek virus

CoupSeek (CoupSeek virus, Coup Seek) is generic coupon-based adware and a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that bundles other unwanted programs and malicious threats. The main symptom of a CoupSeek adware infection are pop-up advertisements. Pop-up ads by CoupSeek are mainly targeted advertisements that appear as banners or in-text ads. CoupSeek and programs that it bundles with gather user browsing data to deliver such targeted advertisements it feels users are most likely to select.

CoupSeek adware creates and schedules several tasks on Windows Task Scheduler and Windows Start-up settings. These tasks will start the unwanted program every time Windows is started and will check to see if this adware is running, and if not, will enable the program to run. Other tasks may update the adware and allow additional programs permission to automatically install.

CoupSeek is not technically defined as a computer virus, but the program is still a threat or the sign of a serious computer infection. Potential CoupSeek malware is known to download and install alongside third-party malware, malicious files, and additional potentially unwanted programs (PUPs), including Shopop. This means that it will be necessary to uninstall multiple programs and remove multiple browser add-ons and extensions to stop all unwanted activities. Apart from manually eradicating the program and others that it bundles with, files may remain undetected to the average computer user. That is why it is recommended to use a reputable anti-malware product to remove CoupSeek and malicious files that it installs alongside with.

The CoupSeek extension and browser attachments that it may bundle with have ‘permissions’ set allowing them to perform tasks users may find undesirable. These permissions are listed below.
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• Read and change all your data on the websites you visit.
• Read and change your browsing history.
• Manage your apps, extensions, and themes.
• Manage your downloads.

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The CoupSeek program is usually contracted without user consent or knowledge alongside free downloadable content from a variety of locations on the web. Free downloadable content includes freeware, shareware, torrents, and more.

Users who wish to install freeware may be given a “custom installation” option to accept or decline an offer to install CoupSeek adware and similar products during the installation; However, the user request to decline the adware from installing can be ignored by the program or presented in a confusing manner.

In some cases, CoupSeek and other unwanted programs are deceptively promoted through questionable advertisements. These advertisements may be dishonest, misleading, and cause the program to automatically download and install once clicked on.

How to remove CoupSeek (Removal Guide)

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• Step 1: Remove unwanted add-ons and extensions
• Step 2: Uninstall CoupSeek
• Step 3: Remove CoupSeek malware with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware
• Step 4: Cleanup and repair settings with CCleaner by Piriform
• For Tech Support Call: 1-888-879-0084

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Step 1: Remove CoupSeek add-ons and extensions

Google Chrome

1. Click the Customize and control Google Chrome icon on the top menu and navigate to More tools > Extensions.

2. Search for suspicious extensions in the list. Remove unwanted browser extensions individually by clicking the trashcan icon next to each one.

Mozilla Firefox

1. Type Ctrl+Shift+A.

2. Search for suspicious add-ons on the Extensions and Plugin tab. Highlight each one individually and click remove.

Step 2: Uninstall CoupSeek

1. Open Windows Start Menu and go to the Control Panel.

2. On Windows Control Panel, click Uninstall a program or Add and remove a program in the Programs section.

3. Search for CoupSeek and other unwanted programs in the list of installed programs. Once an unwanted program is located, double click the item or select it with your mouse and click the Uninstall button.

Step 3: Remove CoupSeek malware with Malwarebytes

1. Download and install the free or full version of Malwarebytes Anti-Malware. The full version enables real-time protection to block malware and unwanted programs from infecting your computer, while the free version is just a free scan and removal tool.

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2. Open the Malwarebytes Anti-Malware program.

3. Click the large Scan Now button or visit the “Scan” tab to manually run a scan.

4. Once the malware scan is complete, click the Remove Selected button and reboot your computer.

Step 4: Cleanup and repair settings with CCleaner

1. Download and install the free or full version of CCleaner by Piriform.

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2. Once installed, open the program and navigate to Cleaner > Windows/Applications and click the Analyze button. Afterwards, click the Run Cleaner button on the bottom right of the program interface.

3. Next, navigate to Tools > Startup and search through each tab starting from windows, internet explorer, etc., all the way to Content Menu, for additional suspicious entries and click Disable and Delete once anything is found.