These potentially unwanted programs generate intrusive online ads and modify Internet browser settings.Īlthough poses no direct virus or malware threats, most users are redirected to this website without their consent.
There are many dubious browser extensions similar to Taplika including Groovorio, BuenoSearch, Enhanced-Search, and Royal-Search. The Taplika browser hijacker was developed by IronSource Ltd. These programs allow distributors to install additional applications (toolbars, widgets, browser add-ons, etc.) together with the users' chosen free software.Īlthough it is stated that these applications are '100% legitimate and virus-free', reckless download and installation of freeware often results in adware or malware infections that are likely to cause intrusive online advertisements, privacy issues, or in the case of, unwanted browser redirects. Today, most popular freeware download websites (for example,, ,, etc.) use small download programs called 'download managers' or 'download clients' as free service monetization tools. These associations are made since this rogue browser add-on employs a deceptive software marketing method called 'bundling' to install on Internet browsers without users' consent.īundling is a way to stealthily distribute additional applications together with the chosen software, and therefore, most users inadvertently install Taplika during download of free software from freeware download websites. This toolbar is compatible with Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox.Īlthough this may appear to be a useful and legitimate browser extension, Taplika is referred to by most users as a redirect virus or browser hijacker. The Taplika browser toolbar claims to improve the quality of users' Internet browsing experience by allowing instant access to popular social networking websites (Twitter, Facebook, etc.) and displaying advanced Internet search results.
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