Still Can't Defeat Adchoices

[Insecure]

I previously posted a topic about my premium (paid-for) version of Malwarebytes being unable to remove Adchoices. A link was posted to download some program from bleepingcomputer dot com. Though I was flummoxed that a paid version of Malwarebytes couldn't combat Adchoices, I took the bait and downloaded the other program. Norton AV immediately flagged it as malicious and deleted it immediately. It didn't even give me a chance to say it was okay.

 

Adchoices still thrives on all PC's in my house. Why, oh why doesn't Malwarebytes consider this UNWANTED program malware? Could someone at least answer that? I'm really stuck here.

 

Thank you....

 

[TwinHeadedEagle]

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They call me TwinHeadedEagle around here, and I'll try to help your with your issue.
 
     
    
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Please download Farbar Recovery Scan Tool and save it to your desktop.
 
Note: You need to run the version compatibale with your system. If you are not sure which version applies to your system download both of them and try to run them.
Only one of them will run on your system, that will be the right version.

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[David H. Lipman]

Adchoices is not malware.  It is a function or marketing groups and the use of Cookies and so-called Super-Cookies to track and target your Browsing habits and then send you personally sent, targeted, advertisements.

 

Google Adsense

 

AdChoices Opt-Out

[Insecure]

Norton deletes it immediately after I download it. It says frst64.exe is a threat under the category of WS.Reputation.1.

 

So I turned off Norton. I tried downloading it again, and this time Windows 7 Pro immediately deletes it.

 

Still stuck.

[TwinHeadedEagle]

How do you mean Windows deletes it?

 

Don't worry about Norton it just detects everything, good and bad, no matter what.

[Insecure]

You know what? If I didn't install it or opt in in the first place, it's malware to me. I don't want to be tracked.

[Insecure]

Thanks for posting the opt-out link. But I have to say, Adchoices should at least be considered a PUP by Malwarebytes. Again, if I didn't ask for it, I won't want it.

[David H. Lipman]

I understand your frustrations but they are based upon a lack of knowledge.

 

It can't be considered a PUP nor malware. 

 

Just like when you drive down a highway you must contend with;  traffic signs, lights, speed restrictions, other drivers, animals, distractions, etc, the Internet roadside has the marketing.

 

If you do not like it, you have to take the time to fully educate yourself on what "it" is and how you can best circumvent it.

[Insecure]

Now I have knowledge.

 

Thank you all for your help.

 

My issue is resolved.

[Naathim]

Since this issue is resolved I will close the thread to prevent others from posting here. If you need assistance please start your own topic and someone will be happy to assist you.