Installed something from Softonic. Now my computer’s infected. Is it possible that there’s a connection between these two events?
Installed something from Softonic
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Softonic is a legitimate website, however, cyber security experts recommend users to be careful when installing programs from it. You should be aware of software bundles that you might find on that site.
To prevent installing unwanted programs, always inspect privacy policy and installation settings to ensure that no unwanted programs will be installed alongside your chosen file or program.
Learn more about Softonic downloads here Softonic. How to remove? (Uninstall guide).
If your computer is infected with spyware (browser hijackers, adware), then yes, it is likely that you have unknowingly installed such software from Softonic. The website doesn't serve malware, so if you were infected with a more critical program, then it likely came from a different source.