Blueskymotions.net ads (spam) - Free Guide

What is Blueskymotions.net ads?

Blueskymotions.net can cause users to experience push notification spam after clicking “Allow”

Pop-up ads caused by shady websites can lead to other dangerous pages

Blueskymotions.net is a site created by crooks to generate passive income from pay-per-click advertising. It uses social engineering^[1] methods to trick people into subscribing to push notifications. When the page is opened, it shows a fake animation of a loading bar and the message “Please tap the Allow button to continue.”

However, there is no other content to explore on this site so when people press the “Allow” button, they start getting spammed with annoying pop-up ads that can appear even when the browser is closed. Crooks may use rogue advertising networks^[2] that place ads leading to dangerous websites.

As a result, people can end up on scam sites that try to trick them into providing personal information, downloading PUPs (potentially unwanted programs),^[3] and even malware. If you want to get rid of these push notifications, you should follow our step-by-step guide fully.

Distribution methods

Pages, like Blueskymotions.net, are rarely found in the search results. Usually, they are hidden on other shady pages behind deceptive ads and sneaky redirects. We recommend avoiding pages that engage in illegal activities. For example, some illegal streaming websites display fake “Download” and “Play” buttons that open new tabs with scam sites.

There is also a possibility that the page was opened by adware automatically. It is advertising-supported software that causes pop-ups, banners, and redirects. To avoid such infections, it is best to use official sources for software downloads and pay attention during the installation process.

If you are worried about your privacy, you should clear cookies regularly

Cookies and cache

If you've ever been online, chances are you have seen a message asking if you would like to allow cookies. These are tiny data files that can follow your activity, including things like your IP address and geolocation, the websites you visit, and the links you click on. This is not inherently harmful, as it can actually help create a personalized user experience for people who visit those sites.

However, fraudsters can exploit this information for personal gain by selling cookies to advertising networks or other third-party services. If the pages you visit do not have robust security, it is possible for malicious actors to hijack and use your cookies without your knowledge. That is why it is important to regularly clear your browsers.

To do this automatically, consider using a maintenance tool like FortectIntego. It can not only delete all cookies and cache with one click, but also fix system damage from errors, BSODs, corrupted files, and registry issues – especially helpful after a virus infection.

How to disable pop-ups?

The first thing you should do is go to your browser settings and see if you can disable the push notifications from there:

Google Chrome (desktop):

1. Open Google Chrome browser and go to Menu > Settings.
2. Scroll down and click on Advanced.
3. Locate Privacy and security section and pick Site Settings > Notifications.
4. Look at the Allow section and look for a suspicious URL.
5. Click the three vertical dots next to it and pick Block. This should remove unwanted notifications from Google Chrome.

Google Chrome (Android):

1. Open Google Chrome and tap on Settings (three vertical dots).
2. Select Notifications.
3. Scroll down to the Sites section.
4. Locate the unwanted URL and toggle the button to the left (Off setting).

Mozilla Firefox:

1. Open Mozilla Firefox and go to Menu > Options.
2. Click on Privacy & Security section.
3. Under Permissions, you should be able to see Notifications. Click the Settings button next to it.
4. In the Settings – Notification Permissions window, click on the drop-down menu by the URL in question.
5. Select Block and then click on Save Changes. This should remove unwanted notifications from Mozilla Firefox.

Safari:

1. Click on Safari > Preferences…
2. Go to the Websites tab and, under General, select Notifications.
3. Select the web address in question, click the drop-down menu and select Deny.

MS Edge:

1. Open Microsoft Edge, and click the Settings and more button (three horizontal dots) at the top-right of the window.
2. Select Settings and then go to Advanced.
3. Under Website permissions, pick Manage permissions and select the URL in question.
4. Toggle the switch to the left to turn notifications off on Microsoft Edge.

MS Edge (Chromium):

1. Open Microsoft Edge, and go to Settings.
2. Select Site permissions.
3. Go to Notifications on the right.
4. Under Allow, you will find the unwanted entry.
5. Click on More actions and select Block.

Adware removal

Once you block the notifications, there is still a chance that there is adware hiding in your system. You might be experiencing an increased amount of commercial content like surveys, banners, pop-ups, and redirects. We strongly suggest deploying professional security tools like SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner or Malwarebytes to scan your machine if you have any of these symptoms.

Antivirus software can detect suspicious processes running on your machine and eliminate all the related files. What is more, it can prevent such infections in the future by warning you about a suspicious download. You can also remove programs manually, but it can be difficult to identify PUPs as they are often disguised as “handy” tools that you use every day.

It may look like antivirus software, system optimizer, media player, etc. Besides, manual removal can sometimes result in a renewal of the infection, as people fail to eliminate all the related files and entries. Otherwise, if you want to perform manual removal, you can follow the instructions posted below for Windows and Mac systems:

Windows 10/8:

1. Enter Control Panel into Windows search box and hit Enter or click on the search result.
2. Under Programs, select Uninstall a program.
3. From the list, find the entry of the suspicious program.
4. Right-click on the application and select Uninstall.
5. If User Account Control shows up, click Yes.
6. Wait till uninstallation process is complete and click OK.

Windows 7/XP:

1. Click on Windows Start > Control Panel located on the right pane (if you are Windows XP user, click on Add/Remove Programs).
2. In Control Panel, select Programs > Uninstall a program.
3. Pick the unwanted application by clicking on it once.
4. At the top, click Uninstall/Change.
5. In the confirmation prompt, pick Yes.
6. Click OK once the removal process is finished.

Mac:

1. From the menu bar, select Go > Applications.
2. In the Applications folder, look for all related entries.
3. Click on the app and drag it to Trash (or right-click and pick Move to Trash)

To fully remove an unwanted app, you need to access Application Support, LaunchAgents, and LaunchDaemons folders and delete relevant files:

1. Select Go > Go to Folder.
2. Enter /Library/Application Support and click Go or press Enter.
3. In the Application Support folder, look for any dubious entries and then delete them.
4. Now enter /Library/LaunchAgents and /Library/LaunchDaemons folders the same way and terminate all the related .plist files.