Etingplansfo.buzz ads (spam) - Free Guide

What is Etingplansfo.buzz ads?

Etingplansfo.buzz displays a fake media player to get users to subscribe to push notifications

Never click "Allow" if you do not want to subscribe to push notifications

Etingplansfo.buzz is a fake website created by crooks to generate revenue from pay-per-click advertising. It uses social engineering^[1] methods to trick people into subscribing to push notifications. When the page opens, it seems like there is a media player. Users are asked to press the “Allow” button to access the video.

Instead, they start getting spammed with annoying pop-up ads that can appear even when the browser is closed. Crooks may use rogue advertising networks that place ads leading to dangerous websites. People can end up on pages that try to lure out personal information, or fool them into downloading PUPs (potentially unwanted programs),^[2] and even malware.

Distribution methods

• Shady websites – pages like Etingplansfo.buzz rarely appear in the search results. Most times, they are hidden on other questionable sites that are unregulated. Avoid web pages that engage in illegal activities^[3] because they are often full of deceptive ads and sneaky redirects. It is best to not click on random links and ads even if they seem to be promoting legitimate products and services.
• Freeware installations – many people look for platforms where they can install applications for free. Unfortunately, many of them include additional programs in the installers that monetize user activity. That is why Etingplansfo.buzz could have appeared without any user input. It may have been opened by adware which is advertising-supported software.

Do not browse through questionable sites if you want to avoid scams

How to avoid PUP installations?

PUAs, like adware, are mostly spread through unofficial download sources. We recommend only using official web stores and developer websites. Apps that get listed on official digital marketplaces have to go through an extensive review process. However, you should still do your research – read the reviews, look at the ratings, and the number of users.

Additionally, you should follow certain steps during the installation process. Always choose the “Custom” or “Advanced” installation methods. Read the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use to find out more information. Most importantly, check the file list and untick the boxes next to any unrelated applications.

Block Etingplansfo.buzz notifications

Because push notifications are subscription-based, they can be turned on and off only manually. We have a detailed guide for the most popular browsers below:

Google Chrome (desktop):

1. Open Google Chrome browser and go to Menu > Settings.
2. Scroll down and click on Advanced.
3. Locate the 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 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 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 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.

Clear your browsers

After an encounter with such a website, it is strongly recommended to clear your browsers. Websites can use cookies to collect data like your IP address, geolocation, websites you visit, links you click on, and things you purchase online. Generally, they are used to personalize the user experience.

However, fraudsters can use them to make a profit by selling them to advertising networks or other third parties. That is why we recommend using a maintenance tool like FortectIntego. It can clear cookies and cache automatically. It can also fix various system errors, corrupted files, and registry issues.

Scan your system for adware

Sometimes pages like Etingplansfo.buzz show up without any user input at all. This can be caused by adware which is a program that can generate commercial content in the machine without the users' knowledge. Many PUAs are disguised as “handy” tools so they would be more difficult to identify for average users.

That is why having professional security tools like SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner and Malwarebytes is essential. Anti-malware solutions can scan the machine and detect suspicious processes running in the background. Besides, it can prevent such infections by warning users about dangerous files trying to enter the system. However, if you still want to do this yourself, you can follow our step-by-step instructions for Windows and Mac machines:

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.