Maps Voyage – a misleading extension that shares numerous similarities with Maps Frontier virus
Maps Voyage is a potentially unwanted program[1] that claims to be capable of providing traffic information. However, once it gets attached to the browser, it starts interrupting you with sponsored ads and similar content which can greatly decrease your browsing quality, especially if you are not willing to buy anything. Maps Voyage virus is still available on Google Play store, its official website Mapsvoyage.com and other third-party sites but we believe that it is a matter of time until the distribution of this adware stops. The extension strikes extreme similarities to Maps Frontier.
| Summary | |
| Name | Maps Voyage |
| Type | PUP, adware |
| Distribution | Software bundling, official website |
| Symptoms | Intrusive advertisements and redirects to sponsored sites |
| Danger Level | Low. However, could potentially lead to malware infections |
| Elimination | You can scan your machine using FortectIntego or uninstall the extension using our guide below this article |
As we have mentioned, this tool claims to provide information related to traffic, transit, maps, and other features that make installation of this extension seem beneficial. However, beware that this tool can initiate unauthorized changes on each of your web browsers. Because of these changes, Maps Voyage is often called a virus.
Based on program’s presentation, this application can also initiate tracking of its users’ behavior on the Internet and collection of non-personal information. This browser add-on is using this data to make its online ads, banners, and pop-up ads appear more exciting and increase their interaction rate. Although this is not a malicious virus, Advertisements by Maps Voyage removal is a crucial procedure for the whole system, especially if you want to prevent annoying interruptions while browsing.
If you found that this program installed on your computer without your approval, be aware that this is not some malware.[2] However, it is better not to keep it on your system as its main aim is to increase revenue to its developers. Changed performance of your devices and increased number of ads are the main reasons you need to remove Maps Voyage. We suggest using anti-malware programs like FortectIntego.
This app has been actively spread with the help of bundling
Typically, browser infections like this one come bundled up with additional freeware programs that you install on your computer without paying enough attention to their installation. This one might also be downloaded straight from the website or installed unknowingly, by clicking on questionable prepositions during installation of another program.
This adware might appear on your browser in a pop-up window with the suggestion to improve your browsing experience. However, you should avoid clicking on such ads and always unmark prepositions to add unknown add-ons, plugins, and extensions to your browser.
We always suggest users choose certified and well-known software providers and do not download programs that seem suspicious. Always check what you agree with and decline offers to download suspicious, not needed apps or extensions.
To get rid of Maps Voyage, you need to reset your web browser
This is not a harmful virus that can make big changes to your computer system. However, uninstalling this extension is not that easy as there is a bunch of components that have been spreading together with it. Any adware type program requires proper removal that can be initiated only with the help of professionals.
Security experts[3] highly recommend using anti-malware programs and tools for proper Maps Voyage removal. We have provided some recommendations below. Update these programs occasionally and run a full system scan to fix your computer now and in the future.
MapsVoyage removal can also be implemented by using steps given below the list of programs. Make sure you reset your web browsers to eliminate the side effects and remaining problems. After performing these steps, your searches and other internet activities will be safe again.
Uninstall from Windows
Uninstall from Windows 10/8:
- Type Control Panel into the Windows search box and open the result.
- Under Programs, select Uninstall a program.
Uninstall from Windows 7/XP:
- Click on Windows Start > Control Panel (Windows XP users should click on Add/Remove Programs).
- In Control Panel, select Programs > Uninstall a program.
Remove the unwanted program:
- In the Programs and Features window, look for any recently installed suspicious entries, select them, and click Uninstall.
- If User Account Control appears, click Yes to confirm, then complete the removal.
Delete from macOS
Remove the unwanted application:
- From the menu bar, select Go > Applications.
- In the Applications folder, look for any suspicious entries, then drag them to Trash (or right-click and pick Move to Trash).
Delete leftover files and folders:
- Select Go > Go to Folder.
- Enter /Library/Application Support and remove any suspicious folders related to the unwanted program.
- Repeat the same check in the /Library/LaunchAgents and /Library/LaunchDaemons folders, deleting any suspicious entries.
- Finally, empty the Trash to permanently remove the leftovers.
Reset Internet Explorer
Remove dangerous add-ons:
- Open Internet Explorer, click on the Gear icon (IE menu) on the top-right corner of the browser
- Pick Manage Add-ons.
- You will see a Manage Add-ons window. Here, look for suspicious plugins. Click on these entries and select Disable.
Change your homepage if it was altered:
- Open IE and click on the Gear icon.
- Select Internet Options.
- In the General tab, delete the Home page address and replace it by your preferred one (for example, Google.com).
- Click Apply and then select OK.
Delete temporary files:
- Press on the Gear icon and select Internet Options.
- Under Browsing history, click Delete...
- Select relevant fields and press Delete.
Reset Internet Explorer:
- Click on Gear icon > Internet options and select Advanced tab.
- Select Reset.
- In the new window, check Delete personal settings and select Reset.
Remove from Microsoft Edge
Delete unwanted extensions from MS Edge:
- Select Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and pick Extensions.
- From the list, pick the extension and click on the Gear icon.
- Click Remove.
Clear cookies and other browser data:
- Click on the Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and select Settings > Privacy, search, and services..
- Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
- Select Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files. (apart from passwords, although you might want to include Media licenses as well, if applicable) and click on Clear.
Restore new tab and homepage settings:
- Click the menu icon and choose Settings.
- Then find On startup section.
- Click Remove next to any suspicious startup page.
Reset MS Edge if the above steps did not work:
- Press on Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
- Click on More details arrow at the bottom of the window.
- Select Details tab.
- Now scroll down and locate every entry with Microsoft Edge name in it. Right-click on each of them and select End Task to stop MS Edge from running.
Instructions for Chromium-based Edge
Delete extensions from MS Edge (Chromium):
- Open Edge and click select Settings > Extensions.
- Delete unwanted extensions by clicking Remove.
Clear cache and site data:
- Click on Menu and go to Settings.
- Select Privacy, search and services.
- Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
- Under Time range, pick All time.
- Select Clear now.
Reset Chromium-based MS Edge:
- Click on Menu and select Settings.
- On the left side, pick Reset settings.
- Select Restore settings to their default values.
- Confirm with Reset.
- This will disable extensions and reset startup pages but will not delete bookmarks, saved passwords, or browsing history.
Remove from Mozilla Firefox (FF)
Remove dangerous extensions:
- Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click on the Menu (three horizontal lines at the top-right of the window).
- Select Add-ons.
- In here, select the unwanted extension and click Remove.
Reset the homepage:
- Click three horizontal lines at the top right corner to open the menu.
- Choose Settings.
- Under Home, set your preferred homepage and new tab settings.
Clear cookies and site data:
- Click Menu and pick Settings.
- Go to Privacy & Security section.
- Scroll down to locate Cookies and Site Data.
- Click on Clear Data...
- Select Cookies and Site Data and Temporary cached files and pages, then click Clear.
Reset Mozilla Firefox
If clearing the browser as explained above did not help, reset Mozilla Firefox:
- Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click the Menu.
- Go to Help and then choose Troubleshooting Information.
- Under Give Firefox a tune up section, click on Refresh Firefox...
- Once the pop-up shows up, confirm the action by pressing on Refresh Firefox.
Remove from Google Chrome
Delete malicious extensions from Google Chrome:
- Open Google Chrome, click on the Menu (three vertical dots at the top-right corner) and select More tools > Extensions.
- In the newly opened window, you will see all the installed extensions. Uninstall all suspicious extensions related to the unwanted program by clicking Remove.
Clear cache and web data from Chrome:
- Click on Menu and pick Settings.
- Under Privacy and security, select Clear browsing data.
- Select Browsing history, Cookies and other site data, as well as Cached images and files.
- Click Clear data.
Change your homepage:
- Click menu and choose Settings.
- Look for a suspicious site in the On startup section.
- Click on Open a specific or set of pages and click on three dots to find the Remove option.
Reset Google Chrome:
If the previous methods did not help you, reset Google Chrome to eliminate all the unwanted components:
- Click on Menu and select Settings.
- In the Settings, scroll down and click Advanced.
- Scroll down and locate Reset and clean up section.
- Now click Restore settings to their original defaults.
- Confirm with Reset settings.
Delete from Safari
Remove dangerous extensions:
- Open Safari, click Safari in the menu at the top-left of the screen, and select Preferences.
- Go to the Extensions tab, look for any suspicious entries, and click Uninstall to remove them.
Clear history and website data:
- Click Safari in the menu and pick Clear History.
- Set Clear to all history and confirm with Clear History.
Reset Safari:
- Click Safari in the menu and select Preferences > Advanced.
- Enable Show Develop menu in menu bar.
- From the menu bar, click Develop and select Empty Caches.
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