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Yts.mx ads Removal Guide

What is Yts.mx ads?

Yts.mx is a torrent site that can try to track people's personal information or promote malware

Yts.mx torrentYts.mx is a torrent site that has been blocked by Google and Mozilla for deceptive behavior

Yts.mx is a torrent streaming website popular all across the world. It counts millions of its registered users and is praised for a convenient and free-of-charge way to download YIFY movies in a 720p, 2160p, 4k, and 3D movies at a smaller size. However, this website has recently been prohibited by Google and Mozilla Firefox[1] for lack of security. According to the companies, rogue Yts.mx ads were actively used for tricking people into the disclosure of personal details or the installation of potentially dangerous programs.

New posts on Reddit and other online forums started emerging every day when visitors were presented with the “Your connection is not private” alerts when trying to access the Yts.mx domain. Based on the reports, the domain is currently down; however, the alternative variants, such as yts.ag have been released. Please note that each version of this torrent site is considered potentially dangerous to PC's security and user's privacy, so visiting it is highly not recommended.

Name Yts.mx
Classification Adware
Accessibility The website is currently down or flagged by Chrome and Mozilla as dangerous. Nevertheless, it can be accessed using VPN services, but that's not recommended.
Danger The domain is considered dangerous due to aggressive advertising campaigns, misleading surveys asking users to disclose personal information, and distribution of potentially dangerous content
Related websites yts.ag
Symptoms Yts.mx ads or redirects to this torrent site can occur if the PC is infected with adware. Alternatively, web browser can initiate redirects to rogue price giveaways, surveys, and similar websites.
Removal You can not remove Yts.mx as a website. What you can do is to avoid visiting it. However, you can include the domain into the exclusions list withing your web browser's settings to disable its ads.
Those who have been regularly downloading movies from this torrenting website are recommended to scan the computer with a reputable anti-malware program to ensure that it is malware-free.
Fix If the AV engine detected and eliminated some piece of malware, fix the damage that it may be caused to Windows OS with FortectIntego tool.

According to Google's Safe browsing report[2], this torrenting site is inappropriate for visiting due to several reasons. First of all, it provides illicit streaming service and violates the copyright of cinematography[3]. Since there are loads of legal streaming services, including Netflix movies, iflix, HOOQ, Genflix, Catchplay Video, Amazon Prime, and Viu, visiting shady third-party torrent sites is at your own risk of being infected with malware or even punished for delinquent activities.

Anyway, Yts.mx virus is not a term that applies to this website. It can't be a virus as it is a domain, not a piece of software. Nevertheless, it can be attributed to the list of PUPs or adware as a site due to aggressive advertising campaigns and other suspicious schemes used to extort personal information about its visitors.

At the moment of writing, the website is flagged by Chrome, so visiting it is either restricted or completely banned. Trying to enter it, web browser's screen displays the following message:

Your connection is not private
Attackers might be trying to steal your information from yet,mx (for example, passwords, messages, or credit cards). Learn more

NET::ERR_CERT_COMMON_NAME_INVALID

Help improve Chrome security by sending URLs of some pages you visit, limited system information, and some page content to Google. Privacy Policy.

The message can be bypassed by clicking the “proceed to Yts.mx” button, but don't skip the warning “not secure.” The website can exhibit intrusive content among its movie downloads. The biggest risk of getting malware on your PC is to click on popups promoting software downloads, converters, and download managers.

Sometimes Yts.mx ads can start redirecting to this dubious torrent site after the installation of apps like Movie browser 2020 – YTS torrent downloader or YTS movies. These apps are available on Google Play Store for free. However, they can contain advertising material and inject browser-based extensions that trigger continuous Yts.mx redirects.

The behavior of the Yts.mx virus is very similar to the thepiratebay.org, limetorrent.info, and other free torrent streaming websites. Although all of them claim to be safe-to-visit, users have to be cautious and remember the fact that free services are somehow monetized as well. While some offer to purchase points for more downloads, the others rely on ads that promote potentially unwanted apps or sponsored websites in exchange of commissions.

Those who keep seeing YTS ads should scan the machine with SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner or Malwarebytes tool to check the system for Yts.mx virus. It is very likely that an ad-supported application has been installed on the machine via the torrenting service or another shady website.

Yts.mx virusYts.mx is dubbed as virus due to aggressive advertising strategies and suspicions related to spying on its users

Besides, experts from losvirus.es[4] stress the importance to remove Yts.mx adware asap to prevent privacy violations. The website itself may be recording users' IP addresses, geolocation, and content clicked while visiting the site. However, if the system contains an adware infection, it may also generate intrusive redirect pages to rogue online surveys, such as Congratulations, you won! Such surveys ask people to submit information like names, surnames, email addresses, telephone numbers, home addresses, etc. for claiming the prize. However, that's a catch used to collect personal information, which can further be used for service subscriptions or other shady means.

Therefore, if you have noticed that your web browser performs unusual activities, do not ignore any of them. Yts.mx removal option will help to protect your machine from unwanted intruders and prevent leakage of private information. Besides, it will restore your web browser's performance and prevent security breaches.

Free torrenting websites contain pirated software and can promote PUPs

PUPs or potentially unwanted programs are free apps that generate revenue from intrusive advertising or creating artificial traffic to sponsored websites after the web browser's hijack. Such tools are very common and Internet users have to deal with almost every day. Unfortunately, they are not only annoying but can also promote malware and initiate various changes in the system without permission.

Therefore, to protect yourself from inconveniences when hijacked by PUP, people should avoid downloading files from P2P sites or visiting free torrenting websites as they may display misleading ads, hyperlinks, or downloads that promote malware. Unfortunately, but such and similar websites are rather vulnerable for exploits and hacks, meaning that some of the ads may contain obfuscated installers that launch virus payload once clicked.

If, nevertheless, you are fond of using free torrenting services, make sure to arm your machine with a powerful antivirus suit, back up important files, and employ a reputable ad-blocker. This way, you will slightly minimize the risk of PUP or virus attack.

Finally, don't forget that P2P and torrent sites are not the only medium for spreading adware and other unwanted apps. Legitimate third-party download websites, as well as Google Play Store or Chrome Web Store, can promote software bundles that consist of adware and hijackers. To prevent installing them, select the Advanced installation option and look for pre-selected checkboxes saying that you agree to install add-on or toolbar.

Yts.mx adsYts.mx ads can trick people into downloading malware

Get rid of Yts.mx ads to protect your machine from malware

It is not known yet which particular programs are responsible for Yts.mx virus manifestation. Judging from the previous practice, it is most likely to be related to some dubious download manager. However, since no one really knows the culprit of intrusive ads and redirects, it's advisable to fix the problem using an automatic malware removal tool.

If you don't have an AV engine installed on your machine, we recommend relying on SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner or Malwarebytes anti-malware tools for Yts.mx removal. These programs are powerful to get rid of adware, browser hijacker, malware, spyware, trojan, and other PC's infections.

If, for some reason, you cannot remove Yts.mx related adware because AV tool does not respond, try restarting Windows into Safe Mode. This may happen if the runs malicious processes that are blocking security tools. To enter the Safe Mode, follow these steps:

  1. Press Windows key + I to open Settings.
  2. Open Update & Security section and select Recovery.
  3. Under Advanced startup tab, select Restart now.
  4. When the PC restarts to the Choose an option screen, select Troubleshoot.
  5. Open Advanced Options and select Startup Settings.
  6. Finally, select Restart.

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Getting rid of Yts.mx ads. Follow these steps

Uninstall from Windows

To stop intrusive Yts.mx redirects, perform the following steps:

Instructions for Windows 10/8  machines:

  1. Enter Control Panel into Windows search box and hit Enter or click on the search result.
  2. Under Programs, select Uninstall a program. Uninstall from Windows 1
  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. Uninstall from Windows 2

If you are Windows 7/XP user, proceed with the following instructions:

  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. Uninstall from Windows 7/XP
  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.

Delete from macOS

Mac OS users can also encounter malicious Yts.mx ads upon which the system needs serious maintenance. to remove malware that entered the machine via the infamous torrenting site, follow this guide.

Remove items from Applications folder:

  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) Uninstall from Mac 1

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. Uninstall from Mac 2

Remove from Microsoft Edge

Mozilla Firefox and Google flags the Yts.mx torrent as a malicious site. However, you can be freely allowed to access it on Microsoft Edge. If you've been tricked to click on misleading ads, clean your web browser with this tutorial.

Delete unwanted extensions from MS Edge:

  1. Select Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and pick Extensions.
  2. From the list, pick the extension and click on the Gear icon.
  3. Click on Uninstall at the bottom. Remove extensions from Edge

Clear cookies and other browser data:

  1. Click on the Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and select Privacy & security.
  2. Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
  3. Select everything (apart from passwords, although you might want to include Media licenses as well, if applicable) and click on Clear. Clear Edge browsing data

Restore new tab and homepage settings:

  1. Click the menu icon and choose Settings.
  2. Then find On startup section.
  3. Click Disable if you found any suspicious domain.

Reset MS Edge if the above steps did not work:

  1. Press on Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
  2. Click on More details arrow at the bottom of the window.
  3. Select Details tab.
  4. 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. Reset MS Edge

If this solution failed to help you, you need to use an advanced Edge reset method. Note that you need to backup your data before proceeding.

  1. Find the following folder on your computer: C:\\Users\\%username%\\AppData\\Local\\Packages\\Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_8wekyb3d8bbwe.
  2. Press Ctrl + A on your keyboard to select all folders.
  3. Right-click on them and pick Delete Advanced MS Edge reset 1
  4. Now right-click on the Start button and pick Windows PowerShell (Admin).
  5. When the new window opens, copy and paste the following command, and then press Enter:

    Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers -Name Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register “$($_.InstallLocation)\\AppXManifest.xml” -Verbose Advanced MS Edge reset 2

Instructions for Chromium-based Edge

Delete extensions from MS Edge (Chromium):

  1. Open Edge and click select Settings > Extensions.
  2. Delete unwanted extensions by clicking Remove. Remove extensions from Chromium Edge

Clear cache and site data:

  1. Click on Menu and go to Settings.
  2. Select Privacy, search and services.
  3. Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
  4. Under Time range, pick All time.
  5. Select Clear now. Clear browser data from Chroum Edge

Reset Chromium-based MS Edge:

  1. Click on Menu and select Settings.
  2. On the left side, pick Reset settings.
  3. Select Restore settings to their default values.
  4. Confirm with Reset. Reset Chromium Edge

Remove from Mozilla Firefox (FF)

Remove dangerous extensions:

  1. Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click on the Menu (three horizontal lines at the top-right of the window).
  2. Select Add-ons.
  3. In here, select unwanted plugin and click Remove. Remove extensions from Firefox

Reset the homepage:

  1. Click three horizontal lines at the top right corner to open the menu.
  2. Choose Options.
  3. Under Home options, enter your preferred site that will open every time you newly open the Mozilla Firefox.

Clear cookies and site data:

  1. Click Menu and pick Settings.
  2. Go to Privacy & Security section.
  3. Scroll down to locate Cookies and Site Data.
  4. Click on Clear Data…
  5. Select Cookies and Site Data, as well as Cached Web Content and press Clear. Clear cookies and site data from Firefox

Reset Mozilla Firefox

If clearing the browser as explained above did not help, reset Mozilla Firefox:

  1. Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click the Menu.
  2. Go to Help and then choose Troubleshooting Information. Reset Firefox 1
  3. Under Give Firefox a tune up section, click on Refresh Firefox…
  4. Once the pop-up shows up, confirm the action by pressing on Refresh Firefox. Reset Firefox 2

Remove from Google Chrome

Delete malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

  1. Open Google Chrome, click on the Menu (three vertical dots at the top-right corner) and select More tools > Extensions.
  2. In the newly opened window, you will see all the installed extensions. Uninstall all the suspicious plugins that might be related to the unwanted program by clicking Remove. Remove extensions from Chrome

Clear cache and web data from Chrome:

  1. Click on Menu and pick Settings.
  2. Under Privacy and security, select Clear browsing data.
  3. Select Browsing history, Cookies and other site data, as well as Cached images and files.
  4. Click Clear data. Clear cache and web data from Chrome

Change your homepage:

  1. Click menu and choose Settings.
  2. Look for a suspicious site in the On startup section.
  3. 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:

  1. Click on Menu and select Settings.
  2. In the Settings, scroll down and click Advanced.
  3. Scroll down and locate Reset and clean up section.
  4. Now click Restore settings to their original defaults.
  5. Confirm with Reset settings. Reset Chrome 2

Delete from Safari

Remove unwanted extensions from Safari:

  1. Click Safari > Preferences…
  2. In the new window, pick Extensions.
  3. Select the unwanted extension and select Uninstall. Remove extensions from Safari

Clear cookies and other website data from Safari:

  1. Click Safari > Clear History…
  2. From the drop-down menu under Clear, pick all history.
  3. Confirm with Clear History. Clear cookies and website data from Safari

Reset Safari if the above-mentioned steps did not help you:

  1. Click Safari > Preferences…
  2. Go to Advanced tab.
  3. Tick the Show Develop menu in menu bar.
  4. From the menu bar, click Develop, and then select Empty Caches. Reset Safari

After uninstalling this potentially unwanted program (PUP) and fixing each of your web browsers, we recommend you to scan your PC system with a reputable anti-spyware. This will help you to get rid of Yts.mx registry traces and will also identify related parasites or possible malware infections on your computer. For that you can use our top-rated malware remover: FortectIntego, SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner or Malwarebytes.

How to prevent from getting adware

Do not let government spy on you

The government has many issues in regards to tracking users' data and spying on citizens, so you should take this into consideration and learn more about shady information gathering practices. Avoid any unwanted government tracking or spying by going totally anonymous on the internet. 

You can choose a different location when you go online and access any material you want without particular content restrictions. You can easily enjoy internet connection without any risks of being hacked by using Private Internet Access VPN.

Control the information that can be accessed by government any other unwanted party and surf online without being spied on. Even if you are not involved in illegal activities or trust your selection of services, platforms, be suspicious for your own security and take precautionary measures by using the VPN service.

Backup files for the later use, in case of the malware attack

Computer users can suffer from data losses due to cyber infections or their own faulty doings. Ransomware can encrypt and hold files hostage, while unforeseen power cuts might cause a loss of important documents. If you have proper up-to-date backups, you can easily recover after such an incident and get back to work. It is also equally important to update backups on a regular basis so that the newest information remains intact – you can set this process to be performed automatically.

When you have the previous version of every important document or project you can avoid frustration and breakdowns. It comes in handy when malware strikes out of nowhere. Use Data Recovery Pro for the data restoration process.

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