How to Detect Spyware on Computer?

Do you think someone is spying on your browsing activities?

If yes, then it can be a Spyware!

Spyware are computer application that can put all of your personal information at risk. As the computer has become an important part of our daily lives to store our personal information. Therefore, cyber criminals are using spyware as a medium to steal the private information from the computer.

Understanding what this program is, how it can affect you, is an important factor in protecting yourself and others while online.

What does Spyware mean?

Spyware is software that performs certain behaviours without asking your permission like:

·         Pop-up advertising

·         Collecting your personal information

In short, Spyware transfers your private information to hackers.

The Harm it causes:

Spyware can cause you two main problems. Firstly, it can steal your confidential information and access every piece of information on your computer, including browsing information.

Secondly, spyware can damage your computer. It can take up a huge amount of your computer resources by making it run slowly, system hang or crashes.

How to detect Spyware?

Spyware can be hidden in your computer in many different ways but often they are hidden inside of software such as free games, screen savers or animated cursors.

Here are some signs that can help you find spyware on your computer:

1. New Toolbar and links are added to the web browser.
2. Unexpected changes in your search program, mouse pointer or home page.
3. The address of a specific website you enter takes you to another unrelated website.
4. Pop-up ads running, even if the computer is not connected to the internet.
5. Computer starts running slowly. 

Sometimes it may happen that everything will seem to be normal. The most spyware doesn't leave any clue or traces that you can notice, therefore, scan your system always.

Hope these signs will help you to detect the spyware, if you are unable to resolve the problem. You can take advice from our online virus removal support team.