Adaware, a product from cybersecurity provider Lavasoft, (formerly known as Ad-Aware), is designed to fight the various types of malicious apps and privacy invasions of which the majority of users are unaware. Adaware includes programs that track your browsing habits, programs that hijack the browser’s homepage and apps that display irritating advertising at the worst times. This free program also offers a host of additional security features that will help you stay safe and keep your device running smoothly.
Adaware recognized the majority of malware we tossed at it. However, it had trouble removing certain malware. It does come with numerous useful extras like a privacy monitoring tool, an adaware registry scanner, file shredder and advanced monitoring of network. Adaware doesn’t provide the same level of protection as most popular antivirus software.
The last time adaware took part in AV-Test lab tests, it was able to block only ninety-five. 4percent of threats that are 0-day and 97% of known threats. These aren’t awful scores, but they certainly don’t come close to what the most effective security suites can do.
Adware users who want to perform better should think about alternatives. We recommend Kaspersky, Bitdefender and others because they are known for their reliability during real-world testing. Additionally, only Pro and Total plan users have access to online technical and customer support, which can be a little disappointing for certain users. The company does offer numerous information and frequently asked questions on its website.