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How to remove "the wedownload manager"


WeDownload Manager

Also Known As: WeDownload Manager Ads
Type: Adware
Damage level: Moderate
Distribution: High
Damage Level

WeDownload Manager removal instructions

WeDownload manager is a potentially unwanted application, which displays pop-up ads when users search the Internet using popular Internet search engines such as Google, Yahoo, Bing, etc. Pop-ups generated by this application offer installation of additional programs and browser plugins. Note that while WeDownload Manager is not technically a virus or malware, the browser extensions offered by it may lead to serious privacy and computer security issues. This browser add-on is compatible with Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. Many computer users refer to this browser extension as a virus or malware. These negative associations are made since WeDownload Manager is promoted using a deceptive software distribution method called 'bundling'.
The majority of Internet users install WeDownload Manager inadvertently without their consent together with free software downloaded from the Internet. Internet users should be aware that, today, most free software download websites use 'download clients' to monetize their incoming web traffic. Not paying close enough attention during the installation steps of freeware may result in installation of potentially unwanted browser add-ons, which cause unwanted ads and browser redirects. WeDownload Manager is not a computer virus, however, it is a potentially unwanted application or adware. Therefore, if you observe pop-up ads generated by this plugin, do not download any programs offered. You are strongly advised to eliminate this adware from your Internet browser/s.
WeDownload Manager
WeDownload Manager is similar to other potentially unwanted applications distributed through free software downloads, including LemurLeap or Lucky Leap. Most browser extensions bundled with free software add no real value for Internet users, and furthermore, cause pop-up ads and may lead to serious computer security and privacy issues. To avoid installation of such potentially unwanted applications, be attentive when installing free software and ensure you choose the 'Custom' or 'Advanced' installation options, rather than 'Quick' or 'Typical'. This will allow you to opt-out of installation of promoted browser plugins. If you already observe WeDownload Manager pop-up ads, use the removal guide provided to eliminate this adware from your computer.

WeDownload Manager removal:

Wedownload Manager uninstall
Windows 7 users:
Click "Start" ("Windows Logo" in the bottom left corner of your desktop), choose "Control Panel". Locate "Programs and Features".
Windows XP users:
Click "Start", choose "Settings" and click "Control Panel". Locate and click "Add or Remove Programs". Locate "Programs and Features".
Windows 8 users:
Right-click in the screen’s bottom-left corner, select Control Panel. In the opened window, choose "Uninstall a Program".
In the uninstall programs window, look for "weDownload Manager", select this entry and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".
After uninstalling WeDownload Manager, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections.

Remove WeDownload Manager from Internet browsers:

Video showing how to remove potentially unwanted browser add-ons:

Remove WeDownload Manager from Internet Explorer:
Wedownload Manager removal from Internet Explorer
Click "Tools" (or the gear icon in Internet Explorer 9), select "Manage Add-ons". Look for "weDownload Manager" and disable it.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of WeDownload Manager, reset your Internet Explorer settings to default.
Windows XP users: Click "Start", click "Run", in the opened window type "inetcpl.cpl". In the opened window click on the "Advanced" tab, then click Reset.
Windows Vista and Windows 7 users: Click the Windows logo, in the start search box type "inetcpl.cpl" and click enter. In the opened window click on the "Advanced" tab, then click Reset.
Remove WeDownload Manager from Google Chrome:
Wedownload Manager removal from Google Chrome
Click on the wrench or bars icon (top right of the screen), select "Tools" and click on "Extensions".  Locate: "weDownload Manager" select it and click on the trash can icon.
If the WeDownload Manager extension is greyed-out and you cannot remove it ("This extension is managed and cannot be removed of disabled"), please follow this removal guide - how to remove a managed Google Chrome extension?
Remove WeDownload Manager from Mozilla FireFox:
Wedownload Manager removal from Mozilla Firefox
Click "Tools" (at the top of the window), select "Add-ons". Click on "Extensions" and disable this add-on: "weDownload Manager".
Optional method:
If you have problems with the removal of WeDownload Manager, reset your Mozilla FireFox settings to default.
Open Mozilla FireFox, at the top left corner of the main window click "FireFox", in the opened drop down menu choose Help and then click on Troubleshooting Information, in the opened window click on the "Reset FireFox" button.


Summary:
WeDownload Manager is an adware program that tracks user's Internet browsing and generates intrusive online advertisements. Most commonly adware or potentially unwanted applications infiltrate user's Internet browsers through free software downloads. Internet users should know that nowadays most of free software download websites are using download clients to manage their freeware download process, unfortunately some of the mentioned download clients don't properly disclose the fact that advertised browser plugins or toolbars will be installed together with the free program that users have decided to download.
Download clients and installers that are used to distribute adware commonly hide the “decline” button that can be used to opt-out of installing the advertised potentially unwanted applications. Some of the malicious free software download websites doesn't allow to download the chosen freeware if users decide to decline the installation of promoted software. Notice that the safest source for downloading free software is it's developers website. Screenshot of the free software download clients that are used in WeDownload Manager distribution:
Free software download clients used in adware distribution
To avoid installation of WeDownload Manager be very attentive when downloading and installing free software. If your download is managed by a download client be sure to decline installation of promoted browser plug-ins and toolbars:
Using decline button to avoid installation of adware
When installing the already downloaded free program choose “custom” or “advanced” installation options – this step will reveal all of the potentially unwanted applications that are being installed together with your chosen free program:
Using custom installation when downloading free software


resource:

Meskauskas, Tomas. September 10,2013. WeDownload Manager. retrive from url: http://www.pcrisk.com/removal-guides/7325-wedownload-manager

License Plate Trackers Threaten Privacy

By Nicholas Pell


As if you didn’t have enough privacy concerns, here’s something else to think about: Local police departments are tracking your car using devices that automatically read your license plate.
Police and other government agencies can craft an eerily specific profile of who you are and what you do just based on where you drive. Spend a lot of time at bars? You may have a drinking problem. Going to a specific church each Sunday? Then your religion is easy to figure out. All of these things can be inferred merely by looking at where you drive and how often you drive there.
Perhaps most concerning is that this isn’t something you can opt out of.
Just the Facts Ma’amSo far as the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) was able to find out, 600 police departments in 38 states were using the surveillance technology as of 2012 -- and perhaps more today. Precisely how long your information is kept on file varies from place to place:
  • Jersey City, N.J. keeps your information for five years, with approximately 10 million license plates currently on file.
  • Grapevine, Texas keeps information indefinitely, with 2 million plates currently on file.
  • Milpitas, Calif. stores data indefinitely, with approximately 4.7 million plates currently on file.
  • Minnesota State Patrol deletes plate information after 48 hours and currently has fewer than 20,000 plates on record.
The Potential of Plate ReadersAs you can see, small communities such as Milpitas (population 67,000) have plates far in excess of their population. What this means is that you could already have your information housed in a number of local and state police departments without even knowing it -- just because you’ve driven through that jurisdiction. Private companies are also collecting this information and sharing it among themselves and with police departments.
While there are legitimate reasons for police departments to collect this information (such as the most obvious one: finding stolen cars), it’s not terribly clear what they’re doing with the data otherwise.
Indeed, out of 1 million plates read, 2,000 matched for crimes, of which only 47 were “serious,” according to the ACLU.
The main problem is that there’s not yet any regulation around this practice. Only five states have laws on the matter, and out of those, only Maine prohibits them completely.
So what can you do to protect yourself? Not much. Contact your state reps to encourage legislation restricting the use of license plate readers or at least forcing their implementation to be more transparent.
Nicholas Pell  is a freelance writer based in Hollywood, CA. He writes about music, personal finance and technology for publications such as LA Weekly, Salon and Business Insider. He’s been online since the days of Usenet groups and bulletin board systems.


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