Thank you for using StopDat. If you are seeing this, your browser was stuck on one of those really annoying pop-ups, typically some kind of fake warning or fake error. **** NEVER EVER CALL THE PHONE NUMBER IN A POP-UP **** They will claim to be with Microsoft or other reputable companies... but they are lying. All the time. Every time. WHAT CAUSED THE POP-UP? ----------------------- Often, these pop-ups are not a result of an infection on your computer, but instead a malicious and misused advertisement on a website you were visiting. Occasionally, they may be caused by certain third-party browser plugins and extensions. If the pop-up you see says ANYTHING about "ransom" or "crypto", do not perform any additional steps on your own. Call ACS at 610-461-4627 immediately for assistance. WHAT TO DO NOW? --------------- 1) Restarting your computer is often a good idea. 2) If the popup comes right back, your browser has to be fully reset - give us a call if you need assistance.