This app lets you protect the computer from external threats such as viruses, spyware and other malicious programs. There are tools for disabling unwanted cookies.
SpywareBlaster
SpywareBlaster is a Windows utility for preventing execution of suspicious applications in the operating system. Additionally, users are able to create backups of important browser and system settings for restoring them later in case of technical difficulties.
Security parameters
After starting the software you can enable protection separately for all installed web browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge, etc. Moreover, there is an option to block all traffic from known malicious sources. The list of restricted websites is customizable.
Tracking and advertising cookie files can be blocked. Users are able to prevent the execution of suspicious scripts and ActiveX modules.
Backup functionality
It is possible to create a snapshot of various system settings that can be helpful in the event of spyware infection. There is an option to add timestamps to the names of backup files for easier navigation.
Additional tools
You are able to make an encrypted copy of the internal Hosts file that contains custom traffic redirection rules. All Flash animations can be restricted for blocking ads and other unwanted content.
Features
- free to download and use;
- offers you instruments for protecting all installed web browsers;
- it is possible to create backups of various system settings;
- users can disable Flash videos and ActiveX modules;
- compatible with modern versions of Windows.