MacKeeper is one of these products, and because it seems so prevalent thanks to its extensive on-line advertising campaign, we'll focus on it here. These aggressive marketing techniques happen in many ways, including phone calls (more on that later). There are lots of entities that are pushing unsuspecting users to download or buy software and services that have been reported to be of questionable value. While no one can guarantee that your Mac will always be completely safe from viruses and other malware, chances are pretty good that if you are careful and don't fall for scammers' tricks then your Mac won't be impacted. Instead of relatively harmless ads, we're seeing a hard sell by advertisers that uses fear, uncertainty, and doubt to scare users, strongly suggesting that their unprotected Mac is at risk of a virus, or might-horror of horrors-already have one.Īnd then comes the pitch: Wouldn't you like to download some software or call us right away at the number listed on your screen and buy a service plan to help protect you from evildoers in cyberspace? Or maybe even let us have control of your computer so we can scan and see if your device has already been infected?
VPN Deals: Lifetime license for $16, monthly plans at $1 & moreīut what's been happening of late with these uninvited guests at our browsing parties is a little different.
