Traffic Junky Removal Guide

Traffic Junky is an adware server that is used by numerous adware programs. It is not a secret that adware servers are linked to malware distribution; thus, if you have encountered any ad or pop-up provided by this adware server, you should check your PC from suspicious programs that could be associated with the Traffic Junky server. If any questionable programs are found running on your computer, they will have to be removed in order to stop ads and pop-ups presented by Traffic Junky, as that is the only way to restore the normal functionality of your web browser and to keep your PC clean and secure. Read the rest of this article and find out more about adware servers. We also provide a generic removal guide for unwanted programs below.

Usually adware programs that are in constant contact with Traffic Junky are obtained from various third-party download websites. Such websites provide installers filled with third-party software, which could turn out to be quite malicious. In order to avoid any kind of invasive application associated with Traffic Junky, we recommend practicing safe browsing habits: Avoid websites linked to online piracy and those which are known to host suspicious installers. The best way to avoid getting your PC infected with a program linked to the Traffic Junky server is to have an active antimalware tool on your PC, as it could warn you beforehand about any suspicious websites or downloads.

Usually ads presented by Traffic Junky are banner ads, but you might come across suspicious pop-ups as well. Since Traffic Junky is associated with malware distribution, it is firmly recommended that you not click on anything associated with this server, as you could end up on suspicious websites. For instance, you could land on websites running an arbitrary code execution exploit, which means that just landing on such a web page is enough to get your PC infected with some sort of malware. Traffic Junky ads are extremely risky; any security conscious user should avoid them at all costs. The only way to stop ads provided by this server is to remove the application that is connected to it.

Fortunately, adware programs are quite easy to delete, as most of them can be removed by simply uninstalling them via Control Panel. Given the fact that adware applications associated with Traffic Junky are quite invasive, we strongly advise you to check your PC for any potential leftovers of the unwanted program, since sometimes they could be used to restore the adware program.

How to remove an unwanted program from your PC

Windows Vista and Windows 7

1. Click the Windows button.
   
2. Select Control Panel.
3. Click Uninstall a program.
4. Select Traffic Junky and click Uninstall.

Windows XP

1. Click Start and select Control Panel.
2. Click Add or Remove Programs.
3. Uninstall the unwanted application.

Windows 8

1. Move the mouse pointer to the lower-left corner of the screen.
2. Right-click and select Control Panel.
3. Click Uninstall a program.
4. Select Traffic Junky and click the Uninstall button.