Adaware Web Companion is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that claims to enhance the user’s browsing experience by providing additional security features. However, in reality, it often behaves like adware, displaying intrusive advertisements and redirecting users to sponsored websites. Adaware Web Companion can also track users’ online activities and collect personal information, posing a threat to privacy and security.
Adaware Web Companion can infect computers through software bundling, where it is included in the installation package of legitimate software as an optional add-on. Users may unknowingly agree to install Adaware Web Companion when installing the main program, leading to its presence on their system. Additionally, users may inadvertently download Adaware Web Companion from malicious websites or through deceptive pop-up ads. Once installed, Adaware Web Companion can be difficult to remove, as it may not appear in the list of installed programs and may require specialized tools to fully eradicate from the system.