How to remove Docsave.xyz pop-ups (Virus removal guide)

What is Docsave.xyz?

There are many scam web sites on the Internet and Docsave.xyz is one of them. It is a misleading web site that uses social engineering methods to fool you and other unsuspecting victims into subscribing to push notifications. Scammers use push notifications to bypass pop up blocker and therefore display a large amount of unwanted adverts. These ads are used to promote suspicious browser plugins, prize & lottery scams, fake downloads, and adult web-sites.

The Docsave.xyz web-site states that you need to subscribe to its notifications in order to connect to the Internet, watch a video, access the content of the webpage, enable Flash Player, download a file, and so on. Once you click on the ‘Allow’ button, then your web-browser will be configured to show annoying adverts on your desktop, even when the browser is closed.

Threat Summary

Name	Docsave.xyz popup
Type	browser notification spam, spam push notifications, pop-up virus
Distribution	social engineering attack, malicious pop-up advertisements, adware, PUPs
Symptoms	ads in the lower right corner of Window unexpected changes in your web-browser pop ups ads are loaded without your request slow browsing Internet
Removal	Docsave.xyz removal guide

Where the Docsave.xyz pop ups comes from

Experienced security professionals have determined that users are redirected to Docsave.xyz by adware software or from shady advertisements. Adware can cause many troubles such as intrusive ads and pop ups on your browser, redirect your search requests to advertising web sites, internet browser crashes and slow loading webpages. Adware software often installs on the PC system with the free programs.

These days certain freeware authors bundle potentially unwanted software or adware with a view to making some money. So whenever you install a new freeware that downloaded from the Internet, be very careful during setup. Carefully read the EULA (a text with I ACCEPT/I DECLINE button), select custom or manual installation method, disable all bundled programs.

Remove Docsave.xyz notifications from browsers

If you have allowed the Docsave.xyz push notifications, you might notice that this web page sending requests, and it can become annoying. To better control your computer, here’s how to remove Docsave.xyz browser notifications from your internet browser.

Google Chrome	Android
Just copy and paste the following text into the address bar of Google Chrome. chrome://settings/content/notifications Press Enter. Remove the Docsave.xyz URL and other suspicious URLs by clicking three vertical dots button next to each and selecting ‘Remove’.	Tap ‘Settings’. Tap ‘Notifications’. Find and tap the web-browser which shows Docsave.xyz browser notifications ads. Locate Docsave.xyz URL in the list and disable it.
Mozilla Firefox	Edge
In the top-right corner, click the Firefox menu (three horizontal stripes). In the menu go to ‘Options’, in the menu on the left go to ‘Privacy & Security’. Scroll down to ‘Permissions’ section and click ‘Settings…’ button next to ‘Notifications’. Locate sites you down’t want to see notifications from (for example, Docsave.xyz), click on drop-down menu next to each and select ‘Block’. Click ‘Save Changes’ button.	In the top right hand corner, click the Edge menu button (it looks like three dots). Click ‘Settings’. Click ‘Advanced’ on the left side of the window. In the ‘Website permissions’ section click ‘Manage permissions’. Click the switch under the Docsave.xyz site and each questionable URL.
Internet Explorer	Safari
Click the Gear button on the right upper corner of the browser. Select ‘Internet options’. Select the ‘Privacy’ tab and click ‘Settings below ‘Pop-up Blocker’ section. Locate the Docsave.xyz URL and click the ‘Remove’ button to remove the domain.	Click ‘Safari’ button on the left-upper corner of the window and select ‘Preferences’. Select the ‘Websites’ tab and then select ‘Notifications’ section on the left panel. Check for Docsave.xyz URL, other dubious URLs and apply the ‘Deny’ option for each.

How to remove Docsave.xyz pop-up ads from Chrome, Firefox, IE, Edge

There present several free adware removal utilities. Also it is possible to remove Docsave.xyz popups manually. But we advise to combine all these ways below into the one removal algorithm. Follow the steps of the tutorial. Certain of the steps below will require you to exit this web site. So, please read the guide carefully, after that bookmark it or open it on your smartphone for later reference.

To remove Docsave.xyz pop ups, use the following steps:

1. Remove Docsave.xyz notifications from browsers
2. Manual Docsave.xyz ads removal
   • Uninstall adware software through the MS Windows Control Panel
   • Remove Docsave.xyz pop ups from Internet Explorer
   • Get rid of Docsave.xyz from Firefox by resetting browser settings
   • Remove Docsave.xyz advertisements from Google Chrome
3. Automatic Removal of Docsave.xyz popups
4. Stop Docsave.xyz advertisements

Manual Docsave.xyz ads removal

The step-by-step guide will allow you manually get rid of Docsave.xyz pop up ads from a computer. If you have little experience in using computers, we recommend that you use the free utilities listed below.

Uninstall adware software through the MS Windows Control Panel

Some programs are free only because their setup file contains an adware software. This unwanted programs generates profit for the makers when it is installed. More often this adware software can be deleted by simply uninstalling it from the ‘Uninstall a Program’ that is located in Windows control panel.

1. If you are using Windows 8, 8.1 or 10 then click Windows button, next press Search. Type “Control panel”and press Enter.
2. If you are using Windows XP, Vista, 7, then click “Start” button and click “Control Panel”.
3. It will display the Windows Control Panel.
4. Further, press “Uninstall a program” under Programs category.
5. It will show a list of all apps installed on the PC system.
6. Scroll through the all list, and remove questionable and unknown applications. To quickly find the latest installed apps, we recommend sort software by date.

See more details in the video guidance below.

Remove Docsave.xyz pop ups from Internet Explorer

By resetting Internet Explorer browser you return your browser settings to its default state. This is good initial when troubleshooting problems that might have been caused by adware responsible for Docsave.xyz advertisements.

First, launch the Microsoft Internet Explorer. Next, click the button in the form of gear (). It will show the Tools drop-down menu, click the “Internet Options” as displayed in the figure below.

In the “Internet Options” window click on the Advanced tab, then press the Reset button. The IE will show the “Reset Internet Explorer settings” window as displayed in the figure below. Select the “Delete personal settings” check box, then click “Reset” button.

You will now need to reboot your device for the changes to take effect.

Get rid of Docsave.xyz from Firefox by resetting browser settings

If your Firefox browser is redirected to Docsave.xyz without your permission or an unknown search engine opens results for your search, then it may be time to perform the browser reset. However, your themes, bookmarks, history, passwords, and web form auto-fill information will not be deleted.

First, start the Mozilla Firefox. Next, click the button in the form of three horizontal stripes (). It will display the drop-down menu. Next, press the Help button ().

In the Help menu click the “Troubleshooting Information”. In the upper-right corner of the “Troubleshooting Information” page press on “Refresh Firefox” button like the one below.

Confirm your action, click the “Refresh Firefox”.

Remove Docsave.xyz advertisements from Google Chrome

If you have adware, Docsave.xyz popup ads problems or Google Chrome is running slow, then reset Chrome can help you. In this guide we will show you the way to reset your Google Chrome settings and data to default values without reinstall.

Open the Google Chrome menu by clicking on the button in the form of three horizontal dotes (). It will show the drop-down menu. Select More Tools, then click Extensions.

Carefully browse through the list of installed plugins. If the list has the extension labeled with “Installed by enterprise policy” or “Installed by your administrator”, then complete the following guide: Remove Google Chrome extensions installed by enterprise policy otherwise, just go to the step below.

Open the Chrome main menu again, click to “Settings” option.

Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on the “Advanced” link. Now scroll down until the Reset settings section is visible, as shown in the following example and click the “Reset settings to their original defaults” button.

Confirm your action, click the “Reset” button.

Automatic Removal of Docsave.xyz popups

It’s not enough to get rid of Docsave.xyz pop ups from your web-browser by following the manual steps above to solve all problems. Some the adware related files may remain on your device and they will restore the adware even after you remove it. For that reason we recommend to run free anti-malware tool like Zemana Anti Malware, MalwareBytes Free and HitmanPro. Either of those programs should be able to scan for and remove adware that causes Docsave.xyz pop ups.

Use Zemana to remove Docsave.xyz pop ups

Zemana Free is a complete package of anti malware tools. Despite so many features, it does not reduce the performance of your PC. Zemana can get rid of almost all the types of adware software including Docsave.xyz pop ups, browser hijackers, PUPs and harmful browser add-ons. Zemana has real-time protection that can defeat most malicious software. You can use Zemana with any other antivirus without any conflicts.

Zemana can be downloaded from the following link. Save it on your Desktop.

After the downloading process is finished, run it and follow the prompts. Once installed, the Zemana Free will try to update itself and when this task is complete, press the “Scan” button for checking your PC system for the adware responsible for Docsave.xyz popup ads.

This procedure can take some time, so please be patient. While the tool is scanning, you can see count of objects and files has already scanned. All found items will be marked. You can remove them all by simply click “Next” button.

The Zemana Anti Malware will start to remove adware that causes Docsave.xyz pop up ads.

Remove Docsave.xyz pop up advertisements from web browsers with HitmanPro

In order to make sure that no more harmful folders and files linked to adware are inside your device, you must run another effective malicious software scanner. We recommend to use Hitman Pro. No installation is necessary with this utility.

1. Installing the Hitman Pro is simple. First you’ll need to download Hitman Pro by clicking on the following link. Save it on your Microsoft Windows desktop or in any other place.
   
   

   HitmanPro
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   Author: Sophos
   Category: Security tools
   Update: June 28, 2018
   
2. After the download is done, double click the HitmanPro icon. Once this utility is started, click “Next” button to perform a system scan for the adware software that causes popups. A system scan may take anywhere from 5 to 30 minutes, depending on your PC. During the scan Hitman Pro will search for threats present on your device.
3. When the scan is complete, it will open the Scan Results. In order to delete all items, simply click “Next” button. Now click the “Activate free license” button to begin the free 30 days trial to get rid of all malicious software found.

How to remove Docsave.xyz with MalwareBytes Anti Malware (MBAM)

If you are still having problems with the Docsave.xyz pop-ups — or just wish to scan your personal computer occasionally for adware and other malicious software — download MalwareBytes Anti Malware (MBAM). It is free for home use, and finds and removes various undesired programs that attacks your device or degrades PC system performance. MalwareBytes Free can remove adware, PUPs as well as malware, including ransomware and trojans.

Visit the page linked below to download the latest version of MalwareBytes AntiMalware for MS Windows. Save it on your Desktop.

Once downloading is complete, close all software and windows on your personal computer. Double-click the set up file called MBSetup. If the “User Account Control” dialog box pops up as shown in the figure below, click the “Yes” button.

It will open the Setup wizard which will help you setup MalwareBytes on your computer. Follow the prompts and do not make any changes to default settings.

Once setup is done successfully, click “Get Started” button. MalwareBytes Anti Malware will automatically start and you can see its main screen as displayed below.

Now click the “Scan” button to perform a system scan for the adware software which causes pop ups. A scan may take anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the count of files on your computer and the speed of your PC. While the MalwareBytes Anti Malware (MBAM) tool is checking, you can see count of objects it has identified as being affected by malware.

After that process is complete, you can check all threats detected on your computer. In order to delete all items, simply click “Quarantine” button. The MalwareBytes will remove adware that causes multiple unwanted pop ups and move the selected threats to the program’s quarantine. Once the clean up is complete, you may be prompted to reboot the computer.

We recommend you look at the following video, which completely explains the procedure of using the MalwareBytes to get rid of adware, hijacker and other malware.

Stop Docsave.xyz advertisements

Use an ad-blocking tool such as AdGuard will protect you from harmful ads and content. Moreover, you can find that the AdGuard have an option to protect your privacy and stop phishing and spam websites. Additionally, ad-blocking software will help you to avoid intrusive popup advertisements and unverified links that also a good way to stay safe online.

AdGuard can be downloaded from the following link. Save it on your Microsoft Windows desktop or in any other place.

Once the download is complete, double-click the downloaded file to launch it. The “Setup Wizard” window will show up on the computer screen like below.

Follow the prompts. AdGuard will then be installed and an icon will be placed on your desktop. A window will show up asking you to confirm that you want to see a quick instructions as shown in the figure below.

Click “Skip” button to close the window and use the default settings, or press “Get Started” to see an quick guidance that will allow you get to know AdGuard better.

Each time, when you start your PC system, AdGuard will start automatically and stop undesired ads, block Docsave.xyz, as well as other malicious or misleading web-sites. For an overview of all the features of the program, or to change its settings you can simply double-click on the AdGuard icon, that is located on your desktop.

Finish words

Now your personal computer should be clean of the adware software that causes multiple annoying pop ups. We suggest that you keep Zemana Free (to periodically scan your PC for new adwares and other malware) and AdGuard (to help you block unwanted ads and harmful websites). Moreover, to prevent any adware, please stay clear of unknown and third party applications, make sure that your antivirus program, turn on the option to scan for potentially unwanted applications.

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