Avanquest UK FTM Toolbar for IE
What is Avanquest UK FTM Toolbar for IE? (from Avanquest Software)
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Overview
Avanquest UK FTM Toolbar for IE is a program developed by Avanquest Software. The most used version is 6.23.0.9, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. Typically most users end up uninstalling this just after a few days. It also bundles additional software in the form of the Conduit Engine, which installs a potentially unwanted toolbar, and makes homepage and default search engine changes to a user's web browser. The software installer includes 2 files and is usually about 1.66 MB (1,737,484 bytes). In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 10 as well as Windows 7 (SP1). While about 56% of users of Avanquest UK FTM Toolbar for IE come from United Kingdom, it is also popular in the United States and Australia.
- Loads into the web browser
- Built on and distributed using the Conduit toolbar
- The experts agree, you should remove it!
Program details
Displayed publisher: Avanquest UK FTM
URL: AvanquestUKFTM.OurToolbar.com
Help link: AvanquestUKFTM.OurToolbar.com/help
Installation folder: C:\ProgramData\tbccint\ie\ct3134971
Uninstaller: "C:\ProgramData\Tbccint\IE\CT3134971\UninstallerUI.exe" -ctid=CT3134971 -toolbarName=Avanquest UK FTM -toolbarEnv=conduit -type=IE -origin=AddRemove -
Estimated size: 1.66 MB
This is a Community Toolbar by Conduit, what does that mean?
Conduit is a toolbar monetization platform for software publishers. It provides a utility for developers to create branded generic web browser toolbars. Publishers can bundle these toolbars with their software programs or provide access to download them separately through AvanquestUKFTM.OurToolbar.com. Once installed, the toolbar modifies the browser's home page and search settings in order to redirect searches through the Conduit portal (which utilizes Bing or Yahoo! Search engines). Read more...Each publisher enters into a 'Publisher Agreement' with Conduit which defines the revenue structure, known as the 'incentive amount', to be paid each calendar month in which the user has an active toolbar installed. Typically payout is based on the geographic origin of the user and ranges from $2 for a US user per month to just a few cents for other countries. Is it considered dangerous? Well, it's not malware or even spyware, however it changes the browser’s search provider in order to display, but if you read the EULA that is mentioned and presumably agreed on when installing. Users should decide if you need the functionality the toolbar has to offer. But remember, if you uninstall it make sure you reset your web browser, see how.
Files installed by Avanquest UK FTM Toolbar for IE
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configutaion.json
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UninstallerUI.exe (by ClientConnect) - 1.6.1.11
How do I remove Avanquest UK FTM Toolbar for IE?
You can uninstall Avanquest UK FTM Toolbar for IE from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program Avanquest UK FTM Toolbar for IE, click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove Avanquest UK FTM Toolbar for IE.
- If for some reason uninstallation fails, please install Microsoft's uninstall fixer utility which will help fix problems with programs that can't be uninstalled at support.microsoft.com.
How do I reset my web browser?
If your web browser homepage and search settings have been modfied by Avanquest UK FTM Toolbar for IE you can restore them to their previous default settings.
Microsoft Internet Explorer
- Open Internet Explorer and click the Tools button, and then click Internet options.
- Click the Advanced tab, and then click Reset. Select the Delete personal settings check box if you would also like to remove search providers, Accelerators and home pages. When Internet Explorer finishes applying default settings, click Close, and then click OK.
- The changes will take effect the next time you open IE.
Mozilla Firefox
- At the top of the Firefox window, click the Firefox button, go over to the Help sub-menu and select Troubleshooting Information.
- To continue, click Reset Firefox in the confirmation window that opens. It will close and be reset.
- When it's done, a window will list the information that was imported. Click Finish and Firefox will open.
Google Chrome
- Open Chrome and click the Chrome menu on the browser toolbar.
- Select Settings. In the "Search" section, click Manage search engine. Check if (Default) is displayed next to your preferred search engine. If not, mouse over it and click Make default. Mouse over any other suspicious search engine entries that are not familiar and click X to remove them.
- When the "Show Home button" checkbox is selected, a web address appears below it. If you want the Homepage button to open up a different webpage, click Change to enter a link.
- Restart Google Chrome.
OS VERSIONS
Win 10 64%
Win XP 9%
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 80%
Keep it 20%
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AVERAGE INSTALL LIFESPAN
138.05
Days
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
Windows 10 |
63.64% |
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Windows 7 |
18.18% |
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Windows Vista |
9.09% |
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Windows XP |
9.09% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
Windows 8.1 |
36.36% |
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Windows 10 Home |
27.27% |
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Windows 7 Home Premium |
18.18% |
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Windows Vista Home Premiu... |
9.09% |
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Microsoft Windows XP |
9.09% |
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Geography
56.25% of installs come from United Kingdom
Which countries install it?
United Kingdom |
56.25% |
United States |
31.25% |
Australia |
6.25% |
New Zealand |
6.25% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
Acer |
44.44% |
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Toshiba |
22.22% |
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Hewlett-Packard |
22.22% |
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Samsung |
11.11% |
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Common models |
TOSHIBA Satellite P70-A |
9.09% |
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TOSHIBA SATELLITE C50-A |
9.09% |
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Samsung 300E4C/300E5C/300... |
9.09% |
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Packard Bell ixtreme M574... |
9.09% |
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Hewlett-Packard p6-2474ea |
9.09% |
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HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook ... |
9.09% |
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About (from Avanquest Software)
Avanquest Software is a world leading developer of personal and professional software, encompassing a large number of categories including Creativity and Learning software, Utilities and Multimedia, all featured with the latest cutting edge technology to provide a more secure and enjoyable experience to people looking for easy and affordable software solutions in everyday life.
Publisher URL: www.avanquest.com