Bigothesca.pro is a website that loads in commonly used web browsers without users’ permission. Such type of websites are called browser redirects. As identified the main goal of Bigothesca.pro is to trick users into allowing it to generate push notifications in the browser as well as directly on the desktop. For the purpose it could display various bogus offers depending on the geolocation. Beware the information is misleading.
Security experts recommend that users affected by Bigothesca.pro should ensure that their systems are clean and secure as such websites are often pushed by potentially unwanted programs like adware.
Threat Summary
| Name | Bigothesca.pro |
| Type | Ads, Redirect, PUP |
| Short Description | A questionable website that loads in popular web browsers without users’ permission. |
| Symptoms | Affected web browser is redirected to Bigothesca.pro Browser slowdowns occur due to increased number of online ads. |
| Distribution Method | Freeware Installations, Bundled Packages, Corrupted Websites |
| Detection Tool | See If Your System Has Been Affected by malware Download Malware Removal Tool |
| User Experience | Join Our Forum to Discuss Bigothesca.pro. |
Bigothesca.pro Ads – Reasons for Their Appearance and Issues Caused
Bigothesca.pro is a browser redirect that tends to load in the new tabs of commonly used web browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari, Microsoft Edge and Opera.
The goal of Bigothesca.pro is to convince you to allow the generation of push notifications in the browser as they will present you sponsored content and every time you click on them operators of this bogus website will be rewarded. The picture below depicts one of the misleading offers presented by Bigothesca.pro
Typically, browser redirects like Bigothesca.pro are pushed by potentially unwanted programs like adware. Such kind of programs trick users into installing them without noticing. This is usually realized with the help various freeware with corrupted installers. Unfortunately, all added extras are kept away from users’ attention. Hence, the installer often obtains permission to run added potentially unwanted apps on the system when the user launches the primary app.
Eventually, it is very likely that you allowed the installation of undesired program associated with Bigothesca.pro redirect ads the last time you installed a desired and supposedly useful app on your PC. To prevent such issues be sure to check the installer for the Advanced/Custom option. There you can find information about present undesired programs that will be installed by default. If you don’t see an option to opt-out their installation, it will be better to cancel the installation of the primary app.
If you care about your online security, we recommend that you avoid visiting, downloading, or watching any of the content presented by this shady website. Otherwise, you risk becoming a victim of a serious malware attack. Eventually, the best action you can take when Bigothesca.pro ads appear in the browser is to close all browser tabs and access the Task manager to end all active browser processes. Additionally, you should perform a thorough removal process in order to locate undesired programs that may be associated with the appearance of Bigothesca.pro ads in the browser.
How to Remove Bigothesca.pro Redirect Ads
In order to remove Bigothesca.pro ads along with all associated files that enable its appearance in the browser, you should complete several removal steps. In the guide below you will find all removal steps in their precise order. You could choose between manual and automatic removal approaches. In order to fully get rid of this particular undesired program and strengthen the security of your device, we recommend that you combine the steps. Have in mind that installed files associated with this redirect may be detected with names different than Bigothesca.pro.
In case you have further questions or need additional help with the removal process, don’t hesitate to leave a comment or contact us at our email.
Gergana Ivanova
Gergana has a bachelor's degree in Marketing. She has been with the STF team for five years, researching malware, reporting on the latest computer infections, and following digital marketing trends.
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- Guide 1: How to Remove Bigothesca.pro from Windows.
- Guide 2: Get rid of Bigothesca.pro from Mac OS X.
- Guide 3: Remove Bigothesca.pro from Google Chrome.
- Guide 4: Erase Bigothesca.pro from Mozilla Firefox.
- Guide 5: Uninstall Bigothesca.pro from Microsoft Edge.
- Guide 6: Remove Bigothesca.pro from Safari.
- Guide 7: Eliminate Bigothesca.pro from Internet Explorer.
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How to Remove Bigothesca.pro from Windows.
Step 1: Boot Your PC In Safe Mode to isolate and remove Bigothesca.pro
Step 2: Uninstall Bigothesca.pro and related software from Windows
Here is a method in few easy steps that should be able to uninstall most programs. No matter if you are using Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista or XP, those steps will get the job done. Dragging the program or its folder to the recycle bin can be a very bad decision. If you do that, bits and pieces of the program are left behind, and that can lead to unstable work of your PC, errors with the file type associations and other unpleasant activities. The proper way to get a program off your computer is to Uninstall it. To do that:
Follow the instructions above and you will successfully uninstall most programs.Step 3: Clean any registries, created by Bigothesca.pro on your computer.
The usually targeted registries of Windows machines are the following:
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
You can access them by opening the Windows registry editor and deleting any values, created by Bigothesca.pro there. This can happen by following the steps underneath:
Tip: To find a virus-created value, you can right-click on it and click "Modify" to see which file it is set to run. If this is the virus file location, remove the value.Before starting "Step 4", please boot back into Normal mode, in case you are currently in Safe Mode.
This will enable you to install and use SpyHunter 5 successfully.
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Get rid of Bigothesca.pro from Mac OS X.
Step 1: Uninstall Bigothesca.pro and remove related files and objects
1. Hit the ⇧+⌘+U keys to open Utilities. Another way is to click on “Go” and then click “Utilities”, like the image below shows:
- Go to Finder.
- In the search bar type the name of the app that you want to remove.
- Above the search bar change the two drop down menus to “System Files” and “Are Included” so that you can see all of the files associated with the application you want to remove. Bear in mind that some of the files may not be related to the app so be very careful which files you delete.
- If all of the files are related, hold the ⌘+A buttons to select them and then drive them to “Trash”.
In case you cannot remove Bigothesca.pro via Step 1 above:
In case you cannot find the virus files and objects in your Applications or other places we have shown above, you can manually look for them in the Libraries of your Mac. But before doing this, please read the disclaimer below:
You can repeat the same procedure with the following other Library directories:
→ ~/Library/LaunchAgents
/Library/LaunchDaemons
Tip: ~ is there on purpose, because it leads to more LaunchAgents.
Step 2: Scan for and remove malware from your Mac
When you are facing problems on your Mac as a result of unwanted scripts, programs and malware, the recommended way of eliminating the threat is by using an anti-malware program. Combo Cleaner offers advanced security features along with other modules that will improve your Mac’s security and protect it in the future.
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Remove Bigothesca.pro from Google Chrome.
Step 1: Start Google Chrome and open the drop menu
Step 2: Move the cursor over "Tools" and then from the extended menu choose "Extensions"
Step 3: From the opened "Extensions" menu locate the unwanted extension and click on its "Remove" button.
Step 4: After the extension is removed, restart Google Chrome by closing it from the red "X" button at the top right corner and start it again.
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Erase Bigothesca.pro from Mozilla Firefox.
Step 1: Start Mozilla Firefox. Open the menu window
Step 2: Select the "Add-ons" icon from the menu.
Step 3: Select the unwanted extension and click "Remove"
Step 4: After the extension is removed, restart Mozilla Firefox by closing it from the red "X" button at the top right corner and start it again.
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Uninstall Bigothesca.pro from Microsoft Edge.
Step 1: Start Edge browser.
Step 2: Open the drop menu by clicking on the icon at the top right corner.
Step 3: From the drop menu select "Extensions".
Step 4: Choose the suspected malicious extension you want to remove and then click on the gear icon.
Step 5: Remove the malicious extension by scrolling down and then clicking on Uninstall.
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Remove Bigothesca.pro from Safari.
Step 1: Start the Safari app.
Step 2: After hovering your mouse cursor to the top of the screen, click on the Safari text to open its drop down menu.
Step 3: From the menu, click on "Preferences".
Step 4: After that, select the 'Extensions' Tab.
Step 5: Click once on the extension you want to remove.
Step 6: Click 'Uninstall'.
A pop-up window will appear asking for confirmation to uninstall the extension. Select 'Uninstall' again, and the Bigothesca.pro will be removed.
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Eliminate Bigothesca.pro from Internet Explorer.
Step 1: Start Internet Explorer.
Step 2: Click on the gear icon labeled 'Tools' to open the drop menu and select 'Manage Add-ons'
Step 3: In the 'Manage Add-ons' window.
Step 4: Select the extension you want to remove and then click 'Disable'. A pop-up window will appear to inform you that you are about to disable the selected extension, and some more add-ons might be disabled as well. Leave all the boxes checked, and click 'Disable'.
Step 5: After the unwanted extension has been removed, restart Internet Explorer by closing it from the red 'X' button located at the top right corner and start it again.
