Remove fake McAfee pop-ups

Stop Browser Notifications 

1. For Chrome:
   • Go to chrome://settings/notifications. 
   • In the “Allowed to send notifications” section, find any suspicious websites, click the three dots next to them, and select Block or Remove. 
2. For Edge:
   • Open Edge settings and navigate to Privacy, search, and services > Site permissions > Notifications. 
   • Find the offending site in the “Allowed” list and click the three dots to Block or Remove it. 
3. For Safari:
   • Open Safari, go to Safari > Settings > Websites. 
   • In the sidebar, click Notifications, select the problematic site, and click Deny. 

Disable System-Wide Notifications (Windows) 

1. Open Windows Settings (Right-click the Start icon, then select Settings).
2. Go to System > Notifications.
3. Scroll through the list of apps and turn off notifications for any suspicious programs, including McAfee.

Clean Up Your Browser and System

1. Clear Browser Data: Open your browser’s settings and go to the “Clear browsing data” section. Select All time for the time range, and clear cache and cookies to remove malicious data. 
2. Remove Suspicious Extensions: In your browser’s settings, find the “Extensions” or “Add-ons” section. Disable or remove any unknown or suspicious extensions, particularly those related to McAfee. 
3. Run an Antivirus Scan: Use a reputable antivirus program like Malwarebytes Free to scan your computer for any malware or unwanted programs that may be causing the pop-ups. 
4. Check Startup Programs: Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc), go to the Startup apps tab, and disable any unfamiliar programs that launch when your computer starts. 
5. Reset Browser Settings: In your browser’s settings, find the option to reset all settings to their default.