If you see a message stating, "Website Blocked. Trend Micro has confirmed that this website can transmit malicious software or has been involved in online scams or fraud", follow these steps:
Why did this block happen?
This block is to protect your device from potential harm, as the site visited may be dangerous or involved in scams.
What should I do after seeing this popup?
- Click OK to close the popup and avoid accessing the site.
- Perform a full system scan with Trend Micro to ensure your device's safety.
How can I stop popups from reappearing?
- Remove any suspicious browser extensions.
- Clear your browser's cache and cookies to reset browser data.
- Check for and remove any suspicious browser notifications.
Can I still visit the website?
Proceeding to visit the website is not recommended. If you believe it's a mistake, add the site to the Exception List or file a reclassification request with Trend Micro.
Additional Resources
- How to get rid of suspicious browser extensions
- How to clear cache and cookies on Windows PC
- How to get rid of suspicious browser notifications on your computer
- How to report misrated websites to Trend Micro
- How to add items in Trend Micro Exception List on Windows
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