NextFlix Removal Guide

NextFlix is a useless application that disguises itself as a VPN/DNS manager that enables users to watch region-locked content on popular internet TV platforms, such as NetFlix, Spotify, CBS, HBO, ESPN, BBC iPlayer, and ITV. Unfortunately, this program can be used to display third-party advertisements and we have found that this is the only function that really works. Therefore, we have classified it as an adware program. Since the advertisements presented by this adware can expose you to questionable web content and cyber criminals, we advise you to act right now. You should remove NextFlix if you do not want to bring more danger to your computer. But it is very likely that this ad-supported program is only one of several malicious threats that can be hiding on your system. Please read our full report to learn more about this malware infection and all related risks.

Although you can find the official webpage of this application at nextflix.info, there is no link or button to actually download this tool. This is rather suspicious because what would you think if even the promotional page does not provide you with an installer? This can only mean that the creators use questionable methods to spread their product. We can confirm this as we have found NextFlix to travel in free software bundles. However, these packages can be filled with a number of malicious program installers as well as potentially unwanted programs. Therefore, installing such a bundle could be quite a hit to your operating system and your privacy as well. It could help you avoid such disasters if you knew how you infect your computer with such infectious packages. So let us tell you now.

One of the main sources of malicious bundles is suspicious file-sharing and gaming websites that host a lot of annoying third-party advertisements (banner, in-text, and pop-up). Clicking on such content can either take you to other malicious websites or simply drop a bundle of “surprises” onto your machine. Therefore, you should do two things to stay out of trouble: first, do not visit suspicious websites, and two, do not click on random third-party ads. If you end up with a malicious bundle and you install the whole content, you should know that even if you delete NextFlix, your computer will not be fully safe for you to use. It will also be essential to identify and eliminate all other threats.

We have found that this adware is identical to DNS Unlocker and CloudGuard. Once you install this application, it modifies your DNS settings. This is why and how this malware can display commercial advertisements in all major browsers, including Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and Internet Explorer. This also makes it a bit more difficult to remove NextFlix from your computer because you will have to restore you DNS settings in order to be on the safe side. This adware is like any other. It does not work as promised because you certainly cannot access region-locked websites to stream TV channels. Instead, you will be exposed to potentially harmful third-party advertisements. These can be rather annoying and disruptive while you want to do your normal web surfing. But the real danger is that you may click on these ads because they can seem to be quite relevant after some time.

This is possible due to the plain fact that this adware can collect information about you and use it to customize the advertisements. However, criminals can exploit this infection to inject their own corrupt links and ads. This is why it becomes risky to click on anything really once your computer has been infected with this malware. If you do not want to let more infections onto your system or to be scammed out of your bank account details and lose money, you should not think twice to delete NextFlix from your PC.

We cannot really call this adware “easy-to-remove” due to the DNS setting changes. If you want to leave no leftovers, first, you need to uninstall NextFlix via Control Panel. Then, you should restore your DNS settings. We have included step-by-step instructions below so even if you are an inexperienced computer user, you should be able to remove NextFlix by following these steps. If you are fed up with malware invasions and that you cannot avoid such attacks, you should think about using an authentic anti-malware program.

How to remove NextFlix from Windows

Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10

1. Press Win+Q and enter uninstall a program. Hit the Enter key.
2. Select the uninstaller and press Uninstall.

Windows Vista and Windows 7

1. Access the Start menu and go to Control Panel.
2. Click Uninstall a program.
3. Select the uninstaller and press Uninstall.

Windows XP

1. Click the Start button and choose Control Panel.
2. Select Add or Remove Programs.
3. Click on the uninstaller and press Remove.

How to restore DNS settings

Windows XP

1. Click the Start button and pick Control Panel.
2. Open Network Connections.
3. Right-click on the active connection and choose Properties.
4. Select Internet Protocol on the Local Area Connection Properties panel.
5. Press Properties and select “Obtain DNS server address automatically”.
6. Click OK.

Windows Vista/Windows 7

1. Open the Start menu and choose Control Panel.
2. Pick Network and Internet.
3. Select Network and Sharing Center.
4. Click on your connection type.
5. Press Properties and select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)/Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6).
6. Press Properties and mark “Obtain DNS Server address automatically”.
7. Click OK and press OK again.

Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows 10

1. Tap Win+X and select Control Panel.
2. Select Network and Internet and access Network and Sharing Center.
3. Click on the active connection next to Connections.
4. On the pop-up window, press Properties.
5. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)/Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) in the item list box and press Properties.
6. Mark the “Obtain DNS server address automatically” option and press OK.
7. Click OK.