How to install it?
PopUpBuster is a unique program. It is one executable file despite the small size. No additional DLLs or runtime packages needed. It is ready to run after downloading. You do not even need to download the program to check it out. You can run it off the internet.

Can I use PopUpBuster with Netscape, Opera, etc.?
Pop up killing function is only for Internet Explorer. You can use the other functions (search, atomic clock, Junk-mail Buster) because they do not collaborate with other browsers. Of course, Internet Explorer still has to be present in order to run PopUpBuster.

How to uninstall the program?
You did not have to install it, therefore there is no need to uninstall the application. Deleting the file is enough to remove PopUpBuster from the hard drive.

How to run PopUpBuster?
Remember the location where you downloaded PopUpBuster.exe. Double click on the file and PopUpBuster will run.

How to start eliminating pop up/pop under windows?
Click on the "Start" button or left click on the system tray icon  (The icon will turn red indicating that pop up killing is on)

How to suspend pop up killing?
Click on the "Stop" button or left click on the system tray icon. (The icon will turn green indicating that pop up killing is off). Sometimes you just want to suspend this function temporarily. Press the Shift key and click on the link you want to open. It will allow you to suspend the busting function only while you press the Shift key. You can click the link and press Shift key immediately after clicking for better result. 

Is it possible to run PopUpBuster automatically when I start Internet Explorer?
Yes, it is possible and it happens without modifying the system setup. Select the "Shortcut on Launch Bar " checkbox. PopUpBuster creates an icon on the "Quick Launch Bar". Use this icon instead of the IE icon. It opens a new explorer window with your homepage and starts PopUpBuster if one has not been started.

I want Pop-up killing ON when the program starts
Select "Buster is ON when started" check box. (Version 2.0.3.0 and above)

Will the program let me to open a new window if I click on a link?
Yes and no. The program detects when you click on a link. It allows to open that window if it was designed to do so AND the link is "pop up safe". PopUpBuster prevents opening a new window if that link points to a VBScript or Javascript. In this case you need to override (by pressing the Shift key) PopUpBuster.

Some links do not work
Sometimes the link would run a script. PopUpBuster (default) does not allow to start a script because they are not "pop up safe". You can override this behavior. Check the "Enable Script links" box. PopUpBuster allows to run script if the link points to one. Though PopUpBuster still protects from pop-up windows it is possible to miss some pop-ups. (Please remember: if you click on a link and nothing happens, click again.) (Version 2.1.1.0 and above)

How to maintain "Blacklist"?
There are different pop up killers. First and some second generation pop up killers use a database to record prohibited web addresses. They have a tendency to slow down as the database grows. PopUpBuster is the first third-generation pop up killer. It acts as if it was your servant. It cooperates with you and Internet Explorer. It automatically detects unwanted pop up/pop under advertisements. There is no need to have and maintain "blacklist".

Clicking on the Internet Explorer icon does not open a new browser.
The program treats the browser as a pop up window if you already opened at least one Internet Explorer. Press the Shift key when you click on the Internet Explorer icon to open additional window(s). (There is a short period after you closed the last IE browser window when the program still thinks there are open windows. Either wait a few seconds or press the Shift key)

The PopUpBuster window is too big, how can I minimize it?
PopUpBuster is not just a pop up killer but also an internet browser companion. Therefore there is a need for a user interface. Obviously you do not want that window on the desktop all the time. It is easy to resize the window as you wish or minimize it. Click on the "Minimize window" on the top right corner of the window or right click on the system tray icon. The program will disappear from the screen.

How can I see the window again if it is minimized?
Right click on the system tray icon.

How do I know if PopUpBuster eliminated a pop up/pop under window?
The icon will change momentarily when the program prevents opening a new window. Also the number of killed pop up windows increases by one.

Does PopUpBuster have sound effects when killing a window?
No. We think that most of the PopUpBuster users want to forget about pop up and pop under windows. Web browsing is a "flow" experience. Anything which breaks this "state of mind" breaks the "flow", including not just pop-up windows but sound effects. There is a close relationship between "flow" and happiness according to Prof. Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. We want you to be happy.

What is Fast WEB Search?
It is a tool to do "mass" web search. Enter your search words to the input field and click on "Search". A list of found web pages will appear. Clicking on the link will open a new window. Of course those windows will be protected from pop up/pop under windows.

What is "Atomic Clock"?
You can synchronize the system clock of your computer with an atomic clock. It adjusts the clock immediately when you click on "Synchronize Time". Also, PopUpBuster can periodically set the clock by selecting a time period and clicking on the "Start Auto Adjust" button. 

Can I verify my system clock with "Atomic Clock"?
There can be rare cases when you need to verify the accuracy of the system clock Bring up the Date/Time properties by clicking on the time on the system tray. Click on the "Synchronize Time" in PopUpBuster. You will see the time change when PopUpBuster adjusts the time.

What is Junkmail Buster?
Junkmail Buster pre-filters your e-mails. Junk mails will be deleted from your e-mail server based on your black list and instructions.

How can I use Junkmail Buster?
First you need to setup your e-mail account(s) (e-mail server, account name and your e-mail address). The next step is to select the account and click on "Filter E-mail". The program will show a list of waiting e-mails. You have a choice to delete one or more mails, put them onto blacklist or mark them as friends. After you made your choices click on "Delete spam". The junks will be deleted from the e-mail server in a few seconds. Now you can download your e-mails. Many of our users are using Junkmail Buster to check their mails.

Setup
We try to minimize setups. Currently there is only one setup feature. Setting the "Shortcut on Start Menu" checkmark creates a shortcut to PopUpBuster on the "Start" menu.

Privacy, operating systems, system "safety"
We highly respect your privacy. PopUpBuster does not use any third party components, does not alter your system. PopUpBuster does not use cookies. PopUpBuster limits the usage of the registry. 
All used registry items are under HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\ECOM\PopUpBuster.
PopUpBuster runs on all Windows systems from Win95 to WinXP where Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher is installed.
Your operating system is safe when you are using PopUpBuster. There is no installation and using PopUpBuster does not require to install DLLs, OCXs or other components. It is one of the safest program to use.
Some of your e-mail setup (e.g.: your e-mail address) is stored on our server. Your password is never sent to other place but to your e-mail server. Any information you submit via this website will not be sold, rented, or otherwise distributed to any 3rd parties.

I did not find the answer for my question
Start PopUpBuster and click on the "Customer Support" link. It opens your e-mail program. Send your questions, suggestions, etc. to us. Please remember: we ignore e-mails with attachment(s).