# Popup Ads Detector And Remover

> Find out which app is causing pop up ads

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tafayor.hiddenappsdetector](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tafayor.hiddenappsdetector)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.tafayor.hiddenappsdetector`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** APPDEV QUEBEC
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 4,987,401
- **Rating:** 4.39 / 5 (25,956 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.5.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-23
- **First published:** 2024-04-12
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Size:** 23 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tafayor.hiddenappsdetector)
- **Website:** [https://appdev-quebec.com/](https://appdev-quebec.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://appdev-quebec.com/privacy\_policy\_popupaddetector.html](https://appdev-quebec.com/privacy_policy_popupaddetector.html)

## Description

## Popup Ads Detector And Remover

Are you frustrated by unexpected popup ads disrupting your browsing experience? Our Popup Ads Detector and Remover Chrome extension helps you identify and eliminate the apps causing these intrusive advertisements. Simply enable monitoring, use your browser as usual, and when a popup ad appears, the extension reveals the source app responsible. You can then uninstall or manage that app to stop future interruptions.

Key Features:
- Detect apps triggering popup ads swiftly to regain control of your browsing
- Remove and block annoying popup ads effectively for an uninterrupted experience
- Scan for hidden or suspicious applications that might be displaying ads without your knowledge
- Privacy-conscious design: no user data is collected

This easy-to-use extension empowers you to troubleshoot and clean your device from unwanted popup ads and adware, improving your productivity and browsing enjoyment.

## Rankings

- #24,219 — Overall
- #2 — ad spy
- #19 — ad

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SPECIAL_USE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.tafayor.hiddenappsdetector.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users largely praise the app for finding and removing adware and hidden apps that cause popups. The top positives are quick and easy detection, ability to remove offending apps, and that it’s free to use, with several users reporting it saved their devices. However, multiple reviews note it isn’t consistently reliable: for some users it doesn’t work, isn’t very efficient, and popups can continue after use. Some UX complaints mention forced review prompts. Overall, the app is valued for detecting adware and removing threats, but its effectiveness varies across devices and scenarios.

### Pros

- Detects adware and hidden apps quickly.
- Helps remove offending apps, keeping the device safe.
- Free to use.
- Fast and easy scanning.
- Contributes to a reduced ad experience by removing threats.

### Cons

- Not consistently effective; may not block all ads.
- Some users report it doesn’t work or isn’t efficient.
- Forced review prompts interfere with the experience.
- Ads may persist after using the app.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tafayor.hiddenappsdetector)