How to Remove LimeWire Pop-ups

LimeWire is a free peer-to-peer file sharing tool widely used in Windows operating systems. You may encounter LimeWire pop-ups on startups if you use this tool frequently. These pop-ups are essentially adwares that promote and advertise LimeWire upgrades. In some cases, these upgrades may even require you to register and pay a certain price for high-end version of the product. This process will help you get rid of LimeWire pop-ups.

Instructions

1. Hit the Start button and select "All Programs." Scroll up to find the folder for "LimeWire." Click on this folder and select the menu command "LimeWire" to launch the program.

2. Click on "Tools" on the top bar and select "Options."

3. Click on "Advanced" and hit the tab "System."

4. Clear the check mark beside "Run LimeWire on System Startup" under the subheading "Startup and Shutdown heading."

5. Enable the pop-up blocker on your web browser. If you use Internet Explorer, click on "Tools" and point your cursor to "Pop-up Blocker." Select "Turn On Pop-up Blocker." If you use Mozilla Firefox, click on "Tools" and select 'Options." Click on "Content." Put a check mark beside "Block pop-up Windows." Click on "OK."

References

• Limewire.org: Customizing Options
• Microsoft.com: How to turn on the Pop-up Blocker
• Mozilla.com: Options window - Content panel