Fake security pop ups often appear while browsing the web. Sometimes they appear when visiting a legitimate website through the ad servers on the site. They can also come from links in Posts placed on social media platforms. The important thing to remember is NEVER call or follow any instructions from these alerts.

No matter what it says you only contact me. These alerts are just like phishing emails, they are designed to trigger panic and make you stop thinking. They often have siren sounds with a message saying to call this number immediately. The goal is to get you on the phone. Once on the line they will tell you it's a critical issue and send you a link to gain access to your system. 

Never fall for these types of alerts, whether they say it's your computer, or your bank account - stop, slow down and think. 

• For computer security alerts call me directly or email it@rarealtors.com. 

• For bank alerts only call the number on your card. Never follow a link or call the number in a text. Don't do a web search for the number, call the number on your card.

To kill these alerts its sometimes necessary to kill the browser - Edge or Chrome application via Task Manager.  Alternatively, you can shut down the computer by holding the power button until it turns off.

To kill the browser via Task Manager. Hold these 3 keys on your keyboard at the same time:  Ctrl -Alt -Del > choose Task Manager > Select the Processes tab > select the application or web browser you are using Edge or Chrome > click End Task.

NOTE: when reopening chrome you may be prompted to restore previously open pages. Do not choose this option, it will reopen the fake alert page.