How to Remove Guardiantrailway Browser Popup on iPhone
Guardiantrailway.com is a dubious website that vaguely promises various services or products. You might land there due to misleading ads or misleading links. When you visit, you might see a pop-up warning that your device is infected with a virus.
Consumer reporting platforms like ScamAdviser strongly advise against interacting with this website. However, simply visiting the site does not necessarily mean that your device is infected. There are steps you can take to mitigate potential risks and protect your device. Here’s how to do it.
NOTE
iPhones don’t usually get infected with viruses. However, malware can wreak havoc on your device and even access your data. Here’s a guide to help you identify malware infections on your device.
Ways to Remove Guardiantrailway on Your iPhone
1. Force quit Facebook or your browser
Time required: 1 minute
When the pop-up appears, you must close the Facebook app or your browser immediately.
- From your Home screenSwipe up from the bottom of the screen to open the App carousel.
- Swipe through your open apps to find Facebook or your browser.
- Swipe up on the app preview to close the app.
2. Clear your browsing history
Next, you’ll need to clear your browser’s cache and history. The process is different for each app, so follow these steps if you use Safari or Chrome on your iPhone.
safari
- Out of Settings, knock safari.
- Knock Clear history and website data.
- Choose Clear history and data.
- Knock Close tabs.
chrome
- In the Chrome app, tap the three points in the lower right corner.
- Knock Clear browser data.
- Out of Periodchoose All times to completely delete your browsing history.
- Tap all items displayed.
- Choose Clear browser data.
3. Remove unusual calendar entries
You may notice calendar events that you don’t remember adding or subscribing to. These unauthorized entries often come with alarming event reminders designed to trick you into thinking they are system alerts. The goal is to create a sense of urgency and trick you into clicking malicious links or performing unnecessary actions. Remove these from your calendar app and avoid interacting with them.
- Tap the specific calendar Event.
- Choose Unsubscribe from this calendar at the bottom of your screen.
- Knock Unsubscribe.
4. Search for unknown apps
Malware like Guardiantrailway installs apps that monitor your device activity and track your personal and financial information.
Fortunately, the iPhone displays malware warnings from suspicious apps – they won’t launch without warning you. In these cases, you should delete the shady app immediately.
5. Update your iOS
Updating to the latest software will ensure that your phone remains protected from external security threats. To do so, navigate to Settings > General > Software Update. Your screen should display the operating system version currently installed on your iPhone and whether an upgrade is available. With that in mind, here is a
6. Reset your iPhone to factory settings
If the above solutions don’t work, you will need to reset your phone’s settings to default. This will erase all content and settings on your device. Reset your phone to factory settings by clicking Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone. Don’t forget to back up to iCloud or your computer so you can easily access your apps, photos, and other files.
Contact Apple Support if you continue to see unusual activity on your iPhone. In the meantime, here’s a guide on how to fix the green lines on your iPhone screen.