Windows 10: Most of the websites I visit redirect me to a "you won" type of scam website, even MY OWN...

This problem started 2 days ago, when I booted up my computer I noticed that my start menu's tiles were in a random position, I rearranged them and ignored it. Then since I was bored I was doing virtual machines, finding information online when suddenly I get this prompt visiting the website, "This site uses HSTS or is under an attack, so you can't visit this website." something along those lines. This happened with 2 other websites until I visited my own website, and the prompt was a bit different, this time it was "This site doesn't use HTTPS" even though I'm pretty sure that it uses HTTP

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Redirecting website

Hi Pancho,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

I understand your inconvenience. Don’t worry. We will assist to resolve this issue.

It can be extremely frustrating if you are trying to visit a Web page but are automatically redirected to another. This tactic is sometimes used to as a way to direct your attention to an advertisement. Other times, a hacker may be trying to install
spyware or malware on your computer.

It seems that your computer is infected by virus and malware. I would suggest you to run Full Virus Scan using
Windows Defender.

Turn Windows Security on or off



Also if you are using Internet Explorer, I suggest you to follow the below steps and check if it helps.



Step 1: Open the Internet Explorer browser and click on the "Tools" menu at the top of the page.



Step 2: Click on "Internet Options," then click the "Security" tab. In the "Security Level for this Zone" box, use the slider to set the security to "High." This stops Internet Explorer from using ActiveX, preventing Web
pages from redirecting you to others. Although this stops the redirecting action, legitimate websites may not load properly, or at all. Some functions on websites become disabled, such as links to other websites, video or PDF files. This method is extreme,
but it stops redirects while you scan the computer for viruses.



Step 3: Click on "Trusted Sites." Add any websites that you go to frequently and that you trust. These websites will behave as normal, without restrictions.



Step 4: Run anti-spyware or anti-malware software on your computer (see Resources). Redirects are often causes by a virus, which software can find and eliminate. If any viruses are found and deleted, this is likely to
end the redirects you are experiencing.



Step 5: Go back to the "Internet Options" window, and set the security slider back to its initial position. If the anti-spyware program eliminated the source of the redirects, your browser now behaves normally.



Try the above step and let us know if it helps. For further assistance feel free to post your queries in Microsoft forums. We will be glad to assist you.



Thank You.

 

website redirects

Hi Janine. I'm Greg, an installation specialist and 9 year Windows MVP, here to help you.

For routine redirects see here:
https://itstillworks.com/stop-pages-redirecting...

For browser redirect hijacking by scam sites:
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/easily-remove-bro...

I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.

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Standard Disclaimer: There are links to non-Microsoft websites. The pages appear to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the sites that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly
research any product advertised on the sites before you decide to download and install it.

 

what is this website -

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



I have tried to access the website shared by you, however, the anti-virus on my computer blocked the website stating Tech Support Scam website.



We would like to know the following details:

• Did you access the website on your computer?
  
• How did you come across this website?
  

It seems that the website is a Tech Support scam website. I would suggest you to refer the article on

Protect yourself from tech support scams.



For security reasons, I have removed the website from your post.



Regards,

Nikhar Khare

Microsoft Community - Moderator