Malicious search results and sponsored ads
Being first does not make the download real
“Malicious search results and sponsored ads” is a CyberPlay video course of about 7 minutes, included with Individual Plus. A guide explains the topic and the video stops for five questions.
Learn why a top search result or a Sponsored ad does not make a download real, and how to get an app from the maker's own address or a trusted store. You will also know what to do if you already downloaded a file.
Key facts
- Five checkpoint questions inside the video
- About 7 minutes
- Guides to choose from: 7
- Narrated in English and Romanian
- Included with Individual Plus (€25 a year, VAT included) and organisation plans
- Certificate of completion with Individual Plus or an organisation plan that includes certificates
- Up to 160 XP the first time you finish
What you will be able to do
- Sponsored means paid, not checked
- A copied page can sit in the normal list too
- Type the maker's address, or use a store you trust
Frequently asked questions
Is “Malicious search results and sponsored ads” free?
“Malicious search results and sponsored ads” is included with Individual Plus, which costs €25 a year for one person (VAT included), and with every active organisation plan. With a free CyberPlay account you can take 3 courses: Modern email phishing, Who gets your screen? and ClickFix: “Prove you’re human”.
How long does “Malicious search results and sponsored ads” take?
About 7 minutes, including the five questions. The exact length depends on the guide and the language you choose.
Do I get a certificate for “Malicious search results and sponsored ads”?
Yes, with Individual Plus or an organisation plan that includes certificates. Finish the course and answer all five questions, then claim a certificate of completion that shows your first-attempt score.
Which languages is “Malicious search results and sponsored ads” available in?
The video is narrated in English and Romanian by a guide you choose (available: 7). The buttons and menus around it are available in nine languages.