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Intrusive Ads

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Let me begin by stating that I usually have my volume fairly loud so that I can listen to music clearly, even when I'm not actually listening to music.

Recently while browsing the site, I my mouse cursor passed over an ad, which produced a very loud (and annoying) sound file. Because my volume was somewhat high and it was unexpected, it kind of hurt my ears.

An ad should never be allowed to play sounds without user consent... I feel as though this ad provider should be contacted.

In case you were wondering, the ad in question was some fake facebook friend request (probably some kind of phishing scam or SMS subscription crap).

EDIT: Ironic that after I post this, there it is at the top of the page. "Johann wants to be friends with you"!
2011-09-15 04:19:00

Author:
xero
Posts: 2419


I agree with you - ads should never behave in this manner. I'll report this to our ad server immediately. If you happen to see the ad again, please PM me the URL it directs you to and/or a screenshot so I can provide them with as much information as possible about the ad in question.2011-09-15 06:07:00

Author:
ConfusedCartman
Posts: 3729


Will do! It shouldn't be too difficult, it shows up quite often now.2011-09-15 06:39:00

Author:
xero
Posts: 2419


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