- PC버전 카카오톡 광고 제거 방법
- PC버전 카카오톡 프로그램을 사용하다 보면, 바탕화면 우측 하단에 광고 팝업창이 실행됩니다. 매번 광고창을 닫아주어야 하는 불편함이 있기 때문에 이번 글에서는 PC버전 카카오톡 광고 제거 방법을 설명해 드리겠습니다.
No more annoying KakaoTalk ads! Using the KakaoTalk PC version, haven't you been bothered by ads suddenly popping up in the lower right corner of the screen? If you don't want to see these ads anymore, solve it with the simple method explained below!
Why do KakaoTalk ads keep popping up?
KakaoTalk displays ads to provide various services. Especially the PC version, compared to the mobile version, has limited functionality, so there is a stronger tendency to generate revenue through advertising.
How to remove KakaoTalk ads?
Removing KakaoTalk PC Version Ads
1. Windows search barSearch for Notepad and run it as administrator.
2. Click Open, and change the file type to *All Files (*.*)**.
3. Find the hosts file in the C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc folder and open it.
4. Add 127.0.0.1 display.ad.daum.net at the bottom of the file and save it.
With only 5 simple steps, you can completely block KakaoTalk ads. It's not difficult, right?
Why should I modify the hosts file?
The hosts file is used by the computer to look up internet addresses. Adding a specific address to this file prevents the computer from connecting to that address and instead connects locally. In other words, it prevents the connection to the KakaoTalk ad server.
Precautions after blocking KakaoTalk ads
- Conflicts with other ad blockers: If you are using other ad-blocking programs, using them together with the hosts file modification can result in more effective ad blocking.
- Regular hosts file backup: It is a good idea to back up the hosts file in case of problems.
- KakaoTalk updates: The ad blocking settings may be reset when KakaoTalk is updated, so you may need to reset them as necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Are there other ways to block ads?
- Yes, you can use ad-blocking programs or install browser extensions.
- What happens if I modify the hosts file incorrectly?
- Your internet connection may become unstable, so you need to modify it carefully. If a problem occurs, you can restore it using the backed-up hosts file.
- Is blocking KakaoTalk ads illegal?
- Blocking KakaoTalk ads is not illegal, but it may violate the KakaoTalk Terms of Service.
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