I get pop up windows when I use my browser even though I turned off pop ups. I have even new windows that open automatically. How can I fix?

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I understand how frustrating it can be to see ongoing ads on your computer. I have an article for you with information about the stop of this behavior:

Stop the cAds in Safari - Apple Support

https://support.Apple.com/en-us/HT203987

The behavior you describe can be better attributed to adware, referred to in this section of the article mentioned above:

If you could have the adware installed on your Mac.

If the pop-ups still on your Mac, you might inadvertently downloaded and installed adware (advertising-taking software supported). Some software that you download from some third-party download sites can include the software you want and the adware.

If you think you have Adware on your Mac, update to the latest version of OS X El Capitan. If your Mac already has the latest version of El Capitan, restart it. El Capitan removes adware only when connecting. If you still see the advertising on your Mac, Contact Apple.

Be vigilant and thank you for visiting the communities of Apple Support.

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