Even when the original product is legitimate, many download sites bundle it with unwanted additional software. For example, the Softonic Downloader that sometimes accompanies HDD Regenerator downloads has been flagged by six anti-malware scanners as a potentially unwanted program (PUP). These installers often add ad-supported toolbars, browser extensions, and other unwanted applications during installation.
: Unlike software that simply hides bad sectors, HDD Regenerator uses a proprietary algorithm to cycle the magnetization of the drive platter, attempting to restore damaged sectors to a functional state.
