Is Gator safe ???

[jacobnero8196]

I downloaded gator and was annoyed to find that the only way to install it is to be online because they don't give you the complete software program. It also does a scan of your cookies and god knows what else. It is a cool program in that it picks up the Id and password the first time and then you only have to click to insert your Id and password there after. I am using Zone Alarm so I could block all access after i install it but I have no clue what info it sends when you first sign up ??

[Rainbow48*]

Hi Jacob, If you want to make sure that you aren't being spyed on you can go to Optout.com and get the free software. I have that and I use Gator and it is safe to use. I haven't had any probs with it and have been using it for quite awhile.

Rainbow48*

[howste]

Here's a recent thread on Gator asking basically the same question. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/Forum1/HTML/007216.html
In a nutshell, if you're concerned about privacy, you'd be better off avoiding it.

Steve

[voogru]

GATORS ARE NOT SAFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
j/k gator is an ok program I used it and works pretty good

[Brangwen]

I've used it many times and found nothing unsafe about it. The above post(s) seem to address security concerns, if that's your question.

Good luck.

Brangwen http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/wink.gif

[bhess]

I ended up installing it. I browse BigBigSavings.com and they use it over there. At first I didn't add a CC number. Then I got an internet CC that I only use online, So I'm not too worried.

[jacobnero8196]

I'm sorry to say but it seems that gator does spy on you. It collects data on what sites you go to and then calls home. I have ZoneAlarm and it is listed so it is calling out. Also I have never had a program were I needed to be online to install it. I tried to find the whole program but both zdnet and gator won't allow a full download. Just a small program which tells you need a larger program.