Frequently Asked Questions

• The Deskbar and Toolbar are very similar in terms of the features they incorporate. The essential difference is that the Toolbar integrates with your browser while the Deskbar resides on your desktop. Therefore, provided that you are connected to the internet, you can use the Deskbar to do an online search without even having to launch your browser. So if you are working on any application and you need to do, say, some reference check online, you can simply type your search term in the deskbar and hit ENTER. This will open a small panel in front with your search results. You can then close it or keep it open even as you work on your other application.

Why should I use the Deskbar?

• With the Deskbar you will be able to enjoy much more convenience as you use your computer applications. Apart from the ability to search online without having to open your browser, you can also run the Start Menu commands directly from the deskbar. For example, if you want to use the Windows Calculator, you can just type run_calc in deskbar and hit ENTER. You do not even need to take your fingers off the keyboard and drag the mouse to Windows Start Menu options. 

How is 550Access Deskbar more powerful than other Deskbars?

• The 550Access Deskbar is packed with many more features than other comparable software. With 550Access Deskbar you get a choice of multiple search engines including ebay and amazon that you can use for instant search. It also includes Popup blocking, options for banner and search ads blocking, AutoFill which enables you to store your profile information and fill online forms automatically, PassKeys in which you can store your online account login information for automatic and instant login, and more. You can even clear all junk in your system such as in recycle bin, temporary internet folders, cookies, etc. with a single command.

Why does 550Access Deskbar replace ads?

• 550Access Deskbar replaces ads to support our development efforts. Apart from the 550Access Deskbar, there are many other 550Access software such as Toolbar and Browser which are offered to users at no cost. All these software are packed with some of the most powerful utilities to enhance user experience. The ad replacement on 550Access Deskbar replaces one banner ad on every website you visit with an ad for our low cost dialup internet services. By incorporating this feature in our software we promote our cost effective dialup services to users, who might be looking for a 56K dialup or High Speed dialup option, in order to generate more revenues to support the development activities.

Are the replaced 550Access ads obtrusive and diminish my online experience?

• Absolutely Not. The 550Access ads are not like popups nor do they cover or affect the main content or overall look of the webpages you visit. The 550Access ads are placed exactly where there was already an other ad on the website. So in effect, when you use the deskbar you see a 550Access ad at the same place where you might have seen some other ad without the deskbar.

Do you collect my personal information to deliver 550Access ads?

• No. We do not collect any personal information. The 550Access ads delivered via our software are incorporated within the software itself and require no transmission of information from our servers to you system.<

Is the Deskbar some form of spyware?

• No.

Can I turn off the ad replacement?

• Yes. It is very easy to turn off the feature. Go to the Options menu of your Toolbar or Deskbar and click on "Precision Search Settings." In the Precision Search Settings window, deselect the Enable Ad Swap option within "Search Results Content" section on top, to disable the ad replacement feature. To reactivate this feature you can again select the option by clicking on the checkbox.

  Please note that the use of ad replacement feature is under your complete control and responsibility. This feature can be easily enabled or disabled by you depending upon your preference.

Is my personal information saved in Autofill and PassKeys safe? Do you collect such information?

• All the information stored in AutoFill and PassKeys resides only on your computer. None of this information is ever transmitted to us or any of our partners via this software.