Browser redirect after iphone reset

So I am having issues with my browser redirecting to sketchy websites from perfectly safe websites for the last couple days. I tried deleting data from safari, turning my phone off and on again, and so forth. none of this worked. I ended up factory resetting my phone and restoring it to a backup from May. On the second tab I open I am redirected to one of the sites from before telling me I have five minutes before all my data is stolen and I have to download their software.

Both tabs opened were to D20PFSRD a reasonably respected pen and paper RPG Wiki.

I am wondering are there any further steps I can take besides burning the phone and burying it in sanctified ground.

EDIT

funnily enough the above picture I was sent to after posting this

iPhone 7 Plus

Posted on Jan 4, 2019 1:52 AM

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Jan 7, 2019 2:36 PM in response to JamesAlets

Hello JamesAlets,



Thanks for that info and choosing the Apple Support Communities. If I understand correctly, you are having an issue with the Safari app redirecting when visiting a website, even after a reset/restore. To help with your situation, you may find the information and steps outlined in the following articles helpful:


How to block pop-ups in Safari - Apple Support

Avoid phishing emails, fake 'virus' alerts, phony support calls, and other scams


Also, you may want to double-check that you are completely clearing all of the current data from Safari (history, cache, and cookies), as outlined in this article (you may want to try putting your device in Airplane Mode before clearing the data):


Clear the history and cookies from Safari on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support



Cheers!

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