What is this red algae in my tank and how do I fix it?

[Cannons Fish]

In the past couple of weeks this Algae has just got worse and worse and I don’t know what to do. At first there was just a little bit and I tried to scoop it out and I feel like it just made it worse. I am going to do a water change later but if anyone has any better suggestions or any idea what kind of algae it is please share.
Thanks

 

[PowerLineman01]

Looks like Cyano someone will advise how to get rid of it

 

[JPM San Diego]

Even though the color is red, your algae is most likely a blue green algae species. They are more related to bacteria than true algae species. They can be tough to beat and then all of a sudden they are gone when the environment no longer supports their growth. Focus on reducing nutrients in the tank (don't over feed). Increase water changes. Vacuum out as much as you can with every water change. Don't let the algae mats sit around. Try to remove them. Reduce the lights, especially the red end of the spectrum.

 

[reefinatl]

Cyano...

Chemiclean is my recommendation. Some point to this parameter or that one, or some balance. I dunno whatever, run Chemiclean and be done with it. Repeat if necessary. Flow seems to be the one universal thing. It loves low flow areas.

 

[Anthony Kochevar]

Looks like red slime algae or Cyanobacteria. Doing a search on the site should yield lots of results. Lowering the photoperiod, water changes and nutrient export are the top ways to get rid of it.