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Remove virus (Improved Instructions) - Jan 2021 update

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If virus affects a computer, it makes this URL appear in all main Internet browsers, including Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox. Other browsers can be affected, too; for this reason, it is also known as browser hijacker. If this site appears in your browser although you did not touch your browser’s settings, be aware that it is not a good sign and your computer security level is not at its peak point. Read below to find relevant information about the functionality of this browser hijacker, its distribution techniques and also removal guidelines.

When did hijack your computer and what can you do to protect your computer from similar situations in the future?

Indeed, people are aware of the fact that free software can contain some ‘optional downloads.’ Moreover, most of them even know the fact that additional browser add-ons, toolbars, plug-ins, and extensions are set by default, and unless they are unmarked, they end up in the system and start executing the tasks that they are set to. search engine is one of those additional components that may be disguised under quick/express/basic installation option. Thus, it’s not enough to know that software packages do exist.

Questions about virus

To prevent hijack, infiltration of adware programs, and other software that is not desired, it’s a MUST to take precautionary measures. At the best, you should avoid installing free programs or, at least, avoid unknown/suspicious-looking download sources. This way, the percentage of downloading a freeware with a bundle decreases a little bit. Besides, the risk of installing virus and other unwanted programs decreases if you install free programs properly. Always choose ‘Advanced’ or ‘Custom’ installation mode and check every check box. This way, all additional components should be disclosed to you, and you should get the chance to opt out of them all. In case malware has already landed on your web browser, we would recommend scanning the entire system with ReimageIntego or another anti-malware. virus

How does this browser hijacker function and what is the aim of it? is a browser hijacker that is closely related to various third parties. In fact, this search engine serves as a marketing tool that helps to increase the rank for quite unpopular third party web pages. To do that, this search drops an extension on each web browser (IE, Chrome, Firefox), and sets as a default start page, search provider, and a new tab window. Consequently, it gets the chance to display sponsored links and advertisements within search results, what increases the chance that the PC user will visit the website of the affiliate parties. Unfortunately, but redirects can also lead you to unsafe web pages, so keeping such a possibility in mind you should not fall for clicking on any of the links that this search provides.

Another noteworthy fact is related to cookies (small files used to track and store information). redirect virus uses cookies as well. In other words, when you use this search engine, consciously or unconsciously you agree that third parties register your search terms, pages that you visit, data that you type while visiting certain pages (including social networks), IP address, PC’s location, email address, and so on. Even though such information is not personal, it may be used for misleading pop-ups or even email spamming. Besides, removal will certainly improve your web browser’s performance. So, do not wait any longer. Go to the next page, find removal instructions there, and remove virus right away!

How to remove hijacker from the system? removal can be executed both manually and automatically. Both methods are presented at the end of the post. However, it’s worth mentioning that automatic removal will ensure elimination of all suspicious files and programs, what will help to maintain PC’s performance fully. In case you decide to uninstall virus manually, do it with extreme caution and make sure you remove all of its remains.


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To remove virus, follow these steps:

Uninstall from Windows systems


  2. Under Programs, select Uninstall a program.Uninstall from Windows 1
  4. Right-click on the application and select Uninstall.
  5. If User Account Control shows up, click Yes.


  3. Pick the unwanted application by clicking on it once.
  4. At the top, click Uninstall/Change.
  5. In the confirmation prompt, pick Yes.
  6. Click OK once the removal process is finished.

Get rid of from Mac OS X system

Remove virus from Applications folder:

  1. From the menu bar, select Go > Applications.


  1. Select Go > Go to Folder.

Erase virus from Microsoft Edge

Delete unwanted extensions from MS Edge:

  3. Click on Uninstall at the bottom.Remove extensions from Edge

Clear cookies and other browser data:


Restore new tab and homepage settings:

  1. Click the menu icon and choose Settings.
  2. Then find On startup section.
  3. Click Disable if you found any suspicious domain.

Reset MS Edge if the above steps did not work:

  3. Select Details tab.




Instructions for Chromium-based Edge

Delete extensions from MS Edge (Chromium):

  1. Open Edge and click select Settings > Extensions.
  2. Delete unwanted extensions by clicking Remove.Remove extensions from Chromium Edge

Clear cache and site data:

  1. Click on Menu and go to Settings.
  2. Select Privacy and services.
  4. Under Time range, pick All time.
  5. Select Clear now.Clear browser data from Chroum Edge

Reset Chromium-based MS Edge:

  1. Click on Menu and select Settings.
  2. On the left side, pick Reset settings.
  3. Select Restore settings to their default values.
  4. Confirm with Reset.Reset Chromium Edge

Remove from Mozilla Firefox (FF)

Remove dangerous extensions:

  2. Select Add-ons.

Reset the homepage:

  2. Choose Options.

Clear cookies and site data:

  1. Click Menu and pick Options.
  2. Go to Privacy & Security section.
  3. Scroll down to locate Cookies and Site Data.
  4. Click on Clear Data…

Reset Mozilla Firefox


  1. Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click the Menu.
  2. Go to Help and then choose Troubleshooting Information.Reset Firefox 1

Delete from Google Chrome

Delete malicious extensions from Google Chrome:


Clear cache and web data from Chrome:

  1. Click on Menu and pick Settings.
  2. Under Privacy and security, select Clear browsing data.
  4. Click Clear data.Clear cache and web data from Chrome

Change your homepage:

  1. Click menu and choose Settings.

Reset Google Chrome:


  1. Click on Menu and select Settings.
  2. In the Settings, scroll down and click Advanced.
  3. Scroll down and locate Reset and clean up section.
  4. Now click Restore settings to their original defaults.
  5. Confirm with Reset settings to complete virus removal.Reset Chrome 2

Uninstall from Safari

Remove unwanted extensions from Safari:

  1. Click Safari > Preferences…
  2. In the new window, pick Extensions.

Clear cookies and other website data from Safari:

  1. Click Safari > Clear History…
  3. Confirm with Clear History.Clear cookies and website data from Safari


  1. Click Safari > Preferences…
  2. Go to Advanced tab.
  3. Tick the Show Develop menu in menu bar.


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