What is SafeSearch by Raaz?
SafeSearch by Raaz lets you believe that while using it, you can safely search the Internet without anyone tracking you, but if the tool was actually that great, computer security specialists would not be concerned about it. Also, it would be more popular among users, but, as it seems, it mostly spreads bundled with other freeware. The primary concern for the application is that it injects search results with sponsored links to the third-party websites. What's more, it changes your browser settings without permission. If you continue reading the article, we will provide you with more information about the program and should you choose to delete it, you can use removal instructions available below the text.
How does SafeSearch by Raaz work?
To begin with, the program should work only on Google Chrome, leaving other installed browsers on your computer not affected. As soon as the application is installed, it will modify your browser settings by changing homepage, search engine, and new tab page with SafeSearch by Raaz, meaning that every time you open your browser or look for something, you will be redirected to safesearch.raaz.io. The application states that it is here to keep your searches private, but if you read Privacy Policy and End User License Agreement documents, you will see that program’s creators have other interests too, even though they barely mention them. For instance, SafeSearch by Raaz “has a material relationship with many of the companies whose links appear in your search results pages. Specifically, our search results pages occasionally contain affiliate links, which means that we receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking.” This means that your results will be modified by adding various sponsored links, which could promote adware applications, browser hijackers or other unwanted software. Besides, you will generate money with every click or purchase for the software’s creators.
Where does SafeSearch by Raaz come from?
Even though SafeSearch by Raaz is considered to be a potentially unwanted program (PUP), still users install it on their own, but it does not mean you did it intentionally. Usually, such software enters your system because you were not attentive enough during the installation process. Probably, while installing some freeware, you were suggested to add the PUP on the setup wizard. It should be possible to untick the suggestion, but you may have accepted all the conditions without reviewing them. As a result, SafeSearch by Raaz settled in with your permission.
How to remove SafeSearch by Raaz?
The only way to go back to your previous settings is to delete the application’s modified Google Chrome files (Preferences, Secure Preferences, Web Data) and set your preferences again. Also, if you erase these particular files, you will remove the program from your system completely. Afterward, it would be a good idea to check your system if you have more unwanted software and erase it at once. As for the future, you should be more careful while installing any software. There are a few things you should always consider. For starters, make sure that trustworthy publishers have developed the program. In addition, you could look for user reviews that could help you to learn more about the software and make a smart decision.
Remove SafeSearch by Raaz
- Press Windows Key+R to launch the RUN dialog box.
- Copy and paste the given location: %LocalAppData%\Google\Chrome\User Data\Default
- Search for these files: Preferences, Secure Preferences, and Web Data.
- Right-click on them separately and click Delete.
tested removal of SafeSearch by Raaz*
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