What is ConvertItSearch?
ConvertItSearch sounds like the kind of program that you could use to convert files or access tools that could convert them. In reality, it is neither. Although it can offer a search module, it is not focused on conversion specifically, and it is not one that you can trust either. According to the researchers at the internal Anti-Spyware-101.com lab, this extension is just another PUP (potentially unwanted program), and the assumption is that it was created to assist in advertising. Is that what you expected to happen? If it is not, we suggest that you remove ConvertItSearch without hesitation. Are you hesitant to make any moves because you are not sure what exactly is going on with this extension? If that is the case, we suggest that you continue reading this report. You will learn how the PUP spreads, what it does inside the system, and what steps you can take if you decide to delete this extension.
How does ConvertItSearch work?
ConvertItSearch is the same piece of trash that AnyStationSearch, TheConverterSearch, PDFSearchio, SearchTheConverter, and other well-known PUPs are. They might have been created by the same party, but that is not something we can confirm at this point. What we know is that all of these PUPs are practically identical, and they work in the same way every time. That being said, they should have unique installers. In the past, most of these PUPs could be found on the Chrome Web Store, but some of the more recent examples are no longer promoted via this app store. This is great news. Of course, we can never know what might happen in the future. Also, it is always possible that the creators of these extensions could employ different methods of distribution. Do you remember downloading the suspicious ConvertItSearch along with third-party apps or extensions? If that is the case, we advise that you examine your operating system with a trusted malware scanner immediately. Obviously, if it detects malware, you must delete it ASAP.
Whether you install ConvertItSearch by accident or on purpose, this extension must change the default search provider of your Google Chrome browser to feed.convertitsearch.com. This search tool is both useless and unreliable. Of course, because it redirects searches to search.yahoo.com, it might make it seem as if it presents normal search results. That is not the case. First of all, you do not need an extension to help you access Yahoo Search, and so if that is the only reason you keep the PUP installed, we suggest that you remove it quickly. Second, the results that ConvertItSearch shows cannot be trusted. The fact is that this extension modifies what you see, and it is likely to use that power to inject advertisements. Do you want to see ads whenever you browse the web? Most likely, you do not. Furthermore, these ads are unpredictable because they are introduced by unknown parties. Could they be harmless? That is always a possibility, but we suggest that you do not take any chances. The extension is useless, and deleting it is best.
How to remove ConvertItSearch
You might be ready to delete ConvertItSearch from your Google Chrome web browser. If that is the case, we suggest that you pick the method that you think fits best. Do you want to get rid of this PUP manually? If you do, you should follow our instructions below. They show how to eliminate unwanted extensions as well as how to clear browsing data, which you should do to eliminate data-tracking cookies and clear cache. If you are not sure about this, or if the malware scanner you used has found other threats, taking the automated removal route might be the smarter decision. Anti-malware software is what we recommend installing and not just because it can automatically delete PUPs and malware. We strongly recommend implementing it so that you could have your operating system protected against all threats in the future. Of course, you have to do your part as well, and it is most important that you pay attention to what you install.
Removal Instructions
- Open your Google Chrome browser.
- Simultaneously tap Alt+F keys to access the Chrome menu.
- Click More tools to expand a menu and then click Extensions.
- Identify the PUP and then click Remove next to it.
- Open the More tools menu again and click Clear browsing data.
- Open the Advanced menu.
- Select the time range and boxes that are appropriate for the PUP.
- Click Clear data.
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