What is CryptoPriceSearch Toolbar?
CryptoPriceSearch Toolbar appears to be another potentially unwanted program from Mindspark Interactive Network, Inc. Same as other similar applications form this untrustworthy developer it can replace user's default search engine, start page, and other browser preferences alike. The problem is, by doing so the unreliable extension might encourage you to search the Internet with a questionable search engine that could display advertisements from the third party. Our researchers believe this material may originate from unreliable web pages, which means some of it could be potentially malicious. Because of this, we advise users to get rid of CryptoPriceSearch Toolbar before anything bad happens. Moreover, to make it easier, we will be placing instructions showing how to erase the potentially unwanted program Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox step by step. Thus, if you need any guidance, feel free to check them out.
Where does CryptoPriceSearch Toolbar come from?
CryptoPriceSearch Toolbar might travel with bundled setup files, annoying pop-up advertisements, and so on. Either way, its appearance on the system might show the user is not cautious enough. As you see, often users install potentially unwanted programs while visiting sites distributing pirated software, questionable freeware, etc. In fact, some users install various threats without even realizing it. It is enough to launch a setup file and skip custom or advanced installation settings, and if the installer was bundled with anything, it could settle in without you noticing anything. For this reason, our researchers strongly recommend being extra attentive during the installation process, especially when the setup file comes from unreliable sources. Also, it would be a good idea to research the application you encounter before deciding whether it is wise to install them, for example, you could read expert reviews, search for ratings, information on the developer, and so on.
How does CryptoPriceSearch Toolbar work?
Like the other potentially unwanted programs from Mindspark Interactive Network, Inc the extension should change your browser preferences by placing search.myway.com instead of your usual search engine, start page, etc. While testing search.myway.com our researchers noticed their search queries were redirected to a modified google.com version. It is possible the application could act this way to add additional advertising content from its third-party partners. The CryptoPriceSearch Toolbar’s developers might even receive advertising revenue from user clicks. The bad news is while they may receive payment you could put your system at risk as some part of the advertisements might be potentially malicious. For example, the ads may promote web pages inviting to participate in fake surveys or lotteries, websites containing malware or other potentially unwanted programs, adware, etc. Therefore, we doubt it is worth keeping such a suspicious extension, especially when it provides an unreliable search engine and just a couple of bookmarks you could create yourself.
How to erase CryptoPriceSearch Toolbar?
CryptoPriceSearch Toolbar can be deleted either manually or with a legitimate antimalware tool. If you choose the first option we advise you to take a look at the removal instructions available below; these steps will explain how to remove the potentially unwanted program from different browsers. If you prefer the second option, make sure you pick a trustworthy antimalware tool, install it on your computer, and perform a full system scan. Later, you should be able to get rid of the suspicious extension by simply clicking the provided deletion button.
Eliminate CryptoPriceSearch Toolbar
Google Chrome
- Tap Win+E and search for:
%LOCALAPPDATA%\Google\Chrome\User Data\[userprofile]\Extensions
%LOCALAPPDATA%\Google\Chrome\User Data\[userprofile]\Local Extension Settings
%LOCALAPPDATA%\Google\Chrome\User Data\[userprofile]\Sync Extension Settings - Find folders named as hmdfjdmlicmgkkofgdjcndplcepgohgi, right-click them and press Delete.
- Close File Explorer.
- Empty Recycle bin.
Mozilla Firefox
- Tap Windows key+E and navigate to:
%APPDATA%\Mozilla\Firefox\Profiles\[userprofile]\extensions
%APPDATA%\Mozilla\Firefox\Profiles\[userprofile] - Look for folders called _qlMembers_@free.cryptopricesearch.com.xpi.
- Right-click them separately and press Delete.
- Get to this directory: %APPDATA%\Mozilla\Firefox\Profiles\[Unique User ID]
- Right-click a file called Prefs.js and press Delete.
- Exit File Explorer.
- Empty Recycle Bin.
Internet Explorer
- Open Start menu and launch Control Panel (for Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7) or tap Win+R, type Control Panel and press OK (for Windows 8 and Windows 10).
- Pick either Uninstall a program or Add or Remove Programs.
- Choose CryptoPriceSearch Toolbar and press Uninstall.
- Close the Control Panel.
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