PConverter Toolbar

Posted by Lisa Blanc on October 12, 2015

What is PConverter Toolbar?

PConverter Toolbar is a potentially unwanted application that presents itself as a free file converter. The application says it supports 40 file types and can convert currencies, temperatures, volume, and length for free. However, there are some negative aspects of using this program. PConverter Toolbar is created by Mindspark Interactive Network, and this company is known for many suspicious programs. Moreover, all their products are exposed to security issues. The file converter will also act as a browser hijacker and try to replace your default homepage and search engine. It is possible that you may use the application as a useful tool, but you will surely increase the level of your online safety by removing this program. test test test

What does PConverter Toolbar do?

The program installs a toolbar in your Internet browser and allows you to make some conversions. However, it also redirects you to other file conversion websites, such as x-rates.com, where you can convert currency. So, the useful functionality of PConverter Toolbar is rather limited. In addition, this application offers to set Ask.com as your new default homepage and search engine. Only very attentive users are capable of declining this offer, as you will need to deselect the relevant boxes while installing the file converter.

We think you should reconsider whether to use Ask.com as you search provider or not. This engine puts additional results above your search queries. Those results can be filled with redirect links, and you may find yourself on various third-party websites. Follow the instructions that you will find below this article in case you decide to bring back your old search engine.

Please note that even Mindspark itself names its products as insecure. According to the company’s EULA, those products “may be exposed to unauthorized access, interception, corruption, damage or misuse.” So, if PConverter Toolbar even provides you with some relevant features, you should not expose your system to further risk by using this application.

Where does PConverter Toolbar come from?

This program can be downloaded from its official website. However, as with other Mindspark products, such as SendFilesFree Toolbar and DailyWellnessGuide Toolbar, the program can also be found in bundles with free software. You should know that bundling is the method sometimes used by creators and developers of hazardous applications. You need to be very attentive while using freeware-sharing websites and downloading applications from them. Never accept the Standard installation mode because this way you simply open a door for various possible unwanted programs to enter your system.

How do I remove PConverter Toolbar?

You will have to implement a few simple steps to completely remove PConverter Toolbar from your computer. At first, you need to locate the application on your program list and eliminate it from there. Then, you will have to delete the unwanted extension from your Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox browsers (elimination of the application via Control Panel will automatically remove it from Internet Explorer). We have prepared a detailed guide that will assist you in the process. It will also show how to restore your default homepage and search engine. If something goes wrong, or if you are not sure of yourself, do not hesitate to ask us a question by posting it in the comment box on this page.