Windows 10: Browser hijack

Discus and support Browser hijack in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; Hi whenever I open a page from within an app my default browser which is almost advert free is bypassed and microsofts advert fest Edge is used... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by michaelbelsey, Mar 30, 2019.

  1. MICHAELBELSEY
    michaelbelsey Win User

    Browser hijack


    Hi whenever I open a page from within an app my default browser which is almost advert free is bypassed and microsofts advert fest Edge is used instead. Edge is pretty much unusable to me as I despise being forced to view adverts also I dislike the search engine which I have been unable to remove for the far less advert seeking google search engine .I am using a fully updated win 10 installation thanks for any help.

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    michaelbelsey, Mar 30, 2019
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  2. YURI PUSTJENS
    Yuri Pustjens Win User

    Browser hijacked by safesurfs.com Malware

    After reading what you went through I would strongly suggest you read the advice of Monkey57 and try his steps. Normally

    Browser hijackers     don't show this kind of behavior and more could be going on. Normally I don't suggest Resetting your computer but in this case....
     
    Yuri Pustjens, Mar 30, 2019
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  3. JSSSSSSSSS
    Jsssssssss Win User
    Jsssssssss, Mar 30, 2019
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  4. STTUBS
    sttubs Win User

    Browser hijack

    browser hijacked

    I've removed viruses using Avast & Malwarebytes but still get browser redirects when trying to go to any Microsoft sites or update page. Any suggestions?
     
    sttubs, Mar 30, 2019
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