Windows 10: OneDrive hijacked my data. I want it back.

Just discovered that a shortcut has been placed in my hard drive directing all my files to OneDrive with an error message that I need to purchase more space. I DON'T WANT TO USE ONE DRIVE! I NEVER GAVE PERMISSION FOR THIS ACTION! How do I get my data back on my computer and remove the shortcut. I have looked up solutions online and the One Drive online appears to have changed their webpage and I can't find the account settings suggested.

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OneDrive has hijacked my "Documents" folder

Hi Keegan,

To isolate your issue regarding with your data which is missing, we'd like to ask if your OneDrive files was synced with your computer before you uninstall it. If you experience data loss, we suggest that you login to your OneDrive.

• Login to www.onedrive.com.
• Click on the question mark icon on the upper right-hand corner of your screen.
• Select Email OneDrive Support.
• Fill out the box and include the following:

• Device/Time the files were seen.
• Folder/file names that went missing.
• Permission to view the OD Account History.

Let us know if you need further assistance.

 

Windows 10 - OneDrive

Right click on the app and one of the properties has an option to not automatically start it. Uncheck, restart the computer, and it should stop. If you want to go another step further, find the OneDrive app in the start menu, right click on it and uninstall.

If that is still insufficient, there is a batch uninstaller for OneDrive available online. I can copy the code here if you need it.

 

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....