Remove Search Engage extension Immediately In Simple Method

 

I have detected Search Engage extension in my Google Chrome. When I start surfing, it misleads my search results to an unknown page which looks like a search engine. I was filled with floods of warning alerts and promotional ads. Clicking anywhere on the links opens several unwanted tabs in the browser which is difficult to close manually. It is becoming almost impossible for me to perform a single activity on my system. Can you please tell me why I am facing such troubles? How can I remove Search Engage extension completely from my browser?

Search Engage extension

Search Engage extension is considered as potentially unwanted program which can install itself in the Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, IE, Microsoft Edge etc. Generally, it uses bundling method to invade in the PC and carries ability to hide itself internally. Search Engage extension claims to help the users in their surfing session and provides a search bar. You should know that when you will use the site for searching purpose then it will mislead you to the suspicious pages of the third parties. Your screen will be filled with floods of pop ups, advertisements, warning alerts, banner ads etc. It allows the users to download free softwares, videos, music files etc. You will also find direct link to install the programs. Do not click on any links provided by Search Engage extension because it will allow bundles of harmful threats to invade in the system. So, try to uninstall it immediately after detection.

Search Engage extension only tries to increase the network traffic of the third parties. It is also capable to record your surfing history or cookies to know your personal interest. Using the previous records, it will display related advertisements. It tries to gain more clicks on its ads in order to help its creators for earning illegal profits. Without your knowledge, it will also keep its eyes on your online session and records all the basic details which you type while making any payments. It have capability to share your data with the remote hackers will illegal aim. Thus, if you want to protect the system then don't make any delay in uninstalling Search Engage extension completely.

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How to Uninstall Search Engage extension from Compromised System

Step:1 First of all, Reboot your PC in Safe Mode to make it safe from Search Engage extension

(this Guide illustrates how to restart Windows in Safe Mode in all versions.)

 

Step:2 Now you need to View all Hidden Files and Folders that exist on different drives

Step:3 Uninstall Search Engage extension from Control Panel

  • Press Start Key + R together and Type appwiz.cpl
  • appwiz

  • Now Press on OK
  • This will Open the Control Panel. Now look for Search Engage extension or any other Suspicious program
  • once found, Uninstall Search Engage extension ASAP
  • Step:4 How to Remove Search Engage extension from Startup Items

  • To Go to Startup Area, Click on Start Key + R
  • Type msconfig in the search area and click on Enter. A window will pop-out
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  • In the Startup area, look for any suspicious Search Engage extension entries or that are from Unknown Manufacturers
  • (This is an important step and users are advised to monitor all items carefully over here before proceeding further.)
  • Step:5 How to Remove Search Engage extension from Localhost Files

  • Click on Start Key + R in Combination. Copy and Paste to Open hosts File
  • notepad %windir%/system32/Drivers/etc/hosts
  • Soon, you will get a list of suspicious IP’s in the bottom of the screen
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  • this is quite helpful in knowing if your browser has been hacked
  • Steps 6: How to Remove Search Engage extension and Block Pop-ups on Browsers

    How to Remove Search Engage extension from IE

    Open IE and Click on Tools. Now Select Manage add-ons
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    In the pane, under Toolbars and Extensions, Choose the Search Engage extension extensions which is to be deleted

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  • Now Click on Remove or Disable Option.
  • Press Tool button and Select Internet Option
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  • This will lead you to the Tab, now Select Privacy Tab, Turn on Pop-up blocker by clicking on it.
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    How to Uninstall Search Engage extension from Google Chrome

  • Google Chrome is to be Opened
  • Now Click on menu present at the top right corner
  • Choose Tools >> Extensions
  • Select Search Engage extension related Extensions and now Click on Trash icon to remove Search Engage extension
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  • Under Advanced Settings Option, Enable Do not allow any Site to Show pop-ups. Click on Ok to apply it.
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    How to Block Search Engage extension on Mozilla FF

  • Select and Open Mozilla FF, Select Search Engage extension or other Add-ons by clicking on Menu button
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  • In the Add-ons Manager, Select the extension related to Search Engage extension.
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  • Now Click on Remove to delete Search Engage extension permanently
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  • Also Select and Check mark “Block Pop-up Windows” under po-ups in the Content Tab
  • How to Get Rid of Search Engage extension on Edge on Win 10

  • First of all Open MS Edge and Click on “More actions(…)” link
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  • Now Select and Click on Settings In Menu under “More Actions”
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  • Under Settings, screen click on View Advanced Settings button
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  • In Advanced Settings, turn on Block pop-ups by toggling button to ON
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    Following the above Manual Steps will be effective in blocking Search Engage extension. However, if you are unable to accomplish these steps, click the button given below to scan your PC

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    Don’t forget to given your feedback or submit any question if you have any doubt regarding Search Engage extension or its removal process

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