Uninstall Search Tools v2 extension Immediately

 

I have detected Search Tools v2 extension in my Google Chrome browser. When I clicked on it, an unknown page appeared on the screen which was allowing me to search on the web or ask any question. I am quite confused when I haven't installed it then how it available in my PC? The most surprising part is that I am unable to uninstall it from the Control Panel. Due to Search Tools v2 extension, I am unable to open any other legitimate domain. Please suggest me effective idea to uninstall Search Tools v2 extension permanently from my browser. Any help would be highly appreciated!

Search Tools v2 extension

Search Tools v2 extension is deemed as an unwanted program which can automatically install itself in all the web browsers of the system such as Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge etc. Search Tools v2 extension is capable to misguide the users to unauthorized pages of the third parties and claims to help them in searching on the web. It can modify the homepage settings of the compromised PC and does not allow the users to open legitimate or bookmarked pages. You will be completely annoyed with the fake alerts or notifications which will appear on the screen and ask you to download the free wares. Moreover, it can open lots of new tabs and crashes the browser at some intervals. Sometimes, you will need to reboot the system to work normally. Hence, you should not ignore Search Tools v2 extension for long time if it is available in your browser.

Presence of Search Tools v2 extension can also result dangerous for the users identity. It is created by the cyber crooks in such a way which is capable to record the sensitive details of the users, surfing history, cookies, Geo-location etc and bypass them to the remote servers. It is also possible that it can install lots of harmful threats in the system when you download any free software, videos or even click on its suspicious links. It is also capable to modify the registry entries with the fake codes. Even updated security program will also gets failed due to its powerful impacts. System will take long time in booting process due to sluggish speed. Therefore, if you don't want to face these critical situations with your system then remove Search Tools v2 extension immediately after detection.

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How to Uninstall Search Tools v2 extension from Compromised System

Step:1 First of all, Reboot your PC in Safe Mode to make it safe from Search Tools v2 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 Tools v2 extension from Control Panel

  • Press Start Key + R together and Type appwiz.cpl
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  • Now Press on OK
  • This will Open the Control Panel. Now look for Search Tools v2 extension or any other Suspicious program
  • once found, Uninstall Search Tools v2 extension ASAP
  • Step:4 How to Remove Search Tools v2 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 Tools v2 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 Tools v2 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 Tools v2 extension and Block Pop-ups on Browsers

    How to Remove Search Tools v2 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 Tools v2 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 Tools v2 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 Tools v2 extension related Extensions and now Click on Trash icon to remove Search Tools v2 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 Tools v2 extension on Mozilla FF

  • Select and Open Mozilla FF, Select Search Tools v2 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 Tools v2 extension.
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  • Now Click on Remove to delete Search Tools v2 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 Tools v2 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 Tools v2 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 Tools v2 extension or its removal process

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