Browser homepage changed to something you didn't set
An app or website you visited installed an unwanted extension or changed your browser settings. Change it back in your browser settings right now, then check if you have any unfamiliar extensions. Removing those stops it from happening again.
When you visit the wrong website or install something bundled with another app, it can change your browser's homepage without asking. This is annoying but not dangerous on its own. We'll change it back to what you want, then remove whatever caused it so it stops happening again.
- ✓Check what the unwanted homepage is and whether you recognize it
- ✓Make sure the problem happens in all your browser windows or just some
- ✓Check your browser's extensions or add-ons to check that there are any you don't recognize
Fix-IT-Bot will walk you through each step, just tap, no typing needed.
Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Clicking Remove without double-checking which extension you're removing. Be careful and go slowly
- Not restarting the browser after removing extensions. Close it completely and reopen it to see the change
- Thinking the problem is the website's fault. It's an unwanted extension or installed software
Signs you need professional help
- If you've removed extensions and scanned for malware but the homepage still changes back, or if you're not sure which extensions are safe to remove, get in touch and we'll help you clean this up.
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