Websearch.search-plaza.info Removal Guide

There is a group of browser hijackers that get distributed bundled with freeware applications, and users often do not realize they install potentially dangerous application. Websearch.search-plaza.info is one of those infections that slither into your system accidentally, and the next thing you know, your default homepage and search engine are modified. Needless to say, you should never perform a web search via Websearch.search-plaza.info because all your browsing history will be tracked. Run a full system scan with a licensed antispyware application and remove Websearch.search-plaza.info from your browser completely by restoring your browser settings to default.

Needless to say, there is no direct download link for this browser hijacker. Our security researchers say that Websearch.search-plaza.info employs only one distribution method. The hijacker’s installer file comes with bundles. The most common installer file that spreads Websearch.search-plaza.info around the web is often downloaded with fake Flash or Java app updates. It is easy to get exposed to these fake websites and pages if you click ads on file sharing and torrent websites. This simply shows how important it is to download updates only from official websites; otherwise there is a good chance that you will be exposed to a variety of potentially unwanted and even dangerous applications.

Thus, aside from being a computer infection, Websearch.search-plaza.info also functions like a dead give-away that you need to take care of many unwanted programs as well. Also, you should avoid searching the web via Websearch.search-plaza.info because every single keyword you enter will be recorded, and you will be displayed commercial ads that are related to your most recent searches. It should be pointed out that the browser hijacker is not responsible for the ad content, so if cyber criminals want to make use of this browser hijacker to promote their malicious content, no one’s stopping them.

Therefore, you need to take your computer security seriously and remove Websearch.search-plaza.info from the system immediately. This browser hijacker does not have an entry on the list of installed programs, so you will have to restore your browser settings manually. Afterwards, use the SpyHunter free scanner to scan your computer, as you need to determine what programs must be removed from the system. These additional unwanted programs may not restore Websearch.search-plaza.info or cause any great harm, but it is crucial that your computer is secured against similar intruders.

If you have any further questions on how to ensure your system’s stability, you can always leave us a comment below. Finally, do not hesitate to acquire a licensed antispyware tool that will protect your system from harm.

How to restore browser settings

Internet Explorer

1. Press Alt+T and click Internet options.
2. Open Advanced tab and click Reset.
3. Mark Delete personal settings and press Reset.
4. Click Close.

Mozilla Firefox

1. Press Alt+H and click Troubleshooting information.
2. Click Reset Firefox on a new tab.
3. Press Reset Firefox on a pop-up box.
4. Click Finish.

Google Chrome

1. Press Alt+F and click Settings.
2. Scroll down to the bottom and click Show advanced settings.
3. Scroll down and select Reset browser settings.
4. Click Reset on a confirmation box.