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Can’t Remove MovieCenter Search? This page includes detailed MovieCenter Search Removal instructions!
MovieCenter Search is a browser extension that is not exactly what you were promised. The app was supposed to provide you with better browsing experience. Yet, what this app did was exactly the opposite. It ruined your browsing experience, didn’t it? Given enough time, the MovieCenter Search extension will turn your browsing experience into a nightmare. This application is classified as Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP). It was programmed with one purpose only — to generate ad revenue for its owners. To do so, the PUP uses aggressive marketing strategies. Upon installation, it takes over your browser. From this point on, everything displayed on your screen is first approved by the PUP. The MovieCenter Search utility blocks its competitors’ adverts and replaces them with its own. Additionally, the PUP injects extra advertisements on every website you visit. Do not expect an advert or two. No, the PUP will cover your screen in coupons, great deals, and discounts. The only great thing about these ads is their amount. Your browser will struggle to display any web page correctly. It may start to freeze and crash frequently. The MovieCenter Search utility is a heavy computer program. It consumes an enormous amount of computer resources. The more ads you see, the slower your computer will become. The malicious program may also cause some older machines to crash frequently. And this may lead to the dreaded Blue Screen of Death. Do leave it to chance. Remove the intruder now.
How did I get infected with MovieCenter Search?
The MovieCenter Search PUP uses deceptive techniques to reach its victims. What is common between all distribution method is you. All malware distribution methods rely on you and your carelessness. It doesn’t matter if we talk about torrents, freeware bundling or fake software updates, if you do not click that “accept” button, the malware cannot enter your PC. Be vigilant and careful. The MovieCenter Search utility has an official download. Yet, it is mainly distributed via software bundles. To avoid unwanted apps getting access to your PC, be always vigilant. Whenever you are installing a program, opt for suspicious signs. If you are offered a choice between a standard and an advanced installation method, always choose the advanced. Under the Advanced installation, you will be presented with a list of all extra programs that are about to be installed on your machine. Examine the list carefully. These third party tools are often malicious. So, research the apps online, and read the terms and conditions. If you spot anything out of the ordinary, abort the installation immediately. Also, keep in mind that you can deselect all extras and still install the program you originally planned to set up. This is your computer, you are in charge of what is being installed on it.
Why is MovieCenter Search dangerous?
The MovieCenter Search PUP is not a direct danger to your computer. Yet, if you let this program remain active, it may trigger some nasty, and potentially dangerous, changes to your machine. You already know that the PUP displays advertisements. What you don’t know is that these adverts are not verified. Anyone willing to spend some money can use the PUP to advertise. Hackers and people with questionable interests included. If you have the misfortune to click on a corrupted ad, you may infect your computer with more malware or even viruses. There, unfortunately, is no way to tell which adverts are corrupted and which are not. Even if you manage to dodge that bullet, the dangers behind the ads are not to be neglected. Do not waste your time clicking on these commercials. An unverified advert may arouse unwarranted expectations. You may end up paying more than you should or you may get scammed. Not clicking on ads, however, is a hard task. It’s almost impossible. The MovieCenter Search PUP is designed to generate clicks. It will lure you into clicking. First of all, you will be exposed to appealing adverts only. The PUP collects information about your online behavior and uses the data for better ad targeting. Second, to visit a sponsored page, you don’t need to click. The PUP will redirect your browser directly to promoted websites. Prepare to be introduced to numerous “great opportunities,” PC optimizer boosters, and financial programs. Do not trust a word you read. These pages are not verified. Your best course of action is the immediate removal of the MovieCenter PUP.
How Can I Remove MovieCenter Search?
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If you perform exactly the steps below you should be able to remove the MovieCenter Search infection. Please, follow the procedures in the exact order. Please, consider to print this guide or have another computer at your disposal. You will NOT need any USB sticks or CDs.
- Open your task Manager by pressing CTRL+SHIFT+ESC keys simultaneously
- Locate the process of MovieCenter Search.exe and kill it
- Open your windows registry editor by typing”regedit” in the windows search box
Navigate to (Depending on your OS version)
[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run] or
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run] or
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run]
and delete the display Name: MovieCenter Search
Simultaneously press the Windows Logo Button and then “R” to open the Run Command
Type “Appwiz.cpl”
Locate the MovieCenter Search program and click on uninstall/change. To facilitate the search you can sort the programs by date. Review the most recent installed programs first. In general you should remove all unknown programs.
Navigate to C:/Program Files and delete MovieCenter Search folder. Double check with any antimalware program for any leftovers. Keep your software up-to date!