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Can’t Remove Search My Tabs? This page includes detailed Search My Tabs Removal instructions!
Often times we find yourself stuck in the middle of intensive online research. With so many tabs opened in the browser, you cannot simply find that tab you need. We know the struggle. We also know that the “Search My Tabs” extension will not help. This program is classified as Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP). Despite the name of the app’s category, there is nothing potential in your situation. You are in trouble. This program is intrusive and dangerous. You should not keep it. This utility uses aggressive and misleading marketing strategies to turn you from a visitor into a customer. Upon installation, the “Search My Tabs” PUP infects all installed web browsers. From this point onward, every banner, every browser redirection, every pop-up, every commercial is provided by the PUP. This malicious utility blocks its competitors’ content and replaces it with its own. Additionally, it injects banners, in-text adverts and hyperlinks on every web page you open. You will hate it. The “Search My Tabs” PUP will ruin your browsing experience. What is worse, with every passing day, the furtive app will become more and more aggressive. It will cause your browser to freeze and crash frequently. Some older machines may also experience system crashes. And this, as we all know, leads to data loss and a lot of frustration. Do not put up with this parasite. You can remove it relatively easily. Provided you act promptly, of course. For detailed manual removal instructions, please, scroll down to our detailed guide. If you prefer automated solutions, download a trustworthy anti-virus app.
How did I get infected with Search My Tabs?
The “Search My Tabs” PUP is a menace. It uses stealth installation and trickery to slither into its victims’ devices. Yet, there is a catch. All these in the world will fail if you are a bit more vigilant. “Search My Tabs” relies on your carelessness. It travels hidden in software bundles, torrents, and spam emails. Be vigilant. You can keep your machine clean. Whenever you are installing a program, opt for the Advanced option in the Setup Wizard. Under it you will be presented with a list of all extras that are about to be installed. Examine this list carefully. These third-party apps are often malicious. Take your time to read the Terms and Conditions/EULA. You can also research the apps online. Install only the programs you trust. Bear in mind that you can deselect all extras and still install the program you originally planned to set up.
Why is Search My Tabs dangerous?
The “Search My Tabs” PUP should be removed upon detection. This program cannot be beneficial to you. On the contrary, it is a giant hole in your security wall. This app exposes its users to numerous unverified commercials. Anyone willing to spend some money can use the PUP to promote. Hackers often take advantage of such applications. They use them to spread corrupted content. One click on a malicious ad is all it takes for a virus to be downloaded. There, of course, is no way to tell which commercials are corrupted and which are not. Avoiding clicking on adverts is not an option. The “Search My Tabs” PUP is designed to generate clicks. At the most unexpected times, the app will open pop-ups right under the cursor of your mouse. And thus, trick you into clicking unintentionally. In fact, there is no need for you to do anything. The “Search My Tabs” PUP can redirect you to infected websites. As risky as these issues are, they can be considered minor compared to what the PUP does behind your back. This furtive utility is never idle. It lurks in the shadows and collects data about you. The “Search My Tabs” utility tracks your browser related data. It uses the information for better ad-targeting. However, personally identifiable data and on the sensitive information may also get recorded. This information will not be used for marketing purposes only. The PUP will make it available for sale to third parties. There are many interested buyers. They range from desperate marketing agents to dangerous hackers. Keeping the PUP on board is not worth the risk. Luckily, there is no need to put up with this program. You can remove it completely. Do it! The sooner, the better!
How Can I Remove Search My Tabs?
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If you perform exactly the steps below you should be able to remove the Search My Tabs 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 Search My Tabs.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: Search My Tabs
Simultaneously press the Windows Logo Button and then “R” to open the Run Command
Type “Appwiz.cpl”
Locate the Search My Tabs 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 Search My Tabs folder. Double check with any antimalware program for any leftovers. Keep your software up-to date!