How to remove FindClix browser hijacker

FindClix is a questionable browser extension, classified as a browser hijacker. Once installed, it will hijack the browser and make unwanted changes to a browser’s settings. The hijacker promotes a questionable search engine findflarex.com that will insert sponsored content into search results. These types of infections aim to redirect users to certain websites to generate revenue.

 

 

Browser hijackers are immediately obvious infections because they make unwanted changes to the browser’s settings. FindClix browser hijacker will immediately change your homepage, new tabs, and search engine to findflarex.com. Once these changes have been made, all your searches will generate results via findflarex.com, a dubious search engine. These changes can affect all popular browsers, including Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. You will also not be able to undo these changes while the hijacker is installed because the hijacker will just make them again. The only way to reverse the changes is to remove FindClix browser hijacker from your computer.

While browser hijackers are not directly dangerous, they are very annoying to deal with. It’s also worth mentioning that they can redirect to questionable or even dangerous websites. Search results generated by the search engine this hijacker is pushing will include sponsored results. These results will lead to questionable websites, which could be concealing malware or promoting various scams. If you notice that your search results are generated by an unknown search engine, do not click on the results, particularly the sponsored ones.

Browser hijackers have intrusive data collection practices and can collect a lot of sensitive data. Hijackers can track your browsing and collect information like what sites you visit, what you search for, IP addresses, etc. The information can also be shared with other unknown parties. There’s no reason to put up with any kind of data collection from an infection like FindClix browser hijacker, considering it’s a completely useless extension. The sooner you remove FindClix browser hijacker, the better. Using anti-virus software is recommended.

FindClix may have been advertised as a useful browser extension on some free download websites. It’s also possible that FindClix browser hijacker is being distributed using the software bundling method. This method of installation allows programs to be installed without explicit permission.

How did FindClix install on your computer?

Infections like browser hijackers are added to free programs as extra offers. This is known as software bundling, and this method is quite controversial. The way it works, adware and browser hijackers are added to popular free programs and set to install alongside without needing explicit permission. The offers are technically optional but must be manually deselected during installation to stop them from installing. The offers are hidden in settings users don’t normally use, which means the offers go unnoticed in many cases.

If you want to avoid installing infections like browser hijackers, pay attention when installing programs. Specifically, choose Advanced (Custom) settings when given the option during installation. The installation window will recommend using Default (Basic) settings but keep in mind that if you use them, all added offers will be permitted to install alongside the programs. However, if you opt for Advanced settings, all added offers will be made visible, and you will be given the option to deselect the ones you do not want. It’s always recommended to deselect all added offers, even if they initially seem useful. Allowing these installations will only fill your computer with junk programs.

Browser hijackers like FindClix are also advertised on free program download sites as useful extensions. Infections like this are why it’s necessary to research programs before installing them. It’s often enough to use a search engine to look into it. If the search results show a program has questionable features, it should not be installed.

How to remove FindClix browser hijacker

Browser hijackers are not serious infections so you can remove FindClix browser hijacker manually. However, we recommend using an anti-virus program like WiperSoft to delete FindClix browser hijacker because it would be easier. Browser hijackers can be persistent infections so it’s easier to deal with them using an anti-virus program. Once the infection has been removed, you will be able to go back to normal browsing. You will also be free to change your browser’s settings however you want.