Remove Dosearches - Here's how
If DoSearches.com appears in your browser as the start page, it is a browser hijacker that you should remove. The program itself does not harm your computer. However, you shouldn't trust the search engine. Unwanted website redirects and a slowdown of the computer can result from the use. We'll show you how to delete the tool.
Uninstall DoSearches
- DoSearches is usually installed with other, not quite serious programs. You should therefore first delete the program from your system. In this practical tip, we explain how this works under your Windows version.
- Look for the entry "DoSearches". If the program is uninstalled, the remains usually have to be removed from the browser. Depending on the browser, follow the instructions below.
- For security reasons, have your system scanned for remains by your virus protection or a program such as Malwarebytes Anti-Malware.
Google Chrome: Remove DoSearches
- Click on the menu button at the top right and select the "Settings" that open in a new tab.
- Under the category "At start" you will find the blue link "Set pages" to the right of the lowest point "Open a specific page or pages" (see picture).
- Delete "DoSearches.com" here and enter "Google.de" for example. Confirm the change by clicking "OK".
- Switch to "Extensions" in the menu on the left. Find "DoSearches" here, click on the garbage can to the right of the entry and confirm your decision.
Firefox: Delete DoSearches
- Click on the orange "Firefox" button at the top left and select the "Add-Ons" from the menu on the right.
- Go to the "Extensions" on the left and search for "DoSearches". If the program is still available, click on the "Uninstall" button on the right.
- Click again on the orange "Firefox" button and on the right on the "Settings".
- A new window opens in which you can set a new start page such as "google.de" under the "General" tab.
Internet Explorer: Uninstall DoSearches
- Click on the gear icon in the top right corner and select "Manage add-ons".
- Look for "DoSearches" under the categories "Toolbars and Extensions" and "Search Provider" and click on the "Remove" button.
- Now close the window and click the gear icon again in the top right corner. Select the "Internet options" here.
- You can now set a new start page under the "General" tab and save your selection with "OK".
