Remove Ixquick - Here's how
If the Ixquick toolbar suddenly appears in your browser, you can easily remove it. Ixquick.com is a reputable metasearch engine that disguises your IP address on the net, which is why a visit to the website has no harmful consequences for your computer.
Remove Ixquick toolbar from the browser
The following instructions will tell you how to delete extensions and plugins from your browser. Look for the Ixquick toolbar and then uninstall it.
- Firefox
- Google Chrome
- Internet Explorer
- Opera
- safari
- Alternatively, you can also use a program such as "Avast Browser Cleanup" to completely remove toolbars.
Change homepage and prevent redirection to Ixquick.com
If the Ixquick.com website appears every time you start your browser, you have to change the start page of your browser. We show you how to do this in these practical tips:
- Change homepage in Firefox
- Change homepage in Chrome
- Change start page in Internet Explorer
- Change homepage in Opera
- Change homepage in Safari
Check your computer for other malicious software
Even if Ixquick is not harmful in itself, other software may have infiltrated your computer. For safety reasons, you should therefore scan your PC for viruses.
- AdwCleaner: The AdwCleaner checks your system again for unwanted adware and removes it.
- Malwarebytes Anti-Malware: This tool detects other malware that may be hidden in your system.
More information about the Ixquick.com metasearch engine can be found in the next article. We will also show you how to surf the Internet safely with Avira browser protection.