Remove Quick Start NewTab
If the adware Quick Start NewTab appears in your browser, you should remove it immediately. It is not a virus, but it is annoying adware. We'll show you how to get rid of them.
- Uninstall a program: Open the Control Panel and sort the list of installed programs by the installation date. Remove all unknown new entries here. You can find detailed instructions in the practical tip "Uninstalling Windows programs".
- AdwCleaner: The free AdwCleaner also searches for and removes the last remains of the adware. Carry out a scan and delete all finds.
- Malwarebytes Anti-Malware: Your system may be infected with other malware. This free virus scanner is considered extremely reliable.
Step 2: Remove QuickStart NewTab from the browser
If QuickStart NewTab is still in your browser, reset it completely. Follow the instructions below even if you are not currently using the browser.
- Reset Google Chrome
- Reset Mozilla Firefox
- Reset Internet Explorer
- Reset Opera
- Reset Safari
Step 3: clean up browser link
- Finally, you should definitely check the links in your browser. Unwanted remnants of the adware can also be found here.
- We have provided detailed instructions on this on the next page.
In the next practical tip, we will show you how to check individual files online for viruses.