Remove Search Terms: How to get rid of the spyware
If you find the "Search Terms" spyware on your computer, you should remove the tool directly from your computer. We'll show you how it's done.
Instructions: Uninstall Search Terms
The "Search Terms" spyware usually gets onto your computer by installing free software. The tool collects various personal data on your computer - but what it is used for is unclear.
- Open the Control Panel and select the "Programs" item below.
- Search for the entry "Search Terms" here and select it with the mouse.
- Click on the "Uninstall" button above and follow the further instructions.
Remove Search Terms from Windows
In order for the last remnants of the adware to disappear, a few clicks have to be done.
- AdwCleaner: The tool is completely free and requires no installation. Start AdwCleaner, run the short scan and then remove all finds.
- Malwarebytes Anti-Malware: If you want to be on the safe side or if search terms have not yet been successfully removed, a virus scanner will help. This program is free and is considered extremely reliable.
Search Terms: Check browser links
- The spyware can also be hidden in the shortcuts of your browser. Malicious code can easily change browser settings.
- For this reason, you should also clean up the browser shortcuts. The process only takes a few seconds.