Remove startfenster.de - how it works
If you find the website startfenster.de in your browser, it is adware. This practical tip shows you how to remove the troublemaker.
Step 1: Remove startfenster.de from Windows
Startfenster.de behaves like an ordinary adware. The software usually arrives on the computer by installing other free programs and then nests in the browser.
- Open the Control Panel and select the "Programs" category.
- Under "Programs and Features" you will now find a list of all installed programs.
- Sort the list by the installation date and look for the entry "Start window".
- Select it with the mouse and click on the "Uninstall" button at the top.
Step 2: delete startfenster.de from the browser
- AdwCleaner: Download the free software and start it without installation. Carry out a scan and then remove all finds.
- Browser links: Malicious code can also be hidden in the browser links. The quick check takes only a few seconds.
- Malwarebytes Malware Scanner: If you want to be on the safe side, you can perform an additional virus scan. However, this is not absolutely necessary to remove startfenster.de.
In the next practical tip, we will show you how to check individual files online for viruses.