Find.snav-web.com browser hijacker (Tutorial) - Chrome, Firefox, IE, Edge

What is Find.snav-web.com browser hijacker?

Find.snav-web.com is a redirect virus that changes browser settings to expose users to more ads

If you have noticed that your browser is constantly bringing you to the Find.snav-web.com address, it's likely because you have a potentially unwanted browser extension installed. One such extension known for this behavior is Bookmark Plus New Tab, which was most likely installed by you along with other applications from third-party websites.

After being installed on the system, users would notice that their homepages and new tab functions changed (it's no longer Google or whatever it was set to be before). After typing a search query, they would be redirected via several links, then ending up on a (most likely) legitimate search engine such as Google or Bing. However, the results would not be genuine, as they would show additional ads that otherwise would not be present.

Find.snav-web.com and the extension related to it are just one of thousands of potentially harmful apps that, despite their first innocent appearance, have the sole purpose of impairing users' browsing experiences and even jeopardizing their computer security. Please see the following sections of this post for further information about removing the app.

How did the hijacker enter my system?

The developers of the browser hijacker Find.snav-web.com rely heavily on their methods of promotion and distribution to gain popularity. Unfortunately, they use deceptive practices typical of many potentially unwanted programs.

Many users tend to download free software from third-party websites, unaware that these are common sources of malicious or unwanted applications. Often, users skip through the installation steps without reading the instructions, which allows additional components to be installed. This technique is known as software bundling.

To prevent this, you should always pay close attention during the installation process of any software from unofficial sources. Whenever possible, choose Advanced or Custom installation options and deselect any pre-ticked boxes. Be cautious of tricky elements like small print text or buttons that are hidden from plain view.

Additionally, it is wise to steer clear of software cracks and sites offering pirated software, as they often lead to infections with ransomware or other serious malware. This approach is not only illegal but also poses significant risks to your computer system. Pirated websites are unsafe and can cause substantial harm.

Potential dangers of a nuisance app

While browser hijackers like Find.snav-web.com are not as harmful as some other computer viruses, they should still be taken seriously, especially if they were installed unintentionally. The primary inconvenience they cause is altering how users browse the internet and use their search functions, as the results and links shown are often not genuine.

These added links are typically labeled as “ads” or similar at the top of the search results. Some users might click on these top results without realizing they are advertisements. Occasionally, these links can be misleading or incorrect.

Browser hijackers and other potentially unwanted programs often promote themselves as useful tools that offer “faster,” “improved,” or “safer” searches. These are misleading terms used to attract users' attention. In reality, these claims mean the search engine and results are modified to include more advertisements, increasing revenue through pay-per-click schemes.

In summary, although browser hijackers are usually not dangerous, they can greatly disrupt web browsing, especially if users are not vigilant. Additionally, most people do not appreciate dealing with more ads or being tracked by another third party.

Remove Bookmark Plus New Tab extension to stop Find.snav-web.com redirects

For years, browser hijackers have often appeared as extensions. While they are usually not hard to remove, they can be very irritating. In the past, toolbars were particularly problematic because they tracked excessive data and caused popup windows, and they also used persistence techniques that made removal difficult for users.

Unlike system-level programs that can add a toolbar to all browsers installed on a system, most browser extensions only affect the specific browser they are added to. Therefore, if Find.snav-web.com is hijacking your browser through an extension, removing it should be relatively simple.

Just click the Extensions button next to the settings menu and delete any suspicious extensions. If you can't find or access this button, you can always navigate through the browser settings to remove unwanted extensions.

Google Chrome

• Open Google Chrome, click on the Menu (three vertical dots at the top-right corner) and select More tools > Extensions.
• In the newly opened window, you will see all the installed extensions. Uninstall all the suspicious plugins that might be related to the unwanted program by clicking Remove.

Mozilla Firefox

• Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click on the Menu (three horizontal lines at the window's top-right).
• Select Add-ons.
• In here, select the unwanted plugin and click Remove.

MS Edge (Chromium)

• Open Edge and click select Settings > Extensions.
• Delete unwanted extensions by clicking Remove.

Safari

• Click Safari > Preferences…
• In the new window, pick Extensions.
• Select the unwanted extension and select Uninstall.

Internet Explorer

• Open Internet Explorer, click on the Gear icon (IE menu) on the top-right corner of the browser
• Pick Manage Add-ons.
• You will see a Manage Add-ons window. Here, look for suspicious plugins. Click on these entries and select Disable.

It's crucial to understand that potentially unwanted applications like Find.snav-web.com can be eliminated using powerful anti-malware tools such as SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner or Malwarebytes. Security software like these can effectively check if your system has any other dangerous programs installed, such as Trojans or rootkits. Additionally, antivirus software is excellent for safeguarding your system against incoming threats.

Removing traces

Even after you remove Find.snav-web.com from your browser, there are additional steps you should follow. As mentioned earlier, hijackers and other PUPs (potentially unwanted programs) can track data to display targeted ads. This includes collecting information like IP addresses, device/browser details, search queries, clicked links, and visited websites. This data can then be sold to third parties for profit.

To achieve this, potentially unwanted applications use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking tools stored on your device. Therefore, you should remove these residual files either by using FortectIntego or by performing the following steps manually:

Google Chrome

• Click on Menu and pick Settings.
• Under Privacy and security, select Clear browsing data.
• Select Browsing history, Cookies and other site data, as well as Cached images and files.
• Click Clear data.

Mozilla Firefox

• Click Menu and pick Options.
• Go to Privacy & Security section.
• Scroll down to locate Cookies and Site Data.
• Click on Clear Data…
• Select Cookies and Site Data, as well as Cached Web Content, and press Clear.

MS Edge (Chromium)

• Click on Menu and go to Settings.
• Select Privacy and services.
• Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
• Under Time range, pick All time.
• Select Clear now.

Safari

• Click Safari > Clear History…
• From the drop-down menu under Clear, pick all history.
• Confirm with Clear History.

Internet Explorer

• Click on the Gear icon > Internet options and select the Advanced tab.
• Select Reset.
• In the new window, check Delete personal settings and select Reset.