Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com. How to remove? (Uninstall guide)
Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com is a browser hijacker which invades users machines without their consent
Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com is a fake search engine which can hijack[1] Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Safari or other browsers and modify its settings. This questionable application was developed by Polarity Technologies Ltd and is identical to Search.hmylocaltransit.co, Search.yourtransitinfonow.com, and many others.
Typically, browser hijackers have a specific theme to be appealing to users. Even though the shady app infiltrated the PC unnoticed, some users might consider keeping it as it offers the supposed superior browsing experience. In this case, Your Transit Info Now provides multiple quick access buttons to all-things-transport: maps, local transit timings, weather forecast, news, etc.
The main threat this dubious application poses is its rerouting tendencies. Your Transit Info Now hijack sets startup page to hxxp://search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com/; thus, going back to your preferred browser becomes impossible. This seized search engine then redirects victims to questionable domains. You can end up on malware-ridden or phishing[2] websites.
Generally speaking, the browser hijacker is created for:
- redirecting users to questionable sponsors’ websites,
- monitoring browsing habits,
- distributing a considerable amount of advertisements
- generating advertising-based revenue;
- stopping users from Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com removal.
Although PUPs are typically not as big of a threat as other malware, security experts from Viirused[3] warn that using such apps for a prolonged period might put user's privacy and computer at risk. So-called Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com virus might install third-party extensions that might spy on users, display malware-laden ads or redirect to phishing websites.
Lastly, do not forget that browser hijackers collect a considerable amount of non-personally identifiable information. Every website you check, every search query you type, all the links you click – all this is being constantly monitored. The collected data is precious as it allows to promote sponsored content.
Therefore, it is crucial not to click on any links after redirection. Just close down your browser, install a robust anti-virus program, like Reimage and perform a full system scan. This way, you will be able to removeSearch.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com and protect yourself from dangers the hijacker poses.
Click 'Start -> Control Panel -> Programs and Features' (if you are 'Windows XP' user, click on 'Add/Remove Programs').
If you are 'Windows 10 / Windows 8' user, then right-click in the lower left corner of the screen. Once 'Quick Access Menu' shows up, select 'Control Panel' and 'Uninstall a Program'.
Right click on each of suspicious entries and select 'Uninstall'
Right click on browsers' icon and select 'Properties'
Select 'Shortcut' tab and delete 'http://isearch.babylon.com...' or other suspicious URL
Cick 'Go' and select 'Applications'
Click on every malicious entry and select 'Move to Trash'
Click on menu icon and select 'Manage add-ons'
Right click on each of malicious entries and select 'Disable'
Delete malicious URL, enter your desired domain name and click 'Apply' to save changes
Go to 'Advanced' tab and click on 'Reset' button. Now select 'Delete personal settings' and click on 'Reset' button again
Go to Settings and select 'Choose what to clear'
Select 'Clear' button
Open the start menu and select 'Task Manager'
Right-click 'Microsoft Edge' and select 'Go to details'
Select 'More details' if 'Go to details' option fails to show up
Find Microsoft Edge entries and select 'End Task'
Go to Microsoft Edge folder on your computer, right-click every entry and click 'Delete'
Find Windows PowerShell, right-click it and select 'Run as administrator'
Copy and paste a required command and press 'Enter'
Click on menu icon and select 'Add-ons'
Select 'Extensions' and look for malicious entries. Click 'Remove' to get rid of each of them
When in 'General' tab, delete malicious URL from 'Home Page' section or click on 'Restore to Default' button. Click 'OK' to save changes
Click on menu icon and then on '?'. Select 'Troubleshooting Information'
Click on 'Reset Firefox' button for a couple of times
Click on menu icon. Select 'Tools' and 'Extensions'
Look for malicious entries and delete each of them by clicking on the Trash bin icon
After clicking on menu and 'Settings', select 'Set pages'
Click 'X' to remove malicious URLs
When in 'Settings', select 'Manage search engines...'
Click 'X' to remove malicious URLs
When in 'Settings', scroll down to 'Reset browser settings' button and click on it
Click on 'Reset' button to complete your removal
Click on 'Safari' and select 'Preferences'
Go to 'Extensions' and uninstall malicious add-ons
When in 'General', delete malicious URL and enter your desired domain name
Click on 'Safari' and select 'Reset Safari...'
Select all options and click on 'Reset' button
PUPs can invade your machine without giving much notice
Browser hijackers usually spread bundled with various free programs that you can download from the internet. Keep in mind that any freeware or shareware might contain third-party components which should be stopped from entering the system. In order to so, you have to follow these simple tips:
- Pick a legitimate software download source. Third-party websites might be contaminated with malware, or might trick you into installing utterly useless software;
- Before installing new software, check reviews online. Quite often, they reveal not-so-apparent features of the program;
- When installing freeware, never pick Recommended/Quick settings (despite developers recommendations). Instead, select Advanced/Custom mode and untick any pre-ticked check marks by suspicious add-ons, toolbars, search engines, etc.;
- Avoid websites of dubious content (adult, gambling, torrent, free online gaming sites, etc.);
- Finally, invest in robust security software and keep it up to date.
Eliminate Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com virus and all the associated files
You can remove Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com either by checking our detailed illustrated guide below or by downloading and installing a powerful anti-virus program. Both methods are viable; however, we do recommend the latter to simplify this procedure. After installing security software, update it and scan the system. Within a couple of minutes, the hijacker will be removed.
For those who want to attempt Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com removal without security software, please follow the instructions attentively in order not to overlook any of hijacker-related entries. Remember, in case this procedure is executed incorrectly, the virus will return as soon as the browser is restarted.
You can remove Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com automatically with a help of one of these programs: Reimage, Plumbytes Anti-MalwareWebroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus, Malwarebytes Anti Malware. We recommend these applications because they can easily delete potentially unwanted programs and viruses with all their files and registry entries that are related to them.
To remove Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com, follow these steps:
Remove Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com from Windows systems
Follow this guide if you want to eliminate Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com from your Windows OS:
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Click Start → Control Panel → Programs and Features (if you are Windows XP user, click on Add/Remove Programs).
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If you are Windows 10 / Windows 8 user, then right-click in the lower left corner of the screen. Once Quick Access Menu shows up, select Control Panel and Uninstall a Program.
- Uninstall Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com and related programs
Here, look for Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com or any other recently installed suspicious programs. -
Uninstall them and click OK to save these changes.
- Remove Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com from Windows shortcuts
Right click on the shortcut of Mozilla Firefox and select Properties. -
Go to Shortcut tab and look at the Target field. Delete malicious URL that is related to your virus.
Repeat steps that are given above with all browsers' shortcuts, including Internet Explorer and Google Chrome. Make sure you check all locations of these shortcuts, including Desktop, Start Menu and taskbar.
WindowsMac OS XInternet ExplorerMicrosoft EdgeFirefoxGoogle ChromeSafariEliminate Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com from Mac OS X system
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If you are using OS X, click Go button at the top left of the screen and select Applications.
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Wait until you see Applications folder and look for Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com or any other suspicious programs on it. Now right click on every of such entries and select Move to Trash.
Erase Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com from Internet Explorer (IE)
Reset Internet Explorer settings as soon as the threat is neutralized.
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Remove dangerous add-ons
Open Internet Explorer, click on the Gear icon (IE menu) on the top right corner of the browser and choose Manage Add-ons. -
You will see a Manage Add-ons window. Here, look for Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com and other suspicious plugins. Disable these entries by clicking Disable:
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Change your homepage if it was altered by virus:
Click on the gear icon (menu) on the top right corner of the browser and select Internet Options. Stay in General tab. -
Here, remove malicious URL and enter preferable domain name. Click Apply to save changes.
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Reset Internet Explorer
Click on the gear icon (menu) again and select Internet options. Go to Advanced tab. - Here, select Reset.
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When in the new window, check Delete personal settings and select Reset again to complete Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com removal.
Delete Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com from Microsoft Edge
Reset Microsoft Edge settings (Method 1):
- Launch Microsoft Edge app and click More (three dots at the top right corner of the screen).
- Click Settings to open more options.
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Once Settings window shows up, click Choose what to clear button under Clear browsing data option.
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Here, select all what you want to remove and click Clear.
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Now you should right-click on the Start button (Windows logo). Here, select Task Manager.
- When in Processes tab, search for Microsoft Edge.
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Right-click on it and choose Go to details option. If can’t see Go to details option, click More details and repeat previous steps.
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When Details tab shows up, find every entry with Microsoft Edge name in it. Right click on each of them and select End Task to end these entries.
Resetting Microsoft Edge browser (Method 2):
If Method 1 failed to help you, you need to use an advanced Edge reset method.
- Note: you need to backup your data before using this method.
- Find this folder on your computer:
C:\Users\%username%\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_8wekyb3d8bbwe. -
Select every entry which is saved on it and right click with your mouse. Then Delete option.
- Click the Start button (Windows logo) and type in window power in Search my stuff line.
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Right-click the Windows PowerShell entry and choose Run as administrator.
- Once Administrator: Windows PowerShell window shows up, paste this command line after PS C:\WINDOWS\system32> and press Enter:
Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers -Name Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml -Verbose}
Once these steps are finished, Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com should be removed from your Microsoft Edge browser.
WindowsMac OS XInternet ExplorerMicrosoft EdgeFirefoxGoogle ChromeSafariUninstall Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com from Mozilla Firefox (FF)
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Remove dangerous extensions
Open Mozilla Firefox, click on the menu icon (top right corner) and select Add-ons → Extensions. -
Here, select Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com and other questionable plugins. Click Remove to delete these entries.
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Change your homepage if it was altered by virus:
Click on the menu (top right corner), choose Options → General. - Here, delete malicious URL and enter preferable website or click Restore to default.
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Click OK to save these changes.
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Reset Mozilla Firefox
Click on the Firefox menu on the top left and click on the question mark. Here, choose Troubleshooting Information. -
Now you will see Reset Firefox to its default state message with Reset Firefox button. Click this button for several times and complete Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com removal.
Get rid of Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com from Google Chrome
Uninstall Your Transit Info Now and other browser extensions that are created by Polarity Technologies or other shady developers.
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Delete malicious plugins
Open Google Chrome, click on the menu icon (top right corner) and select Tools → Extensions. -
Here, select Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com and other malicious plugins and select trash icon to delete these entries.
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Change your homepage and default search engine if it was altered by your virus
Click on menu icon and choose Settings. -
Here, look for the Open a specific page or set of pages under On startup option and click on Set pages.
- Now you should see another window. Here, delete malicious search sites and enter the one that you want to use as your homepage.
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Click on menu icon again and choose Settings → Manage Search engines under the Search section.
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When in Search Engines..., remove malicious search sites. You should leave only Google or your preferred domain name.
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Reset Google Chrome
Click on menu icon on the top right of your Google Chrome and select Settings. -
Scroll down to the end of the page and click on Reset browser settings.
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Click Reset to confirm this action and complete Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com removal.
Remove Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com from Safari
- Remove dangerous extensions
Open Safari web browser and click on Safari in menu at the top left of the screen. Once you do this, select Preferences. -
Here, select Extensions and look for Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com or other suspicious entries. Click on the Uninstall button to get rid each of them.
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Change your homepage if it was altered by virus:
Open your Safari web browser and click on Safari in menu section. Here, select Preferences as it was displayed previously and select General. -
Here, look at the Homepage field. If it was altered by Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com, remove unwanted link and enter the one that you want to use for your searches. Remember to include the "http://" before typing in the address of the page.
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Reset Safari
Open Safari browser and click on Safari in menu section at the top left of the screen. Here, select Reset Safari.... -
Now you will see a detailed dialog window filled with reset options. All of those options are usually checked, but you can specify which of them you want to reset. Click the Reset button to complete Search.hyourtransitinfonowpop.com removal process.
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References
- ^ Jon Watson. Browser hijacking: What is it and how do you prevent and remove it. CompariTech. Tech compared and reviewed.
- ^ What is phishing? . PhishTank. Fights against phishing.
- ^ Viirused. Viirused. Estonian cybersecurity experts.