Speedomizer virus modifies browser settings without your permission

Speedomizer is recognized as a browser hijacker which secretly sets user’s homepage and other browser settings to http://feed.speedomizer.com. As a result, this fake search engine causes Yahoo redirects and displays query results. The primary goal of the hijacker is to generate pay-per-click[1] revenue from sponsored ads.
According to LesVirus.fr[2] experts, Speedomizer generates annoying advertisements which are displayed once the user performs his/hers search sessions. These ads are usually designed to look attractive and lure computer users into clicking on them. However, there is a possibility to get redirected to a highly suspicious website and infect your computer with malware.
Thus, we recommend you to remove feed.speedomizer.com virus as soon as you recognize its presence to avoid further computer threats. You can check the elimination instructions provided at the end of this article and quickly get rid of the browser hijacker.
Besides, be aware that Speedomizer collects information about your browsing habits — IP address, geolocation, browsing history, cookies and the information you directly provide in its search bar. In other terms, if you submit your credentials, you can let its developers to access it and use it for their needs. Thus, you should avoid using this shady program to protect not only your computer system but also your privacy and valuable information.
If it is not enough, we should warn you that Speedomizer removal process might become complicated. Developers programmed it to change browser's default settings to the fake search engine every time user decides to reset it to its previous stage. As a result, people are forced to use its services daily.
Speedomizer is assigned as a default:
- Homepage;
- New tab URL;
- Search engine.

Therefore, we suggest you to eliminate the hijacker and employ a reliable security software to get rid of it. Our top picks would be FortectIntego or MalwarebytesMalwarebytes since that instantly determine the source of the ad-supported program and eliminate it.
Be careful when installing free software
The standard distribution method used to spread the browser hijackers is known as bundling.[3] Developers hide the controversial program in the package of a regular app offered online. Thus, many people unwillingly install the hijacker while downloading third-party applications and let it hijack their browsers.
Due to this deceptive marketing method used to distribute Speedomizer, it is categorized as a potentially unwanted program (PUP). However, many disappointed computer users might call it a virus as well.
Tips to avoid potentially unwanted programs (PUPs):
- Use a professional anti-spyware software and don’t forget to keep it updated;
- Decline any offers to quickly install free apps — choose Custom or Advanced settings instead;
- Attentively monitor the installation procedure and check whether there are any pre-selected optional downloads. If there is, make sure to unmark them;
- Avoid clicking on promoted ads that might be displayed among your search results. Be aware that they might appear in the form of a banner, in-text or a pop-up.
Eliminate Speedomizer virus within seconds
Remember that manual Speedomizer removal might require time and patience. It is not easy to identify all plug-ins and browser extensions that may be related to the hijacker. Therefore, our team recommends using a reputable anti-malware program to get rid of the ad-supported app in seconds.
Download the security software from authorized developers using a direct link if possible and let it scan your system thoroughly.
However, if you accept the challenge to remove Speedomizer virus manually, you can find the elimination guide below. Just make sure to strictly follow the steps and clean your computer safely.
Uninstall from Windows
Uninstall from Windows 10/8:
- Type Control Panel into the Windows search box and open the result.
- Under Programs, select Uninstall a program.

Uninstall from Windows 7/XP:
- Click on Windows Start > Control Panel (Windows XP users should click on Add/Remove Programs).
- In Control Panel, select Programs > Uninstall a program.

Remove the unwanted program:
- In the Programs and Features window, look for any recently installed suspicious entries, select them, and click Uninstall.
- If User Account Control appears, click Yes to confirm, then complete the removal.

Delete from macOS
Remove the unwanted application:
- From the menu bar, select Go > Applications.
- In the Applications folder, look for any suspicious entries, then drag them to Trash (or right-click and pick Move to Trash).

Delete leftover files and folders:
- Select Go > Go to Folder.
- Enter /Library/Application Support and remove any suspicious folders related to the unwanted program.
- Repeat the same check in the /Library/LaunchAgents and /Library/LaunchDaemons folders, deleting any suspicious entries.

- Finally, empty the Trash to permanently remove the leftovers.
Reset Internet Explorer
Remove dangerous add-ons:
- 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.

Change your homepage if it was altered:
- Open IE and click on the Gear icon.
- Select Internet Options.
- In the General tab, delete the Home page address and replace it by your preferred one (for example, Google.com).
- Click Apply and then select OK.

Delete temporary files:
- Press on the Gear icon and select Internet Options.
- Under Browsing history, click Delete...
- Select relevant fields and press Delete.

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

Remove from Microsoft Edge
Delete unwanted extensions from MS Edge:
- Select Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and pick Extensions.
- From the list, pick the extension and click on the Gear icon.
- Click Remove.

Clear cookies and other browser data:
- Click on the Menu (three horizontal dots at the top-right of the browser window) and select Settings > Privacy, search, and services..
- Under Clear browsing data, pick Choose what to clear.
- Select Cookies and other site data and Cached images and files. (apart from passwords, although you might want to include Media licenses as well, if applicable) and click on Clear.

Restore new tab and homepage settings:
- Click the menu icon and choose Settings.
- Then find On startup section.
- Click Remove next to any suspicious startup page.
Reset MS Edge if the above steps did not work:
- Press on Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
- Click on More details arrow at the bottom of the window.
- Select Details tab.
- Now scroll down and locate every entry with Microsoft Edge name in it. Right-click on each of them and select End Task to stop MS Edge from running.

Instructions for Chromium-based Edge
Delete extensions from MS Edge (Chromium):
- Open Edge and click select Settings > Extensions.
- Delete unwanted extensions by clicking Remove.

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

Reset Chromium-based MS Edge:
- Click on Menu and select Settings.
- On the left side, pick Reset settings.
- Select Restore settings to their default values.
- Confirm with Reset.
- This will disable extensions and reset startup pages but will not delete bookmarks, saved passwords, or browsing history.

Remove from Mozilla Firefox (FF)
Remove dangerous extensions:
- Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click on the Menu (three horizontal lines at the top-right of the window).
- Select Add-ons.
- In here, select the unwanted extension and click Remove.

Reset the homepage:
- Click three horizontal lines at the top right corner to open the menu.
- Choose Settings.
- Under Home, set your preferred homepage and new tab settings.
Clear cookies and site data:
- Click Menu and pick Settings.
- Go to Privacy & Security section.
- Scroll down to locate Cookies and Site Data.
- Click on Clear Data...
- Select Cookies and Site Data and Temporary cached files and pages, then click Clear.

Reset Mozilla Firefox
If clearing the browser as explained above did not help, reset Mozilla Firefox:
- Open Mozilla Firefox browser and click the Menu.
- Go to Help and then choose Troubleshooting Information.

- Under Give Firefox a tune up section, click on Refresh Firefox...
- Once the pop-up shows up, confirm the action by pressing on Refresh Firefox.

Remove from Google Chrome
Delete malicious extensions from 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 suspicious extensions related to the unwanted program by clicking Remove.

Clear cache and web data from 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.

Change your homepage:
- Click menu and choose Settings.
- Look for a suspicious site in the On startup section.
- Click on Open a specific or set of pages and click on three dots to find the Remove option.
Reset Google Chrome:
If the previous methods did not help you, reset Google Chrome to eliminate all the unwanted components:
- Click on Menu and select Settings.
- In the Settings, scroll down and click Advanced.
- Scroll down and locate Reset and clean up section.
- Now click Restore settings to their original defaults.
- Confirm with Reset settings.

Delete from Safari
Remove dangerous extensions:
- Open Safari, click Safari in the menu at the top-left of the screen, and select Preferences.
- Go to the Extensions tab, look for any suspicious entries, and click Uninstall to remove them.

Clear history and website data:
- Click Safari in the menu and pick Clear History.
- Set Clear to all history and confirm with Clear History.

Reset Safari:
- Click Safari in the menu and select Preferences > Advanced.
- Enable Show Develop menu in menu bar.
- From the menu bar, click Develop and select Empty Caches.

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