Search1.me browser hijacker (virus) – Free Guide

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Search1.me

Search1.me is a browser hijacker that changes the main settings, like the homepage, new tab address, and search engine. Users are forced to use only selected channels for browsing which raises many user privacy and security concerns. Such apps can also read all the browsing history and track user activity.

Normally, browser plugins are meant to provide some kind of benefits that are not available on a default browser. People love add-ons that can block ads or automatically apply coupon codes for the biggest discounts while shopping online. However, downloading plugins from unsafe websites or not doing enough research can introduce problems.

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