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Why Does Yahoo Keep Opening In Chrome? How to Stop It
Scanning the PC for viruses helps to prevent browser hijacking
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Updated onAugust 20, 2024
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Sometimes Yahoo search acts like abrowser hijackerand forces itself as the default search engine in Chrome. In this piece, we’ll explain why it happens and how to fix it.
This usually happens when malware infects your computer or when a program or browser extension changes your default search engine without your knowledge.
More details about common causes, below. But first, let’s fix it:
How do I stop Yahoo from hijacking my browser?
1. How to get rid of Yahoo search using Settings
The easiest method to get rid of Yahoo search from your Chrome browser is to manually remove it from your Search Engines Settings.
Through Settings, you can configure which engines you want to set as default and which to delete.
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Launch Google Chrome on your PC.
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Paste the following path in the address bar:chrome://settings/searchEngines
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HitEnterto open theSettingsmenu.
4.Now, click on the ellipsis next toYahoo, and selectDeletefrom the menu.
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A confirmation prompt will appear. SelectDeleteagain.
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Relaunch the browser and check if Yahoo keeps replacing Google as the search engine.
2. Run a malware scan to remove Yahoo Search from Chrome
This problem may be caused by theSearch.yahoo.com redirect virusor theYahoo redirect virusfor short.
It is a browser hijacker that will change the search engine to Yahoo Search every time you look for a keyword in the address bar.
We recommend you install an antivirus for reliable security against hijackers.
For this task,ESET HOME Security Essentialis an excellent choice. This is a robust security solution, it comes with a deeper and more comprehensive scan feature compared to the Windows default software.
Plus, with this tool, you will also have access to more advanced features, like real-time scanning, a powerful firewall, a ransomware shield, and many more.
ESET HOME Security Essential
3. Reset Chrome
Some users have confirmed that turning extensions off fixes browsers that redirect to Yahoo search. Users can manually turn off their installed extensions.
However, resetting browsers will either disable or uninstall all extensions and restore their original settings. Therefore, that’s probably a better way to fix browser search redirects.
4. Uninstall recently added programs
Once done, the problem should be resolved, and Yahoo would no more become the search engine. Also, you may use aneffective uninstaller toolto completely remove the software causing the trouble since these delete all associated files.
One user also suggested checking if you have theGoogle Legacy Browser Supportinstalled and then removing it. That will also solve the problem, so try it out.
How to get rid of Yahoo Search on Mac?
This solution applies to Safari, the default Mac browser but if you’re using a different browser, you may change the homepage by following similar steps.
Why does Yahoo keep opening in Chrome?
If you haven’t set Yahoo search, your computer is likelyinfected with malwarethat’s changing the default search engine. It could be a program or an extension installed on the browser.
Generally, the malware doesn’t cause much harm but changing the default search engine every time can be frustrating. Also, the malware might collect critical data, which would invade privacy.
So, it’s best that you get rid of the malware and Yahoo Search using the methods listed in the next section.
What are the common iterations of Yahoo Search replacing Google?
Many of our readers are asking some questions about Yahoo Search replacing Google Search in Windows 10, 11, and Mac on their browsers.
So, don’t worry, we have answers and solutions in our guide if you are having one of these issues:
Wrapping up
If you were wondering how to get rid of Yahoo Search in Chrome The resolutions above will probably eliminate most Yahoo hijackers from your browser.
Then users can browse with the default search engines they originally selected. Also, find out how toremove Bing from Chrome.
If the above solutions helped or if you have any other suggestions we should add to our article, please comment below.
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Matthew Adams
Windows Hardware Expert
Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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