Come rimuovere Search Marquis da Mac

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Search Marquis is a type of malware known as a browser hijacker. Once installed on your Mac, it alters your browser settings and redirects you to unwanted websites, often inundating you with ads and search results that can be misleading or intrusive. The primary goal of Search Marquis is to generate revenue through these redirects and advertisements.

How to Remove Search Marquis from Your Mac

Step 1: Quit Malicious Processes
  1. Aperto Monitoraggio dell'attività from the Applications > Utilities cartella.
  2. Look for any processes that seem unfamiliar or suspicious. Common names associated with Search Marquis include browser-related names or processes with random characters.
  3. Select these processes and click the X button in the upper-left corner to quit them.

Step 2: Remove Suspicious Applications
  1. Aperto Cercatore e andare al Applicazioni cartella.
  2. Look for any unfamiliar or suspicious applications. Search Marquis may install software with generic names or names similar to legitimate applications.
  3. Drag these suspicious applications to the Rifiuti. Be sure to empty the Trash afterward.

Passo 3: Rimuovere le estensioni del browser

For Safari:
  1. Aperto Safari e andare a Safari > Preferences.
  2. Fare clic sul pulsante Estensioni scheda.
  3. Look for any extensions that you do not recognize or that seem suspicious. Select them and click Disinstallare.

For Google Chrome:
  1. Aperto Google Chrome e andare a Chrome > Extensions.
  2. Remove any extensions that you don’t recognize by clicking the Rimuovere pulsante.

For Mozilla Firefox:
  1. Aperto Mozilla Firefox e andare a Firefox > Add-ons.
  2. Selezionare Estensioni on the left sidebar.
  3. Remove any unfamiliar or suspicious extensions by clicking the Rimuovere pulsante.

Step 4: Reset Browser Settings

For Safari:
  1. Aperto Safari e andare a Safari > Preferences.
  2. Fare clic sul pulsante Generale scheda.
  3. Change the Homepage to your preferred website.
  4. Vai al sito La privacy tab and click Gestire i dati del sito web, then click Remove All.

For Google Chrome:
  1. Aperto Google Chrome e andare a Impostazioni.
  2. Scorrere verso il basso e fare clic su Avanzato.
  3. Sotto Ripristino e pulizia, fare clic su Ripristino delle impostazioni predefinite e poi Ripristino delle impostazioni.

For Mozilla Firefox:
  1. Aperto Mozilla Firefox e andare a Impostazioni.
  2. Scroll down to Firefox Data Collection and Use.
  3. Cliccare Clear Data under Cookies and Site Data.
  4. Go back to Impostazioni and scroll down to Informazioni sulla risoluzione dei problemi.
  5. Cliccare Aggiornare Firefox e confermare.

Step 5: Remove Malicious Profiles
  1. Aperto Preferenze di sistema from the Apple menu.
  2. Fare clic su Profiles (if this option is available).
  3. Look for any profiles you do not recognize or that were installed recently. Select them and click the minus (-) button to remove them.

Step 6: Check and Remove Unwanted Login Items
  1. Aperto Preferenze di sistema e andare a Users & Groups.
  2. Select your user account and click on Login Items.
  3. Look for any items that seem unfamiliar or related to Search Marquis. Select them and click the minus (-) button to remove them.

How to Prevent Search Marquis from Being Installed

Utilizzate un software di sicurezza affidabile

Invest in a reputable antivirus or anti-malware program and keep it updated. These tools can help prevent malware from being installed and alert you to potential threats.

Avoid Suspicious Downloads

Only download software from trusted sources. Avoid downloading applications or files from unknown websites or through deceptive pop-ups.

Regularly Update macOS and Applications

Keep your macOS and all installed applications up-to-date. Software updates often include security patches that protect against the latest threats.

Be Cautious with Browser Extensions

Only install extensions from verified sources and be cautious when granting permissions to new extensions. Regularly review and manage your browser extensions to ensure they are all trustworthy.

Abilitare il firewall

Make sure your Mac’s firewall is turned on. You can find this option under System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Firewall. The firewall can help block unauthorized incoming connections.

By following these steps, you can effectively remove Search Marquis from your Mac and protect yourself from similar threats in the future.