How to Remove Conduit Search

Conduit Search is potentially unwanted software (PUP) that can redirect your browser queries to third-party sites, change your homepage, and use various methods to display ads. It often installs itself along with free programs downloaded from the internet, interfering with your browsing experience. This guide will explain how to remove Conduit Search and restore your browser settings.

Step 1: Remove Conduit Search via Control Panel

The first step is to try removing Conduit Search using standard Windows tools:

  1. Open the Control Panel (via the Start menu).
  2. Go to Programs and Features.
  3. Look for any suspicious programs related to Conduit, then click Uninstall.

After this, restart your computer to make sure the program is fully removed.

Step 2: Reset Browser Settings

Conduit Search often alters browser settings, so resetting your browser can help remove all traces of the program:

For Google Chrome:

  1. Open Chrome and go to Settings.
  2. Navigate to the Reset and clean up section.
  3. Select Restore settings to their original defaults.

For Mozilla Firefox:

  1. Open Firefox, then click Help in the menu.
  2. Select Troubleshooting Information.
  3. Click Refresh Firefox to restore default settings.

Step 3: Use Antivirus Software

To ensure Conduit Search is completely removed and check for other potential threats, use antivirus software:

  1. If you don’t already have one, download reliable antivirus software. Popular options include Malwarebytes and Bitdefender.
  2. Run a full system scan.
  3. Delete any detected threats and restart your computer to complete the process.

Step 4: Check Browser Extensions

Conduit Search might also install itself as a browser extension, making it harder to remove:

  1. Open your browser’s settings and go to the Extensions section.
  2. Locate any suspicious extensions and remove them.