How to get rid of software causing redirects to search.borderov.com
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is search.borderov.com?
search.borderov.com is a fake search engine identical to search.parazipper.com, search.gilpierro.com, search.teritwoo.com, and many others.
By offering improved results, search.borderov.com attempts to give the impression of legitimacy, however, developers promote this site using a browser hijacker called Borderov, which infiltrates systems without permission and stealthily modifies browser settings.
Furthermore, search.borderov.com and Borderov continually record information relating to web browsing activity.
Search.borderov.com overview
Borderov targets popular web browsers including Safari, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome. After successful infiltration, Borderov assigns the homepage, default search engine, and new tab URL options to search.borderov.com. These changes may seem significant, however, users are unable to revert them.
Research shows that Borderov continues to reassign browser options when attempts are made to change them. Therefore, unless this browser hijacker is uninstalled, returning browsers to their previous states becomes impossible and users are encouraged to visit search.borderov.com when they open a new browser tab or search via the URL bar.
This significantly diminishes the web browsing experience. In addition, search.borderov.com and Borderov record information relating to web browsing activity. Collected data often includes personal information that is shared with third parties (potentially, cyber criminals).
These people generate revenue by misusing private information. Therefore, data tracking might lead to serious privacy issues or even identity theft. If you encounter redirects to search.borderov.com, immediately remove the Borderov browser hijacker and never return to this website.
| Name | Borderov browser hijacker |
| Threat Type | Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Symptoms | Your Mac became slower than normal, you see unwanted pop-up ads, you get redirected to shady websites. |
| Distribution methods | Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake flash player installers, torrent file downloads. |
| Damage | Internet browsing tracking (potential privacy issues), displaying of unwanted ads, redirects to shady websites, loss of private information. |
| Malware Removal (Mac) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your Mac with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
Fake search engines and browser hijackers in general
As mentioned above, search.borderov.com is virtually identical to a number of other fake search engines. In fact, all existing fraudulent search engines are very similar. Most offer improved results and (in some cases) other "useful features" (quick access to popular websites, local weather forecasts, and so on), however, these claims are merely attempts to give the impression of legitimacy.
The only purpose of all fake search engines and browser hijackers is to generate revenue for the developers. Rather than giving any real value for regular users, they diminish the browsing experience and pose a direct threat to your privacy and web browsing safety.
We have analyzed countless samples of browser-hijacking software; Bar1 New Tab, OriginType, PlatformDeploy, and MainSearchAdvise are merely some of our latest finds.
How did search.borderov.com install on my computer?
Borderov has an official promotion website, however, it often infiltrates systems without permission, since developers often proliferate it using the "bundling" method - stealth installation of third party applications with regular software/apps. Developers do not adequately disclose installation of unwanted apps.
Therefore, all are concealed within various sections (usually "Custom" or "Advanced" settings) of the download/installation processes. Furthermore, many users often rush these procedures and skip steps. In doing so, they expose their systems to risk of various infections compromise their privacy.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
To prevent this situation, be very cautious when browsing the internet and downloading/installing software. Carefully analyze each download/installation step and opt-out of additionally-included programs. You are advised to download software from official sources only, using direct download links.
Unwanted apps are also distributed via intrusive ads that redirect to malicious sites and execute scripts designed to download/install rogue programs. Therefore, if you encounter ads that redirect to dubious websites, immediately delete all suspicious applications and browser plug-ins.
The main reasons for computer infections are poor knowledge and careless behavior - the key to safety is caution. If your computer is already infected with browser hijackers, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate them.
Deceptive application installer promoting Borderov browser hijacker:
Website promoting search.borderov.com:
Borderov browser hijacker extension in Safari web browser:
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Quick menu:
- What is search.borderov.com?
- STEP 1. Remove search.borderov.com related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove search.borderov.com redirect from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove search.borderov.com browser hijacker from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove search.borderov.com homepage and default search engine from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove browser redirects to search.borderov.com using Combo Cleaner:
search.borderov.com redirect removal:
Remove search.borderov.com-related potentially unwanted applications from your "Applications" folder:
Click the Finder icon. In the Finder window, select “Applications”. In the applications folder, look for “MPlayerX”,“NicePlayer”, or other suspicious applications and drag them to the Trash. After removing the potentially unwanted application(s) that cause online ads, scan your Mac for any remaining unwanted components.
Remove browser hijacker-related files and folders
Click the Finder icon from the menu bar. Choose Go, and click Go to Folder...
Check for browser hijacker generated files in the /Library/LaunchAgents/ folder:
In the Go to Folder... bar, type: /Library/LaunchAgents/
In the "LaunchAgents" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious files and move them to the Trash. Examples of files generated by browser hijackers - "installmac.AppRemoval.plist", "myppes.download.plist", "mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist", "kuklorest.update.plist", etc. Browser hijacker commonly installs several files with the exact same string.
Check for browser hijacker generated files in the ~/Library/Application Support/ folder:
In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/Application Support/
In the "Application Support" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious folders. For example, "MplayerX" or "NicePlayer", and move these folders to the Trash.
Check for browser hijacker generated files in the ~/Library/LaunchAgents/ folder:
In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/
In the "LaunchAgents" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious files and move them to the Trash. Examples of files generated by browser hijackers - "installmac.AppRemoval.plist", "myppes.download.plist", "mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist", "kuklorest.update.plist", etc. Browser hijacker commonly installs several files with the exact same string.
Check for browser hijacker generated files in the /Library/LaunchDaemons/ folder:
In the "Go to Folder..." bar, type: /Library/LaunchDaemons/
In the "LaunchDaemons" folder, look for recently-added suspicious files. For example "com.aoudad.net-preferences.plist", "com.myppes.net-preferences.plist", "com.kuklorest.net-preferences.plist", "com.avickUpd.plist", etc., and move them to the Trash.
Scan your Mac with Combo Cleaner:
If you have followed all the steps correctly, your Mac should be clean of infections. To ensure your system is not infected, run a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus. Download it HERE. After downloading the file, double click combocleaner.dmg installer. In the opened window, drag and drop the Combo Cleaner icon on top of the Applications icon. Now open your launchpad and click on the Combo Cleaner icon. Wait until Combo Cleaner updates its virus definition database and click the "Start Combo Scan" button.
Combo Cleaner will scan your Mac for malware infections. If the antivirus scan displays "no threats found" - this means that you can continue with the removal guide; otherwise, it's recommended to remove any found infections before continuing.
After removing files and folders generated by the browser hijackers, continue to remove rogue extensions from your Internet browsers.
Remove browser hijackers from Internet browsers
Remove Safari browser hijackers:
Open the Safari browser, from the menu bar, select "Safari" and click "Preferences...".
In the preferences window, select "Extensions" and look for any recently-installed suspicious extensions. When located, click the "Uninstall" button next to it/them. Note that you can safely uninstall all extensions from your Safari browser - none are crucial for regular browser operation.
Change your homepage:
In the "Preferences" window, select the "General" tab. To set your homepage, type the preferred website URL (for example: www.google.com) in the Homepage field. You can also click the "Set to Current Page" button if you wish to set your homepage to the website you are currently visiting.
Change your default search engine:
In the "Preferences" window, select the "Search" tab. Here you will find a drop-down menu labeled "Search engine:" Simply select your preferred search engine from the drop-down list.
- If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Safari.
Remove Google Chrome browser hijackers:
Click the Chrome menu icon 
(at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "More Tools" and click "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".
Change your homepage
Click the Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome) and select "Settings". In the "On startup" section, disable the malicious extension (if present), look for a browser hijacker URL below the "Open a specific or set of pages" option. If present, click on the three vertical dots icon and select "Remove".
Change your default search engine:
To change your default search engine in Google Chrome: Click the Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "Settings", in the "Search engine" section, click "Manage search engines...", in the opened list look for a browser hijacker URL, when located click the three vertical dots near this URL and select "Delete".
- If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Google Chrome.
Remove malicious extensions from Mozilla Firefox:
Click the Firefox menu 
(at the top right corner of the main window) and select "Add-ons and themes". Click "Extensions", in the opened window locate all recently-installed suspicious extensions, click on the three dots and then click "Remove".
Change your homepage
To reset your homepage, click the Firefox menu (at the top right corner of the main window), then select "Settings", in the opened window disable malicious extension (if present), remove the browser hijacker URL and enter your preferred domain, which will open each time you start Mozilla Firefox.
Change your default search engine:
In the URL address bar, type "about:config" and press Enter. Click "Accept the Risk and Continue".
In the search filter at the top, type: "extensionControlled". Set both results to "false" by either double-clicking each entry or clicking the 
button.
- If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Mozilla Firefox.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the purpose of forcing users to visit search.borderov.com website?
Redirects to search.borderov.com and other fake search engines are typically caused by rogue software called browser hijackers. Revenue is generated through these redirects by the developers of illegitimate search engines and browser-hijacking software.
Is visiting search.borderov.com a threat to my privacy?
To a certain extent, yes. Typically, sites like search.borderov.com gather (and sell) information about their visitors.
How did a browser hijacker infiltrate my computer?
Browser hijackers are primarily proliferated via deceptive download pages, software bundling, online scams, untrustworthy download sources (e.g., freeware and third-party websites, P2P sharing networks, etc.), fake updaters, spam browser notifications, and intrusive ads.
Will Combo Cleaner help me remove browser hijackers?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your system and eliminate installed browser-hijacking apps. Note that manual removal (unaided by security programs) might not be a perfect solution, especially when multiple browser hijackers are present. In some such cases, after one browser hijacker is removed - the others re-install it. Additionally, browser-hijacking software may restrict access to removal-related settings or undo user-made changes. Therefore, it is essential to eliminate browser hijackers thoroughly and all at once.
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