How to remove Volt unwanted extension from your browser
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of application is Volt?
During our examination of the Volt browser extension, we discovered that it is a browser hijacker designed to promote search.volt-tab.com by changing the browser settings. We also learned that search.volt-tab.com is a fake search engine. Users rarely download browser-hijacking apps on purpose.
Volt browser hijacker overview
Once added, the Volt extension takes control of the user's browser settings and replaces the default search engine, homepage, and new tab page with its fake search engine, search.volt-tab.com. This fake search engine appears to function like a legitimate one, but it is designed to display search results from Bing (it redirects users to bing.com).
It is important to note that Volt may generate revenue for its developers by promoting sponsored content and advertisements. Also, search.volt-tab.com may redirect users to websites they did not intend to visit. Additionally, it may track browsing activity, including search queries, visited websites, and personal information.
Volt is not a legitimate browser extension and should be removed if detected. Users can remove it manually from their browser settings or by using anti-malware software.
| Name | Volt |
| Threat Type | Browser Hijacker, Redirect, Search Hijacker, Toolbar, Unwanted New Tab |
| Browser Extension(s) | Volt |
| Supposed Functionality | Accurate search results |
| Promoted URL | search.volt-tab.com |
| Detection Names | N/A (VirusTotal) |
| Serving IP Address (search.volt-tab.com) | 54.68.145.24 |
| Affected Browser Settings | Homepage, new tab URL, default search engine |
| Symptoms | Manipulated Internet browser settings (homepage, default Internet search engine, new tab settings). Users are forced to visit the hijacker's website and search the Internet using their search engines. |
| Distribution methods | Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake Flash Player installers. |
| Damage | Internet browser tracking (potential privacy issues), display of unwanted ads, redirects to dubious websites. |
| Malware Removal (Windows) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your computer with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
Browser hijackers in general
Browser hijackers are unwanted programs designed to take control of web browsers without the knowledge or consent of users. They typically modify the browser settings, such as the homepage, default search engine, and new tab page. Once added, browser hijackers can redirect users to unwanted websites, display pop-up ads, and track their online activity.
More examples of browser hijackers are Beach Browser, Cosmic, and Online Video Platforms.
How did Volt install on my computer?
Browser hijackers often come bundled with freeware or shareware programs and can be accidentally installed by users who do not carefully read the terms and conditions during installation. They can also be distributed through malicious or deceptive websites.
Browser hijackers can also be installed through social engineering tactics, such as pop-up ads that claim the user has won a prize or alerts that warn users of a security threat.
How to avoid installation of browser hijackers?
Be cautious when downloading and installing software. Download software from the official websites of trusted developers and avoid downloading software from third-party download sites. When installing software, be sure to read all of the prompts carefully.
Avoid clicking on links and suspicious advertisements or opening attachments from unknown sources, and use reputable antivirus software to scan the system for malware. If your computer is already infected with Volt, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this browser hijacker.
Search.volt-tab.com redirects to bing.com (GIF):
Permissions asked by Volt browser hijacker:
Website promoting Volt browser hijacker:
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Quick menu:
- What is Volt?
- STEP 1. Uninstall Volt application using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove Volt browser hijacker from Google Chrome.
- STEP 3. Remove search.volt-tab.com homepage and default search engine from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 4. Remove search.volt-tab.com redirect from Safari.
- STEP 5. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
Volt browser hijacker removal:
Windows 11 users:
Right-click on the Start icon, select Apps and Features. In the opened window search for the application you want to uninstall, after locating it, click on the three vertical dots and select Uninstall.
Windows 10 users:
Right-click in the lower left corner of the screen, in the Quick Access Menu select Control Panel. In the opened window choose Programs and Features.
Windows 7 users:
Click Start (Windows Logo at the bottom left corner of your desktop), choose Control Panel. Locate Programs and click Uninstall a program.
macOS (OSX) users:
Click Finder, in the opened screen select Applications. Drag the app from the Applications folder to the Trash (located in your Dock), then right click the Trash icon and select Empty Trash.
In the uninstall programs window: look for any recently installed suspicious applications, select these entries and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".
After uninstalling the potentially unwanted applications (which cause browser redirects to the search.volt-tab.com website), scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.
Volt browser hijacker removal from Internet browsers:
Video showing how to remove Volt browser hijacker using Combo Cleaner:
Remove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:
Click the Chrome menu icon 
(at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "More tools" and click "Extensions". Locate "Volt" and other 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), select "Settings". In the "On startup" section, disable "Volt", look for a browser hijacker URL (hxxp://www.search.volt-tab.com) 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 "search.volt-tab.com", 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.
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the search.volt-tab.com redirect, reset your Google Chrome browser settings. Click the Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome) and select Settings. Scroll down to the bottom of the screen. Click the Advanced… link.
After scrolling to the bottom of the screen, click the Reset (Restore settings to their original defaults) button.
In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Google Chrome settings to default by clicking the Reset button.
Remove malicious extensions from Mozilla Firefox:
Click the Firefox menu 
(at the top right corner of the main window), select "Add-ons and themes". Click "Extensions", in the opened window locate "Volt", as well as 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 "Volt", remove hxxp://search.volt-tab.com 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.
Optional method:
Computer users who have problems with search.volt-tab.com redirect removal can reset their Mozilla Firefox settings.
Open Mozilla Firefox, at the top right corner of the main window, click the Firefox menu, in the opened menu, click Help.
Select Troubleshooting Information.
In the opened window, click the Refresh Firefox button.
In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Mozilla Firefox settings to default by clicking the Refresh Firefox button.
Remove malicious extensions from Safari:
Make sure your Safari browser is active and click Safari menu, then select Preferences...
In the preferences window select the Extensions tab. Look for any recently installed suspicious extensions and uninstall them.
In the preferences window select General tab and make sure that your homepage is set to a preferred URL, if its altered by a browser hijacker - change it.
In the preferences window select Search tab and make sure that your preferred Internet search engine is selected.
Optional method:
Make sure your Safari browser is active and click on Safari menu. From the drop down menu select Clear History and Website Data...
In the opened window select all history and click the Clear History button.
Remove malicious extensions from Microsoft Edge:
Click the Edge menu icon 
(at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge), select "Extensions". Locate any recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons, and remove them.
Change your homepage and new tab settings:
Click the Edge menu icon (at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge), select "Settings". In the "On startup" section look for the name of the browser hijacker and click "Disable".
Change your default Internet search engine:
To change your default search engine in Microsoft Edge: Click the Edge menu icon (at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge), select "Privacy and services", scroll to bottom of the page and select "Address bar". In the "Search engines used in address bar" section look for the name of the unwanted Internet search engine, when located click the "Disable" button near it. Alternatively you can click on "Manage search engines", in the opened menu look for unwanted Internet search engine. Click on the puzzle icon 
near it and select "Disable".
Optional method:
If you continue to have problems with removal of the search.volt-tab.com redirect, reset your Microsoft Edge browser settings. Click the Edge menu icon (at the top right corner of Microsoft Edge) and select Settings.
In the opened settings menu select Reset settings.
Select Restore settings to their default values. In the opened window, confirm that you wish to reset Microsoft Edge settings to default by clicking the Reset button.
- If this did not help, follow these alternative instructions explaining how to reset the Microsoft Edge browser.
Summary:
A browser hijacker is a type of adware infection that modifies Internet browser settings by assigning the homepage and default Internet search engine settings to some other (unwanted) website URL. Commonly, this type of adware infiltrates operating systems through free software downloads. If your download is managed by a download client, ensure that you decline offers to install advertised toolbars or applications that seek to change your homepage and default Internet search engine settings.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the purpose of forcing users visit search.volt-tab.com website?
As the number of users visiting search.volt-tab.com increases, the revenue generated by its creators also increases.
Is visiting search.volt-tab.com a threat to my privacy?
In most cases, search engines like search.volt-tab.com have the ability to gather different types of information about their visitors, typically collecting data related to their browsing activity.
How did a browser hijacker infiltrate my computer?
Browser hijackers are often bundled with freeware or shareware programs and distributed through malicious websites and social engineering tactics, such as pop-up ads.
Will Combo Cleaner help me remove Volt browser hijacker?
Combo Cleaner can scan your computer and remove detected browser-hijacking applications. However, manual removal may not always be a complete solution, particularly in cases where multiple browser hijackers are added to a web browser that can reinstall each other. In these cases, all browser hijackers have to be removed at once.
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