How to remove Toddler browser hijacker
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is Toddler?
Our team's analysis of the Toddler browser extension showed that it operates as a browser hijacker. Its main aim is to promote a fake search engine (finddbest.co). To achieve browser hijacking, Toddler alters the settings of the user's browser. It is worth noting that most users add browser-hijacking apps to browsers unintentionally.
Toddler browser hijacker overview
Toddler, once added, modifies several browser settings such as the homepage and search engine, to redirect users to finddbest.co. This website is a fake search engine that presents Bing search results to users (users are ultimately redirected to bing.com). It is important to note that Bing is a legitimate search engine.
It is crucial to bear in mind that untrustworthy and fake search engines must not be relied upon. These search engines might present users with deceitful or harmful content and gather their search queries and personal data. The information collected by fake search engines can be exploited in numerous ways that could endanger users' privacy and security.
Thus, users should avoid using such search engines and opt for well-established and trustworthy ones instead.
Another detail about browser hijackers is that they have the ability to prevent users from changing the default homepage or search engine settings, making it difficult or even unfeasible for them to switch back to a legitimate search engine.
| Name | Toddler |
| Threat Type | Browser Hijacker, Redirect, Search Hijacker, Toolbar, Unwanted New Tab |
| Browser Extension(s) | Toddler |
| Supposed Functionality | Improved browsing experience |
| Promoted URL | finddbest.co |
| Detection Names (finddbest.co) | N/A (VirusTotal) |
| Serving IP Address (finddbest.co) | 216.239.32.21 |
| 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 exhibit several telltale signs, such as unexpected changes to the browser's homepage, the emergence of new toolbars or icons, and the redirection of search queries to suspicious or irrelevant websites. The main goal of a browser hijacker is to steer users towards unwanted or hazardous websites, most often fake search engines.
Examples of different browser-hijacking apps are Amazon Rain Forest - New Tab Search, Plant Planet, and Lady Like.
How did Toddler install on my computer?
Browser hijacking typically occurs when users download applications from deceptive websites, click on deceptive advertisements that execute malicious scripts, or install software that includes browser hijacking as an optional feature.
Pretty often, users inadvertently install the hijacker by not modifying settings such as "Custom," "Advanced," or similar ones during installations. As a result, the hijacker is included as part of the software installation.
How to avoid installation of browser hijackers?
It is recommended to download applications and files from reliable sources such as verified stores and official pages. Avoid using third-party downloaders, Peer-to-Peer networks, third-party stores, suspicious pages, and other similar sources to download apps.
Before downloading and installing any program, thoroughly review the options such as "Custom," "Advanced," and other settings in the downloaders and installers, and deselect any unwanted applications. Be cautious when coming across advertisements on dubious or suspicious websites, and never allow such pages to send notifications.
If your computer is already infected with Toddler, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this browser hijacker.
Finddbest.co redirects to bing.com (GIF):
Permissions asked by Toddler browser hijacker:
Website promoting Toddler browser hijacker:
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Quick menu:
- What is Toddler?
- STEP 1. Uninstall Toddler application using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove Toddler browser hijacker from Google Chrome.
- STEP 3. Remove finddbest.co homepage and default search engine from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 4. Remove finddbest.co redirect from Safari.
- STEP 5. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
Toddler 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 finddbest.co website), scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.
Toddler browser hijacker removal from Internet browsers:
Video showing how to remove browser redirects:
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 "Toddler" 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 "Toddler", look for a browser hijacker URL (hxxp://www.finddbest.co) 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 "finddbest.co", 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 finddbest.co 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 "Toddler", 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 "Toddler", remove hxxp://finddbest.co 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 finddbest.co 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 finddbest.co 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 finddbest.co website?
Typically, fake search engines generate revenue through advertisements or collect users' search queries and personal information, which can be used for malicious purposes.
Is visiting finddbest.co a threat to my privacy?
Yes, visiting finddbest.co could potentially be a threat to your privacy. Fake search engines like finddbest.co can collect your search queries and personal information and use them for malicious purposes such as targeted advertising or even identity theft.
How did a browser hijacker infiltrate my computer?
Social engineering tactics, such as intrusive advertisements and browser notifications, are commonly employed to distribute browser hijackers. Also, these apps are distributed by including them in software downloaders and installers.
Will Combo Cleaner help me remove Toddler browser hijacker?
Combo Cleaner can remove browser-hijacking applications. Sometimes, manual removal may not work, especially when multiple hijackers are present, as they may reinstall each other. Also, hijackers can make removal settings inaccessible. In such cases, it is important to remove all hijackers simultaneously to ensure thorough elimination.
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