How to remove findflarex.com and ONFIND browser hijacker
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is findflarex.com?
We have inspected findflarex.com and learned that this is a fake search engine promoted via multiple browser extensions such as ONFIND and many others. This extension operates as a browser hijacker: it changes the settings of a browser to promote findflarex.com. Overall, neither findflarex.com nor ONFIND are reliable.
Findlarex.com and ONFIND browser hijacker overview
Findflarex.com is promoted through the ONFIND extension, which sets findflarex.com as the default search engine, homepage, and new tab page. Thus, when a browser is hijacked by ONFIND, users are forced to visit findflarex.com upon opening a browser or a new tab and entering a search query.
As we mentioned in the introduction, findflarex.com is a fake search engine. It does not generate any results. Upon entering a search query, findflarex.com redirects to boyu.com.tr - a dubious search engine. Boyu.com.tr may include misleading ads and links to potentially malicious web pages in its search results.
Using boyu.com.tr may lead users to various scams, sites hosting adware or even malicious software, and other shady pages. Thus, users should not trust findflarex.com (and boyu.com.tr) and remove the associated browser hijackers (in this case, ONFIND) as soon as possible. It is important to note that ONFIND activates the "Managed by your organization" feature.
When activated, this feature signals that a company or educational institution (or other entity) controls the browser's settings and policies. If a browser hijacker like ONFIND activates this setting, it could lead to restricted access to websites, privacy breaches, redirects to potentially malicious sites, loss of control over other extensions, and other issues.
| Name | ONFIND |
| Threat Type | Browser Hijacker, Redirect, Search Hijacker, Toolbar, Unwanted New Tab |
| Browser Extension(s) | ONFIND, FindClix, FIIND, SeekFast, WonderFind, ISEEK, SEARCHBOX, Searchisty, SEEKSE, KSEARCHY, JDISearch, Kaseek, UKASEE, Kinsearch, Porseek, AISEARCHS, hsearchs and many other. |
| Supposed Functionality | Better search results and browsing experience |
| Promoted URL | findflarex.com |
| Detection Names (findflarex.com) | N/A (VirusTotal) |
| Detection Names (Installer) | Microsoft (BrowserModifier:Win32/Shafmia), Full List Of Detections (VirusTotal) |
| Serving IP Address (findflarex.com) | 172.67.180.87 |
| 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
Most browser hijackers change the settings of web browsers to promote shady addresses. They are often promoted as useful tools but do not provide any value (ONFIND is described as a tool providing better results and browsing experience). Sometimes, users need to utilize security tools to remove such extensions from their browsers.
Some examples of extensions designed to hijack web browsers are GuardGo, color-picker-tab, and Chuck Norris Tab.
How did ONFIND install on my computer?
Usually, users inadvertently add browser hijackers when installing free or shady software. Browser hijackers are often packaged with such software. If users install it without modifying the default settings, they inadvertently consent to adding (or installing) browser hijackers.
Also, users might have their browsers hijacked via files and apps acquired from P2P networks, unofficial websites, third-party app stores, and similar channels. Interacting with ads and pop-ups on dubious websites (or notifications from such sites) can also result in browser hijacking.
How to avoid installation of browser hijackers?
Make sure to read user reviews and ratings before installing software and download it only from reputable sources like official websites or app stores. During installation, choose the custom or advanced options to deselect unwanted apps/offers. Avoid clicking on suspicious links in emails or social media, and do not trust ads and pop-ups on dubious sites.
Additionally, always reject requests to show notifications from suspicious sites, ensure all apps (including the operating system) are kept up to date, and utilize trustworthy security tools. If your computer is already infected with ONFIND, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this browser hijacker.
Findflarex.com redirects to boyu.com.tr (GIF):
Permissions asked by ONFIND browser hijacker:
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Quick menu:
- What is ONFIND?
- STEP 1. Uninstall ONFIND application using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove ONFIND browser hijacker from Google Chrome.
- STEP 3. Remove findflarex.com homepage and default search engine from Mozilla Firefox.
- STEP 4. Remove findflarex.com redirect from Safari.
- STEP 5. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.
ONFIND 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 findflarex.com website), scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.
ONFIND browser hijacker removal from Internet browsers:
Video showing how to remove ONFIND 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 "Extensions" and click "Manage Extensions". Locate "ONFIND" 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 "ONFIND", look for a browser hijacker URL (hxxp://www.findflarex.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 "findflarex.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 onfind browser hijacker, 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 "ONFIND", 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 "ONFIND", remove hxxp://findflarex.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 onfind browser hijacker 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 onfind browser hijacker, 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 findflarex.com website?
By forcing users to visit the fake search engine, its creators aim to drive up traffic, which in turn can lead to increased revenue through various monetization methods.
Is visiting findflarex.com a threat to my privacy?
Fake search engines are often designed to gather user data, track browsing habits, and potentially serve malicious content or ads. Thus, using/visiting them can be a threat to privacy.
How did a browser hijacker infiltrate my computer?
Typically, such extensions infiltrate browsers via software bundles, apps downloaded from P2P networks, unofficial sites, third-party app stores, notifications from untrustworthy websites, misleading ads, and similar channels.
Will Combo Cleaner help me remove ONFIND browser hijacker?
Combo Cleaner conducts thorough scans and eradicates browser hijackers and other unwanted applications. It is important to note that manual removal is not foolproof, especially in cases where multiple browser hijackers coexist and reinstall each other. In these cases, it is imperative to remove all of them simultaneously.
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