How to remove WonderFind browser hijacker
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of extension is WonderFind?
We have tested the WonderFind browser extension and found that it hijacks a browser to promote findflarex.com. This process involves changing the settings of a web browser. It is worth noting that WonderFind is promoted as a tool that provides better results and a better browsing experience.
WonderFind browser hijacker overview
WonderFind is an unwanted extension that changes the default search engine, homepage, and new tab page to findflarex.com. Users of a browser hijacked by this extension land on findflarex.com whenever they open a browser or a new tab and enter search queries. From findflarex.com, users are redirected to boyu.com.tr.
Apparently, findflarex.com does not generate search results, making it a fake search engine. Moreover, it leads users to a questionable search engine (boyu.com.tr), which may present misleading and unreliable results. Clicking these results may take users to phishing pages, sites hosting potentially malicious apps, offering fake services or products, etc.
Therefore, it is advisable not to trust boyu.com.tr and remove findflarex.com (and WonderFind) from hijacked web browsers. Another reason to eliminate WonderFind from browsers is its capability to activate the "Managed by your oranization" feature. This feature in Chrome browsers offers centralized control and management capabilities for organizations or other entities.
However, when controlled by browser hijackers like WonderFind, it may be exploited for malicious purposes. For instance, users may be prevented from accessing certain websites, adding or removing extensions, changing the settings of a web browser, or taking other actions. Moreover, this feature may be misused to gather sensitive information, inject unwanted advertisements, and more.
| Name | WonderFind |
| Threat Type | Browser Hijacker, Redirect, Search Hijacker, Toolbar, Unwanted New Tab |
| Browser Extension(s) | WonderFind, ONFIND, and possibly other extensions |
| Supposed Functionality | This app is supposed to provide better results and browsing experience |
| Promoted URL | findflarex.com |
| Detection Names (findflarex.com) | N/A (VirusTotal) |
| Serving IP Address (findflarex.com) | 172.67.180.87 |
| Detection Names (Installer) | N/A (VirusTotal) |
| 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
Typically, browser hijackers are disguised as useful extensions. Nevertheless, they rarely provide the supposed features and simply hijack browsers to promote fake search engines or other unreliable web pages. Moreover, these extensions can be difficult to remove in some cases. Overall, users should avoid browser hijackers.
More examples of browser-hijacking extensions are GuardGo, Random Year Fact, and color-picker-tab.
How did WonderFind install on my computer?
Users often add browser hijackers to browsers via deceptive ads, notifications from unreliable web pages, downloads from third-party app stores, unofficial sites, P2P networks, fake software updates, and similar channels. More often than not, they get tricked into adding such extensions.
Alternatively, users may install/add browser hijackers during installations of shady applications. It is common for such apps to be bundled with browser hijackers and not noticed by users during installations. Usually, additionally included extensions or other apps are hidden in "Advanced", "Custom", or similar settings.
How to avoid installation of browser hijackers?
Before downloading and installing apps, read user reviews to make sure those apps are trustworthy. During installations, look for additional apps and deselect them if they are not wanted or are suspicious. Also, avoid clicking pop-ups, links, download buttons, and ads on shady pages or allowing such sites to send notifications.
Moreover, keep all software and the operating system up to date and scan your computer for unwanted apps regularly. Utilize a reputable security tool for better protection against threats. If your computer is already infected with WonderFind, 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 WonderFind browser hijacker:
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Quick menu:
- What is WonderFind?
- STEP 1. Uninstall WonderFind application using Control Panel.
- STEP 2. Remove WonderFind 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.
WonderFind 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.
WonderFind browser hijacker removal from Internet browsers:
Video showing how to remove WonderFind 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 "WonderFind" 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 "WonderFind", 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 findflarex.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 "WonderFind", 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 "WonderFind", 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 findflarex.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 findflarex.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 findflarex.com website?
By steering users towards the fake search engine, its creators aim to boost traffic, which can subsequently increase revenue through various monetization strategies.
Is visiting findflarex.com a threat to my privacy?
Fake search engines can be created to harvest user data, redirect users to shady websites, and deliver malicious content or ads. As a result, using or visiting them can jeopardize your privacy.
How did a browser hijacker infiltrate my computer?
These extensions usually find their way into browsers through software bundles, apps from P2P networks, unofficial websites, third-party app stores, notifications from unreliable sites, deceptive ads, and other similar methods.
Will Combo Cleaner help me remove WonderFind browser hijacker?
Combo Cleaner can eliminate browser hijackers and other unwanted applications. It is important to note that manual removal may not always be effective, especially when multiple browser hijackers are added to a browser. In such cases, it may be required to remove all of them at once.
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