How to remove securesearchtech.net from browsers

What is securesearchtech.net?

We have analyzed securesearchtech.net and determined that it is a fake search engine pushed by a browser hijacker known as Secure Search Tech. Fake search engines can put users at risk of online threats, and browser hijackers are generally untrustworthy. For these reasons, it is recommended to avoid using both securesearchtech.net and Secure Search Tech.

Securesearchtech.net and Secure Search Tech browser hijacker overview

Securesearchtech.net is a fake search engine because it does bot generate its own results. Instead, it redirects users to other websites. In our testing, it sent users to the legitimate search engine (search.yahoo.com), but it could also redirect them to untrustworthy or potentially dangerous sites.

The opened websites may be exploited for harmful activities, including theft of personal or financial information or the spread of unwanted and malicious software. Relying on fake search engines can result in problems like identity theft, financial loss, or system infections. Therefore, using securesearchtech.net for web browsing is not recommended.

Securesearchtech.net is also pushed through a browser extension named Secure Search Tech, which functions as a hijacker. Browser hijackers usually work by changing browser settings, including the homepage, new tab page, and default search engine. Extensions like Secure Search Tech are often built to prevent users from reversing these changes.

Furthermore, Secure Search Tech and securesearchtech.net may also gather various user data. This can include browsing habits, IP addresses, geolocation, search queries, and similar details. Sometimes, browser hijackers and fake search engines may capture passwords or other sensitive information.

This data can be sold to third parties or exploited for malicious purposes. For these reasons, both Secured Web and securesearchtech.net should be avoided.

Conclusion

Securesearchtech.net is a fake search engine promoted by the Secure Search Tech browser hijacker. It redirects users to other sites instead of generating its own results, potentially exposing them to malicious websites and other threats. If present, both securesearchtech.net and Secure Search Tech should be removed as soon as possible.

Here are additional examples of browser hijackers: search.lanternprivasearch.com, search.quicksearchsafe.com, and homefindhub.com.

How did Secure Search Tech install on my computer?

Browser hijackers are often included with free or questionable software. If users rush through the installation without reviewing the options (by skipping "Advanced", "Custom" or similar settings), they may accidentally accept unwanted offers.

Also, users can unknowingly download browser hijackers through peer-to-peer networks, untrustworthy ads and pop-ups, third-party downloaders, unofficial websites or app stores, and other similar sources.

How to avoid installation of browser hijackers?

Always get software from trusted sources, such as official websites or reputable app stores, and pay close attention to each step during installation to prevent accidentally accepting unwanted programs or browser extensions. Avoid suspicious websites and ignore any pop-ups, ads, or links they present.

Also, never allow notifications for untrusted sites, keep your operating system and apps updated, and run regular scans with reliable security software. If your computer is already infected with Secure Search Tech, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this browser hijacker.

Securesearchtech.net redirects to search.yahoo.com (GIF):

Permissions asked by Secure Search Tech browser hijacker:

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Quick menu:

• What is securesearchtech.net?
• STEP 1. Uninstall Secure Search Tech application using Control Panel.
• STEP 2. Remove Secure Search Tech browser hijacker from Google Chrome.
• STEP 3. Remove securesearchtech.net homepage and default search engine from Mozilla Firefox.
• STEP 4. Remove securesearchtech.net redirect from Safari.
• STEP 5. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.

Secure Search Tech 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 securesearchtech.net website), scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.

Secure Search Tech browser hijacker removal from Internet browsers:

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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 "Secure Search Tech" 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 "Secure Search Tech", look for a browser hijacker URL (hxxp://www.securesearchtech.net) 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 "securesearchtech.net", 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 secure search tech 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 "Secure Search Tech", 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 "Secure Search Tech", remove hxxp://securesearchtech.net 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 secure search tech 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 secure search tech 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 securesearchtech.net website?

The goal of pushing users to securesearchtech.net is probably to profit from redirects. The more visitors there is, the higher revenue they can expect.

Is visiting securesearchtech.net a threat to my privacy?

Fake search engines can collect sensitive information, including personal details and browsing habits, which can be misused. Consequently, relying on them can pose privacy risks.

How did a browser hijacker infiltrate my computer?

Browser hijackers are often delivered together with other (mainly free or unreliable) software, and users who move quickly through installations without reviewing advanced or custom settings may accidentally allow them to be added or installed. They can also spread through unofficial websites, third‑party downloaders, deceptive advertisements, shady app stores, and peer‑to‑peer networks.

Will Combo Cleaner help me remove Secure Search Tech browser hijacker?

Yes, Combo Cleaner is capable of detecting and removing browser hijackers. Manual removal can fail if multiple hijackers are present (and designed to reinstall one another). In such cases, all hijackers must be removed at the same time.