How to uninstall the Pulse unwanted browser

What kind of application is Pulse?

Pulse is a Chromium-based browser. It is promoted as an Internet browser that integrates AI (Artificial Intelligence). Upon inspection, we determined that this rogue browser is a PUA (Potentially Unwanted Application). It produces redirects to several fake search engines that cannot generate search results. Unwanted apps are known to have harmful abilities that may cause serious issues.

Pulse overview

The Pulse browser causes redirects to illegitimate search engines. Promoting fake search engines is the behavior associated with browser hijackers. While hijacker software modifies browser settings, Pulse is a browser that comes with the presets to produce rogue redirects. Fake search engines cannot provide search results and lead users to legitimate Internet search sites.

If a query is searched through Pulse's homepage, this produces a redirection chain that goes through mypulsehome.com before landing on the Yahoo search engine (search.yahoo.com). However, if a user enters a search query into the URL bar – they are redirected via search.pulsebrowser.com to Yahoo as well.

It is pertinent to mention that potentially unwanted applications often have functionalities that are utilized for nefarious purposes, and this might be true of the Pulse browser.

PUAs may have adware-type abilities. Adware aims to generate revenue through advertising, typically by displaying ads or causing redirects. Advertising-supported software can promote online scans, unwanted programs, and even malware.

Data-tracking functionalities are standard for PUAs. Targeted information may include: browsing and search engine histories, Internet cookies, log-in credentials, personally identifiable details, credit/debit card numbers, etc. The collected data can be sold to third-parties or otherwise abused for profit.

To summarize, the presence of unwanted software on devices can lead to system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.

Potentially unwanted application examples

We have written about countless unwanted programs; Blaze, EpiStart (EpiBrowser), OneStart – are merely some of our articles on rogue browsers, and RaceCarTwo, SpaceSix, SecurePass – are a few of our latest articles on PUAs in general.

Usually, unwanted software appears legitimate and harmless. Users may be enticed to download or purchase by promises of "advantageous" features. However, these functions seldom work as advertised, and in most cases – they do not work at all.

It must be stressed that even if a piece of software operates exactly as indicated by its promotional material – that is not definitive proof of either legitimacy or safety.

How did potentially unwanted applications install on my computer?

Pulse has an "official" promotional page and is endorsed by third-party sites. Webpages endorsing unwanted software are mainly accessed through redirects caused by sites utilizing rogue advertising networks, intrusive ads, spam browser notifications, mistyped URLs, and adware.

"Bundling" is another prevalent distribution technique for these types of programs. It entails packing regular program installers with unwanted/malicious additions.

The threat of unintentionally allowing bundled content into the system is increased by downloading from dubious channels (e.g., freeware and free file-hosting websites, P2P sharing networks, etc.) and by inattentiveness during installation (e.g., ignoring terms, using "Easy/Quick" settings, etc.).

Additionally, unwanted software is proliferated by intrusive adverts. When clicked on, some of these advertisements can execute scripts to perform sneaky downloads/installations.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

We highly recommend researching software prior to downloading or purchasing. All downloads must be made from official and verified sources. Installations must be approached with care by reading terms, exploring available options, using "Custom" or "Advanced" settings, and opting out of all supplementary apps, extensions, tools, and so on.

We strongly advise exercising caution when browsing, since the Internet is rife with well-disguised fake and malicious content. For example, despite their harmless appearance – intrusive ads redirect to unreliable and questionable sites (e.g., scam-promoting, gambling, adult dating, etc.).

In case of continuous encounters with advertisements/redirects of this kind, check the system and immediately remove all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with PUAs, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate them.

Pulse browser's detailed information:

Appearance of a search made via Pulse's homepage – mypulsehome.com to Yahoo (GIF):

Pulse browser's search engine settings:

Pulse browser's "official" promotional website:

Website used to promote Pulse browser:

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Quick menu:

• What is Pulse?
• STEP 1. Uninstall deceptive applications using Control Panel.
• STEP 2. Remove rogue extensions from Google Chrome.
• STEP 3. Remove potentially unwanted plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox.
• STEP 4. Remove rogue extensions from Safari.
• STEP 5. Remove rogue plug-ins from Microsoft Edge.

Removal of potentially unwanted applications:

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 "Pulse" and other suspicious/recently-installed applications, select these entries and click "Uninstall" or "Remove".

After uninstalling the potentially unwanted application, scan your computer for any remaining unwanted components or possible malware infections. To scan your computer, use recommended malware removal software.

Remove rogue extensions from Internet browsers:

At time of research, Pulse did not install any unwanted browser extensions, however, some unwanted applications can be installed together with adware and browser hijackers. If you experience unwanted ads or redirects when browsing the Internet, continue with the removal guide below.

Video showing how to remove potentially unwanted browser add-ons:

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 all recently-installed suspicious extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the pulse browser potentially unwanted application, 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 plugins 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 all recently-installed suspicious extensions, click on the three dots and then click "Remove".

Optional method:

Computer users who have problems with pulse browser potentially unwanted application 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, click Safari menu, and select Preferences....

In the opened window click Extensions, locate any recently installed suspicious extension, select it and click Uninstall.

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 upper-right corner of Microsoft Edge), select "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious browser add-ons and click "Remove" below their names.

Optional method:

If you continue to have problems with removal of the pulse browser potentially unwanted application, 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:

Commonly, adware or potentially unwanted applications infiltrate Internet browsers through free software downloads. Note that the safest source for downloading free software is via developers' websites only. To avoid installation of adware, be very attentive when downloading and installing free software. When installing previously-downloaded free programs, choose the custom or advanced installation options – this step will reveal any potentially unwanted applications listed for installation together with your chosen free program.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the purpose of an unwanted application?

Unwanted applications are designed to generate revenue for their developers/publishers through nefarious means. For example, the software may endorse content (via redirects, ads, etc.), deceive users into buying fake activation keys, push dubious in-app purchases, collect/sell private data, and so on.

Is Pulse unwanted application legal?

Typically, unwanted applications are considered legal because their End User License Agreements (EULAs) inform users of the software's behavior.

Is having Pulse installed on my computer dangerous?

Unwanted applications often have harmful capabilities. Software within this classification is associated with the following risks – system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.

Will Combo Cleaner help me remove Pulse unwanted application?

Combo Cleaner can scan devices and eliminate installed unwanted and malicious applications. It must be mentioned that manual removal (unaided by security tools) might not be ideal. After an app has been manually removed – various remnants (files) can stay hidden within the system. The remaining components may continue to run and cause issues. Therefore, it is essential to eliminate unwanted software thoroughly.