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Keep Getting Redirected to Other Websites? Safe Solutions

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Unknowingly, we can get ourselves in all kinds of problems online. However, stories about the grandeur of the Internet malice are not true.

If you’re, say, experiencing frequent jumps to other websites while browsing the Internet, this hardly means that your computer is infected by a virus.

However, the spectrum of malicious software covers all kinds of applications and extensions which can stop your current session and redirect you to God knows where.

We made sure to provide a detailed explanation in order to help you protect against thesethreats.

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What can I do if my browser redirects to other sites?

1. Keep your PC safe and avoid automatic redirecting with Opera

The problem with automatic redirecting is that it affects browsers with limited protection. That is hardly the case with Opera.

Operahas probably the best balance between intuitive design, bulletproof safety, and remarkable privacy protection.

Also in the safety department, we have to mention cryptocurrency mining protection and the free, complete, and unlimitedVPNservice.

The built-in Ad Blocker will take care of any unwanted distractions and that, in turn, will speed up loading times.

For the unaware, the VPN protects your privacy and identity by redirecting all your traffic through other safe sites.

Don’t take our word for it, download Opera now for free and convince yourself.

Usually, you can close the window or just go back to a previous website, but there are various schemes they apply to avoid that.

Firstly, the suspicious website usually opens in a new window and sometimes you’re not even aware. Or they redirect you directly to a new website swarming with ads.

The other option is almost certainly a browser hijacker’s deed. Browser hijackers are a piece of malicious software that infiltrates your Internet browserand takes control of some of its features.

They tend to replace the home page with a website usually crowded with ads.

Also, they might add an extension, usually a search bar of a kind. It can also spy on you and hunt the banking credentials to get a hold of your funds.

Even though this is rare, we still suggest avoiding typing passwords if you recognize the presence of abrowserhijacker.

But, don’t worry. If you don’t click anywhere, they’re just a harmless piece of adware. Close thebrowserand let it be until we remove allthreats.

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2. How to block adware pop-ups and remove browser hijackers

Let’s start with the essential actions. You’ll need an antivirus, whether that’s athird-party antivirusor Windows-native Windows Defender.

In addition, you’ll have better success with clearing PUPs (Potentially Unwanted Programs) with a dedicated application, like Malwarebytes.

Uninstalling all suspicious applications is a must also. And, finally, once you’ve dealt with that, we suggest installing abrowserextension that prevents pop-ups while browsing.

Ad-blockers will do the job most of the time.

After that, the only thing left is to pay attention when online. If you visit a site full of ads, don’t click around and, if possible, use adblocker as much as possible.

Make sure to tell us whether this was an informative read in the comments section below.

More about the topics:Browser errors,Private browsing

Aleksandar Ognjanovic

Aleksandar’s main passion is technology. With a solid writing background, he is determined to bring the bleeding edge to the common user. With a keen eye, he always spots the next big thing surrounding Microsoft and the Windows OS.

Focused on Windows errors and how to solve them, he also writes about the OS’s latest features as well as its interface.

In his free time, he likes to read, listen to music, and enjoy the nature. Hiking is one of his newly found passions.

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