Browsers Protector is a freeware product developed by PerformerSoft/Bit89 Inc. The browser plug-in is promoted as a useful tool that will protect the browser from hijackers, and unwanted home page and search provider alterations. However, users should be aware that Browsers Protector is a potentially unwanted application in nature, and as such, it may expose the user to certain issues. Browsers Protector may be available for download on legitimate pages, or may have been included in the packages of other free software products.
Browsers Protector General Description
- Browsers Protector may be promoted as a valuable application, but users should keep in mind that its disadvantages may outweigh any promised services.
- For starters, Browsers Protector is developed by PerformerSoft/Bit89 Inc that can be described as a third party software development company. PerformerSoft/Bit89 Inc has created many monetization platforms and applications with the sole purpose to generate revenue.
- Browsers Protector may be bundled with browser hijackers and rogue providers. Users should be extra careful when downloading free software and always select the custom installer. To deselect added pieces, just choose the advanced option.
Browsers Protector Risk Evaluation
- Once installed on a computer, Browsers Protector may contribute to some problems with the system.
Such plug-ins may alter the browser’s settings without the user’s knowledge or consent. This might lead to browser’s occasional crashes and freezes. - Besides browser misbehavior, the user may witness problems with his PC’s system. Some researchers suspect that Browsers Protector and similar apps mess with the registry keys, adding new or deleting current entries. Such changes may affect the computer’s performance.
- Lastly, the prolonged running of third party software on a computer may be troublesome. The longer Browsers Protector is functioning in the background of the system, the more vulnerable it becomes.
Browsers Protector Removal Options
The most secure way to rid the system of the suspicious plug-in is running a full scan with the help of a trustworthy AV tool. Such a tool will continue to shield the system against malware for a determined period. After the time expires, frequently updating the tool is desired so that the PC stays protected.
Have a look at the step-by-step below the article to solve the problem.
Spy Hunter scanner will only detect the threat. If you want the threat to be automatically removed, you need to purchase the full version of the anti-malware tool.Find Out More About SpyHunter Anti-Malware Tool / How to Uninstall SpyHunter
- Guide 1: How to Remove Browsers Protector from Windows.
- Guide 2: Get rid of Browsers Protector from Mac OS X.
- Guide 3: Remove Browsers Protector from Google Chrome.
- Guide 4: Erase Browsers Protector from Mozilla Firefox.
- Guide 5: Uninstall Browsers Protector from Microsoft Edge.
- Guide 6: Remove Browsers Protector from Safari.
- Guide 7: Eliminate Browsers Protector from Internet Explorer.
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How to Remove Browsers Protector from Windows.
Step 1: Boot Your PC In Safe Mode to isolate and remove Browsers Protector





Step 2: Uninstall Browsers Protector and related software from Windows
Here is a method in few easy steps that should be able to uninstall most programs. No matter if you are using Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista or XP, those steps will get the job done. Dragging the program or its folder to the recycle bin can be a very bad decision. If you do that, bits and pieces of the program are left behind, and that can lead to unstable work of your PC, errors with the file type associations and other unpleasant activities. The proper way to get a program off your computer is to Uninstall it. To do that:



Step 3: Clean any registries, created by Browsers Protector on your computer.
The usually targeted registries of Windows machines are the following:
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce
You can access them by opening the Windows registry editor and deleting any values, created by Browsers Protector there. This can happen by following the steps underneath:



Before starting "Step 4", please boot back into Normal mode, in case you are currently in Safe Mode.
This will enable you to install and use SpyHunter 5 successfully.
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Get rid of Browsers Protector from Mac OS X.
Step 1: Uninstall Browsers Protector and remove related files and objects
1. Hit the ⇧+⌘+U keys to open Utilities. Another way is to click on “Go” and then click “Utilities”, like the image below shows:
- Go to Finder.
- In the search bar type the name of the app that you want to remove.
- Above the search bar change the two drop down menus to “System Files” and “Are Included” so that you can see all of the files associated with the application you want to remove. Bear in mind that some of the files may not be related to the app so be very careful which files you delete.
- If all of the files are related, hold the ⌘+A buttons to select them and then drive them to “Trash”.
In case you cannot remove Browsers Protector via Step 1 above:
In case you cannot find the virus files and objects in your Applications or other places we have shown above, you can manually look for them in the Libraries of your Mac. But before doing this, please read the disclaimer below:
You can repeat the same procedure with the following other Library directories:
→ ~/Library/LaunchAgents
/Library/LaunchDaemons
Tip: ~ is there on purpose, because it leads to more LaunchAgents.
Step 2: Scan for and remove Browsers Protector files from your Mac
When you are facing problems on your Mac as a result of unwanted scripts and programs such as Browsers Protector, the recommended way of eliminating the threat is by using an anti-malware program. SpyHunter for Mac offers advanced security features along with other modules that will improve your Mac’s security and protect it in the future.
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Remove Browsers Protector from Google Chrome.
Step 1: Start Google Chrome and open the drop menu
Step 2: Move the cursor over "Tools" and then from the extended menu choose "Extensions"
Step 3: From the opened "Extensions" menu locate the unwanted extension and click on its "Remove" button.
Step 4: After the extension is removed, restart Google Chrome by closing it from the red "X" button at the top right corner and start it again.
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Erase Browsers Protector from Mozilla Firefox.
Step 1: Start Mozilla Firefox. Open the menu window
Step 2: Select the "Add-ons" icon from the menu.
Step 3: Select the unwanted extension and click "Remove"
Step 4: After the extension is removed, restart Mozilla Firefox by closing it from the red "X" button at the top right corner and start it again.
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Uninstall Browsers Protector from Microsoft Edge.
Step 1: Start Edge browser.
Step 2: Open the drop menu by clicking on the icon at the top right corner.
Step 3: From the drop menu select "Extensions".
Step 4: Choose the suspected malicious extension you want to remove and then click on the gear icon.
Step 5: Remove the malicious extension by scrolling down and then clicking on Uninstall.
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Remove Browsers Protector from Safari.
Step 1: Start the Safari app.
Step 2: After hovering your mouse cursor to the top of the screen, click on the Safari text to open its drop down menu.
Step 3: From the menu, click on "Preferences".
Step 4: After that, select the 'Extensions' Tab.
Step 5: Click once on the extension you want to remove.
Step 6: Click 'Uninstall'.
A pop-up window will appear asking for confirmation to uninstall the extension. Select 'Uninstall' again, and the Browsers Protector will be removed.
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Eliminate Browsers Protector from Internet Explorer.
Step 1: Start Internet Explorer.
Step 2: Click on the gear icon labeled 'Tools' to open the drop menu and select 'Manage Add-ons'
Step 3: In the 'Manage Add-ons' window.
Step 4: Select the extension you want to remove and then click 'Disable'. A pop-up window will appear to inform you that you are about to disable the selected extension, and some more add-ons might be disabled as well. Leave all the boxes checked, and click 'Disable'.
Step 5: After the unwanted extension has been removed, restart Internet Explorer by closing it from the red 'X' button located at the top right corner and start it again.