This article reveals more information about Magnetdl.com redirect and provides help for the removal process of all suspicious and potentially undesired files from the affected system.
Magnetdl.com Browser Redirects
Magnetdl.com is a questionable website that affects popular web browsers by loading in new browser tabs without your permission. Its unexpected appearance is usually caused by other bogus websites or unnoticeably installed undesired programs. Magnetdl.com browser redirects may be so intrusive that your affected browser may become sluggish. Furthermore, the website may trigger additional redirects to poorly secured and hacked websites. In case that these redirects keep loading while you are browsing the web, you should scan your PC for suspicious and harmful files.
Threat Summary
| Name | Magnetdl.com |
| Type | Redirect, PUP |
| Short Description | A questionable website that loads in popular web browsers without users’ permission. |
| Symptoms | Affected web browser is redirected to Magnetdl.com Browser slowdowns occur due to increased number of online ads. |
| Distribution Method | Freeware Installations, Bundled Packages |
| Detection Tool | See If Your System Has Been Affected by malware Download Malware Removal Tool |
| User Experience | Join Our Forum to Discuss Magnetdl.com. |
Magnetdl.com Redirect
Magnetdl.com is a browser redirect that starts loading in your preferred web browser without your permission. On one hand, it’s a potentially unwanted program that may be causing all those annoying redirects to Magnetdl.com. Such type of program was probably able to gain access to your device while you were installing another desired and supposedly useful app.
This spread technique is called software bundling and it is often used for the distribution of various PUPs like the one that may be causing all these annoying redirects to Magnetdl.com. It is realized via various free third-party programs. The extras are usually hidden in their installers. Since the information about all installer’s components is rarely disclosed properly you might have agreed to install all extras without noticing their presence. A good way to avoid such unwanted issues is to select the Advanced/Custom configuration option. There you could find more details on the installer’s components and eventually opt out the installation of undesired apps.
As of Magnetdl.com redirect, it could affect popular web browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Edge, Opera and Safari. The redirect loads without your permission and it may be set as homepage and new tab page. It may attempt to lure you to allow it to generate intrusive push notifications. Since these notifications are likely to be some kind of online advertisements it is recommendable to keep your browser away from them. Otherwise, you risk to lower the security of your system and make it more vulnerable to malware infections.
An additional impact that could occur without your knowledge is the collection of various data from the affected browser including browsing history, clicks on ads, search queries, IP address, geolocation, version of the installed browser, installed browser extensions, and so on. Data records are likely to be transferred to remote servers and then used for the configuration of aggressive advertising campaigns that could flood your browser with lots of annoying advertisements.
How to Remove Magnetdl.com Browser Redirect
In order to remove Magnetdl.com redirect along with all associated files that enable its appearance in the browser, you should complete several removal steps. In the guide below you will find all removal steps in their precise order. You could choose between manual and automatic removal approaches. In order to fully get rid of this particular undesired program and strengthen the security of your device we recommend you to combine the steps. Have in mind that installed files associated with this redirect may be detected with names different than Magnetdl.com.
In case you have further questions or need additional help with the removal process, don’t hesitate to leave a comment or contact us at our email.
Gergana Ivanova
Gergana has a bachelor's degree in Marketing. She has been with the STF team for five years, researching malware, reporting on the latest computer infections, and following digital marketing trends.
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- Guide 1: How to Remove Magnetdl.com from Windows.
- Guide 2: Get rid of Magnetdl.com from Mac OS X.
- Guide 3: Remove Magnetdl.com from Google Chrome.
- Guide 4: Erase Magnetdl.com from Mozilla Firefox.
- Guide 5: Uninstall Magnetdl.com from Microsoft Edge.
- Guide 6: Remove Magnetdl.com from Safari.
- Guide 7: Eliminate Magnetdl.com from Internet Explorer.
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How to Remove Magnetdl.com from Windows.
Step 1: Boot Your PC In Safe Mode to isolate and remove Magnetdl.com
Step 2: Uninstall Magnetdl.com 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:
Follow the instructions above and you will successfully uninstall most programs.Step 3: Clean any registries, created by Magnetdl.com 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 Magnetdl.com there. This can happen by following the steps underneath:
Tip: To find a virus-created value, you can right-click on it and click "Modify" to see which file it is set to run. If this is the virus file location, remove the value.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 Magnetdl.com from Mac OS X.
Step 1: Uninstall Magnetdl.com 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 Magnetdl.com 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 malware from your Mac
When you are facing problems on your Mac as a result of unwanted scripts, programs and malware, the recommended way of eliminating the threat is by using an anti-malware program. Combo Cleaner 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 Magnetdl.com 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 Magnetdl.com 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 Magnetdl.com 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 Magnetdl.com 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 Magnetdl.com will be removed.
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Eliminate Magnetdl.com 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.
