WowMovix(.)com is the main page for the WowMovix browser hijacker. To remove this unwanted program and everything related to it, you should read the whole article carefully.
This hijacker will change your browsers’ search engine, homepage and new tab setting. You will be redirected to affiliates of the hijacker or other sites. Search results can show misleading results and sponsored content. There are browser extensions connected to the hijacker.
Name | WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com |
Type | Browser Hijacker, PUP |
Short Description | Your browsers will have their homepage, new tab setting and search engine changed. |
Symptoms | Sets a custom browser homepage and new tab setting. Browsers have a new search engine. You will be redirected when doing searches. Results show targeted content. |
Distribution Method | Freeware Installers, Bundled Packages, Google Web Store |
Detection Tool | Download Malware Removal Tool, to See If Your System Has Been Affected by malware |
User Experience | Join our forum to discuss WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com. |
WowMovix(.)com – Spread
WowMovix(.)com is often spread via third-party installations. The hijacker might get inside your PC secretly, because it hides in freeware installations and bundle packages. The packages have additional components selected for installation. Frequently undisclosed, those components install WowMovix(.)com. Preventing that is possible if in a Custom or an Advanced settings menu there is an option to see what is going to be installed and deselect it.
There are many browser extensions and add-ons connected with the WowMovix(.)com hijacker. Here are a few of them:
- WoMovix Start
- Search by WowMovix
- WowDownload Search
The most widespread one is Search by WowMovix. Unfortunately all of these extensions can be found on the Google Web Store as shown below:
The hijacker also spreads through advertisements, like banners or pop-ups, and from visiting unknown sites. Such websites, which have a low reputation, are often affiliates of the hijacker’s developers. Browsers that are affected – Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Safari.
WowMovix(.)com – More Information
WowMovix(.)com is the main page of a browser hijacker. After it gets on your computer, it will change settings like your DNS and the homepage, new tab and search engine on your browsers.
Unfortunately, there are browser extensions related to the hijacker, helping it to gain more popularity. All of them can do the following modifications:
- Read and change all your data on the websites you visit
- Read and change your browsing history
- Read and change your bookmarks
- Change your search settings to: movix(.)searchalgo(.)com
- Manage your apps, add-ons, extensions and themes
These extensions usually come bundled with software installed on your computer, but most of the widespread ones are also on the Google Web Store. These extensions can further redirect you to sites affiliated with WowMovix. The three sites that you will inevitably be redirected to are:
→Wowmovix(.)com
→Wowmovix(.)gomovix(.)com/movies/
→Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com
All of your search queries will be filtered through one of these domains. The main one which also is featured as the search engine and new tab is Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com. You can be redirected to Yahoo in some cases and see targeted content and misleading results from searches. Among the search results there can be advertising, like in-text links, for example:
Advertisements might redirect you more than once, whatever their kind is – pop-ups, links, pop-unders, in-text-links, banners or others. From the redirects, you will land on different webpages, that may gain revenue from that based on a pay-per-click scheme.
The Privacy Policy of WowMovix(.)com is transparent that both personally and non-personally identifiable information may be collected. Also, messages you send to your friends or whatever information you type in using any of the applications and services of WowMovix, will all be gathered.
Information that may be collected according to the policy:
- Your name
- Your address
- Your telephone number
- E-mail addresses
- Country of origin
- Your nickname
- Your website
- Company and title in the company
- Your Facebook and/or Google account
- Data used from a questionnaire, subscription form or a contest entry form
Just from using the services of WowMovix(.)com gives your consent for your data to be collected. Be careful, as that also may include accounts of your social profiles. Everything may be shared with third parties.
Remove WowMovix(.)com Completely
To remove WowMovix(.)com manually from your computer, follow the step-by-step removal instructions provided below. If the manual removal does not get rid of the browser hijacker and its components completely, you should search for and remove any leftovers with an advanced anti-malware tool. Such software will keep your machine secure in the future.
Delete WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com from Windows and Your Browser
Remove WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com automatically by downloading an advanced anti-malware program.
- Windows
- Mac OS X
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Microsoft Edge
- Safari
- Internet Explorer
- Stop Push Pop-ups
How to Remove WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com from Windows.
Step 1: Scan for WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com with SpyHunter Anti-Malware Tool
Step 2: Boot Your PC In Safe Mode
Step 3: Uninstall WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com and related software from Windows
Uninstall Steps for Windows 11
Uninstall Steps for Windows 10 and Older Versions
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 4: Clean Any registries, Created by WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com on Your PC.
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 WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)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.
Video Removal Guide for WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com (Windows).
Get rid of WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com from Mac OS X.
Step 1: Uninstall WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com and remove related files and objects
Your Mac will then show you a list of items that start automatically when you log in. Look for any suspicious apps identical or similar to WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com. Check the app you want to stop from running automatically and then select on the Minus (“-“) icon to hide it.
- 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 WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)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 WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com files from your Mac
When you are facing problems on your Mac as a result of unwanted scripts and programs such as WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com, 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.
Video Removal Guide for WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com (Mac)
Remove WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)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.
Erase WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)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.
Uninstall WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)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.
Remove WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)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 WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com will be removed.
Eliminate WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)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.
Remove Push Notifications from Your Browsers
Turn Off Push Notifications from Google Chrome
To disable any Push Notices from Google Chrome browser, please follow the steps below:
Step 1: Go to Settings in Chrome.
Step 2: In Settings, select “Advanced Settings”:
Step 3: Click “Content Settings”:
Step 4: Open “Notifications”:
Step 5: Click the three dots and choose Block, Edit or Remove options:
Remove Push Notifications on Firefox
Step 1: Go to Firefox Options.
Step 2: Go to “Settings”, type “notifications” in the search bar and click "Settings":
Step 3: Click “Remove” on any site you wish notifications gone and click “Save Changes”
Stop Push Notifications on Opera
Step 1: In Opera, press ALT+P to go to Settings.
Step 2: In Setting search, type “Content” to go to Content Settings.
Step 3: Open Notifications:
Step 4: Do the same as you did with Google Chrome (explained below):
Eliminate Push Notifications on Safari
Step 1: Open Safari Preferences.
Step 2: Choose the domain from where you like push pop-ups gone and change to "Deny" from "Allow".
WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com-FAQ
What Is WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com?
The WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com threat is adware or browser redirect virus.
It may slow your computer down significantly and display advertisements. The main idea is for your information to likely get stolen or more ads to appear on your device.
The creators of such unwanted apps work with pay-per-click schemes to get your computer to visit risky or different types of websites that may generate them funds. This is why they do not even care what types of websites show up on the ads. This makes their unwanted software indirectly risky for your OS.
What Are the Symptoms of WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com?
There are several symptoms to look for when this particular threat and also unwanted apps in general are active:
Symptom #1: Your computer may become slow and have poor performance in general.
Symptom #2: You have toolbars, add-ons or extensions on your web browsers that you don't remember adding.
Symptom #3: You see all types of ads, like ad-supported search results, pop-ups and redirects to randomly appear.
Symptom #4: You see installed apps on your Mac running automatically and you do not remember installing them.
Symptom #5: You see suspicious processes running in your Task Manager.
If you see one or more of those symptoms, then security experts recommend that you check your computer for viruses.
What Types of Unwanted Programs Are There?
According to most malware researchers and cyber-security experts, the threats that can currently affect your device can be rogue antivirus software, adware, browser hijackers, clickers, fake optimizers and any forms of PUPs.
What to Do If I Have a "virus" like WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com?
With few simple actions. First and foremost, it is imperative that you follow these steps:
Step 1: Find a safe computer and connect it to another network, not the one that your Mac was infected in.
Step 2: Change all of your passwords, starting from your email passwords.
Step 3: Enable two-factor authentication for protection of your important accounts.
Step 4: Call your bank to change your credit card details (secret code, etc.) if you have saved your credit card for online shopping or have done online activities with your card.
Step 5: Make sure to call your ISP (Internet provider or carrier) and ask them to change your IP address.
Step 6: Change your Wi-Fi password.
Step 7: (Optional): Make sure to scan all of the devices connected to your network for viruses and repeat these steps for them if they are affected.
Step 8: Install anti-malware software with real-time protection on every device you have.
Step 9: Try not to download software from sites you know nothing about and stay away from low-reputation websites in general.
If you follow these recommendations, your network and all devices will become significantly more secure against any threats or information invasive software and be virus free and protected in the future too.
How Does WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com Work?
Once installed, WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com can collect data using trackers. This data is about your web browsing habits, such as the websites you visit and the search terms you use. It is then used to target you with ads or to sell your information to third parties.
WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com can also download other malicious software onto your computer, such as viruses and spyware, which can be used to steal your personal information and show risky ads, that may redirect to virus sites or scams.
Is WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com Malware?
The truth is that PUPs (adware, browser hijackers) are not viruses, but may be just as dangerous since they may show you and redirect you to malware websites and scam pages.
Many security experts classify potentially unwanted programs as malware. This is because of the unwanted effects that PUPs can cause, such as displaying intrusive ads and collecting user data without the user’s knowledge or consent.
About the WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com Research
The content we publish on SensorsTechForum.com, this WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com how-to removal guide included, is the outcome of extensive research, hard work and our team’s devotion to help you remove the specific, adware-related problem, and restore your browser and computer system.
How did we conduct the research on WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com?
Please note that our research is based on independent investigation. We are in contact with independent security researchers, thanks to which we receive daily updates on the latest malware, adware, and browser hijacker definitions.
Furthermore, the research behind the WowMovix(.)com, Movix(.)searchalgo(.)com threat is backed with VirusTotal.
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