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Why is safari using Bing instead of Google as I have it set in preferences

Why is safari using Bing instead of Google as I have it set in preferences



I have my preferences set as shown. When I start a search, Safari gets transferred to Bing. I am not happy. I figure it must be something that Microsoft Office has done, but I cannot find any setting to correct.

As far as I know, I haven't changed anything.

MacBook Pro 13", 10.13

Posted on Jan 27, 2019 10:28 AM

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Posted on Jan 27, 2019 11:18 AM

Usually this happens when adware is installed on your Mac.


 1. Use  the latest release of MalwareBytes for Mac to remove malware/adware.


     Install guide:       https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1817

     Uninstall Guide:  https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1190


     The installer may ask you to allow it in Security & Privacy  /System Preference. Allow it.

     Click the “Scan Now” button. Once done quit Malwarebytes for Mac.

     Restart the computer, relaunch Safari holding the shift key down.


2. Additional steps to take if necessary.


   Reset search engine:    https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac


   Reset  Homepage.   https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac


    Remove unknown extensions: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/use-safari-extensions-sfri32508/mac

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Jan 27, 2019 11:18 AM in response to TTeddyau

Usually this happens when adware is installed on your Mac.


 1. Use  the latest release of MalwareBytes for Mac to remove malware/adware.


     Install guide:       https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1817

     Uninstall Guide:  https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1190


     The installer may ask you to allow it in Security & Privacy  /System Preference. Allow it.

     Click the “Scan Now” button. Once done quit Malwarebytes for Mac.

     Restart the computer, relaunch Safari holding the shift key down.


2. Additional steps to take if necessary.


   Reset search engine:    https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac


   Reset  Homepage.   https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac


    Remove unknown extensions: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/use-safari-extensions-sfri32508/mac

Why is safari using Bing instead of Google as I have it set in preferences

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