Deleting BING
No matter what I try, can't get rid of BING! need help
MacBook Air 13", macOS 10.14
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No matter what I try, can't get rid of BING! need help
MacBook Air 13", macOS 10.14
1. Remove Adware
Run the latest release of Malwarebytes for Mac to remove malware/adware installed on your Mac.
For instructions: Install Malwarebytes for Mac Uninstall Malwarebytes for Mac
Click the “Scan Now” button. Once done, quit Malwarebytes for Mac.
Restart the computer and relaunch Safari holding the shift key down.
Repeat the scan couple of times.
2. Additional steps to take if necessary
1. Remove unknown extensions: Safari > Preferences > Extensions
https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/use-safari-extensions-sfri32508/mac
2. Reset search engine: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac
1. Remove Adware
Run the latest release of Malwarebytes for Mac to remove malware/adware installed on your Mac.
For instructions: Install Malwarebytes for Mac Uninstall Malwarebytes for Mac
Click the “Scan Now” button. Once done, quit Malwarebytes for Mac.
Restart the computer and relaunch Safari holding the shift key down.
Repeat the scan couple of times.
2. Additional steps to take if necessary
1. Remove unknown extensions: Safari > Preferences > Extensions
https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/use-safari-extensions-sfri32508/mac
2. Reset search engine: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac
If necessary, follow the manual instructions. Do not download any other programs that are listed in the articles.
https://www.2-spyware.com/remove-bing-redirect-virus.html
Bing is one of four options you can use as the default search site. It's a part of Safari that can't be removed.
Deleting BING