my search engine is stuck on bing

My search engine is stuck on bing, I have tried resetting it to google multiple times but it just stays on bing.

Posted on Apr 15, 2018 11:40 PM

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Posted on Apr 16, 2018 3:52 AM

Please take all these steps.


1. Use 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.


2. Disable all extensions and test.


Turnoff or uninstall extensions that you have not knowingly installed.


Section: Manage extensions: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/use-safari-extensions-sfri32508/mac


3. Choose a search engine.

Delete all text in the Smart Search field, click the magnifying glass , then choose a search engine from the list.

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


4. Set your Home Page. https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac


5. Restart your Mac.


6. Launch Safari holding the Shift key down.

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Apr 16, 2018 3:52 AM in response to Chloeeeb

Please take all these steps.


1. Use 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.


2. Disable all extensions and test.


Turnoff or uninstall extensions that you have not knowingly installed.


Section: Manage extensions: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/use-safari-extensions-sfri32508/mac


3. Choose a search engine.

Delete all text in the Smart Search field, click the magnifying glass , then choose a search engine from the list.

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


4. Set your Home Page. https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac


5. Restart your Mac.


6. Launch Safari holding the Shift key down.

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