MyWebSearch is an advertising Browser Helper Object that consists of an add-on to Internet explorer that tracks the text users put into a search field. MyWebSearch hijacks users’ homepage temporarily, redirecting it to MyWebSearch.com, an access page that hosts the search field, so as to constitute an aggressive advertising practice. MyWebSearch can also manifest as a voluntarily downloaded toolbar that displays links to purportedly useful service and also hosts an Ask.com search field.
MyWebSearch, as well as its similarly titled companion app., MyTotalSearch, was published by Ask.com that was previously called AskJeeves.com. The search field in the BHO does not engage in any direct monitoring essentially. Instead, it simply funnels more users to Ask.com, in order to increase the likelihood that a user will click on a sponsored link and create revenue.
How to Get Rid of MyWebSearch?
There are several ways to detect and remove MyWebSearch. The method you choose should be based on your own comfort and computer skill level. You can evaluate the methods below and choose which suits you best. Learn more on MyWebSearch Manual Removal Instructions.
