Search-select.co

When your default search engine is set to Search-select.co, your browser’s window surely looks nice, right? It comes with a picturesque background and lets you choose your main search engine, so it might seem that this program is associated with popular search providers. However, that is only a part of the picture. The search engine it is using (like Bing, for example), have nothing in common with this browser hijacker. What’s more, this program could easily enter your computer behind your back, so that should be the biggest spur to remove it. For detailed removal instructions, please scroll down to the bottom of this description.

This browser hijacker comes with an extension that is also added to your browser. So far, we have found that Search-select.co works only with the Chrome browser. On the other hand, there might be other unwanted programs entering your system with this hijacker, so just because you do not use Chrome, that is no reason to relax. Why do we mention other unwanted applications here? That is because browser hijacker and other similar programs usually tend to travel with various “partners.” You must have noticed already that Search-select.co does not have a direct distribution source.

If this program had an official direct download link, it probably would not cause that much confusion. But now users often do not know how Search-select.co was added to their browser, and they think they have been infected with malware. Of course, a browser hijacker is an annoying infection, but it is far from being a genuine malicious application. What’s more, it is very likely that you installed it on your PC yourself. It happens quite often because users do not recognize the danger behind random pop-ups and freeware installers. Also, it is possible to get infected with this program if you do not employ safe web browsing habits.

Our research staff says that this hijacker should spread through a variety of pop-ups displayed by adware and potentially unwanted applications. So, if that is really the case, it means you have installed a bunch of unnecessary programs on your computer before this hijacker entered it. Perhaps you needed some application, and you decided to download it from a third-party source. Whichever it might have been, the bottom line is that you must have installed the programs that lead other risky invasions yourself. That is why computer security experts emphasize just how important it is to remain attentive during software installation.

When Search-select.co enters your computer, it changes your new tab and homepage settings. It also says that with this new extension you will be able to “manage your search results, your way.” Then it goes to say that “Search Select is the simplest way to switch between your favorite search engines, right from the address bar and new tab page.”

Perhaps the ability to switch between search engines is nice, but the question is, do you really need it? Not to mention, this browser hijacker will most probably collect data on your browsing history because that is the main method that allows this program to generate money. Naturally, Search-select.co does not steal your banking logins and passwords. Instead, the application may redirect you to particular websites or display the commercial content you are expected to click.

Browser hijackers and adware applications usually generate a financial profit via the pay-per-click system. This is a very common scheme that is utilized by multiple advertisers out there. It is not illegal, and it does not bring high profits unless you have really big user traffic. However, there are specific shortcomings you should have in mind.

The problem is that Search-select.co does not have a say in what third-party content it promotes. This is a security loop that hackers and cyber criminals often exploit to distribute malware. In the worst-case scenario, you could be exposed to dangerous websites that collect your data for malicious purposes. You might also get infected with severely malevolent programs like ransomware or Trojans. Thus, you need to take all the potential risks into consideration and terminate Search-select.co right now.

You will be able to remove Search-select.co from your browser by following the instructions you find below. You should also get yourself a legitimate antispyware application that would ensure your system is fully protected against similar hijackers and other threats.

How to Delete Search-select.co

1. Launch the Chrome browser.
2. Press Alt+F and select More tools.
3. Click Extensions and select Search Select.
4. Press Delete and restart the browser.