EmojiSearch

If you often use emoji in your online conversations, you must have come across multiple websites and even applications that help users keep their favorite emoji icons right next to them. EmojiSearch is one of such applications, but computer security experts would like to point out that this app, in particular, is a potentially unwanted program. It does not mean that it is a computer infection. It is just that sometimes users may install such apps accidentally and then experience something one would avoid. If you are one of those users, you can remove EmojiSearch following the instructions you will find below this description.

When it comes to such browser extensions, there are at least a few ways for them to enter target systems. Since they are not malicious infections, they do not need to hide their presence or employ surreptitious distribution methods. For example, EmojiSearch has an official website, and it is even available at the Chrome Web Store. So it would be too far-fetched to say that this application is a malicious infection. Of course, the official sources are not the only websites that distribute this program. It is also possible that this app comes bundled with other freeware applications.

Freeware apps are often available at third-party file-sharing websites. Another thing about such websites is that third-party installers found on such pages often bundle several applications together. For instance, you may think that you are downloading one program, but in reality, the installer might bring several other programs. If you go through the installation without paying attention to all the steps, it is only natural that unwanted programs like EmojiSearch get added to your system. So it clearly shows that your web browsing habits are really important if you want to ensure your computer’s safety.

Now, if we were to focus on the application itself, we can find more information about it on its homepage. Although the page is very simple, it does give you the choice of either adding EmojiSearch to your Chrome browser or not. It also says that “digital communication isn’t just about words anymore, we now have a wide range of emoji to help us express ourselves when words just aren’t enough.” And it continues to say that “EmojiSearch is a powerful browser extension that gives you quick access to the wide range of emoji you can use.” So if you are very much so into online communication, this browser extension might be your next best tool.

That is, of course, if you wanted to have it on your computer in the first place. What we deal with here are mostly unwanted and accidental installations that occur when users are not careful about what they download and what they click. What’s more, EmojiSearch may also look like a potential threat, especially if it pops up on your browser out of the blue. However, once again, we would like to emphasize that such extensions NEED your permission to be added to your browser, so they cannot enter your system unless you allow them to.

Are there any side effects of having EmojiSearch on-board? Perhaps the most annoying thing about this extension is that it changes your default search engine. Your web searches get redirected to feed.emoji-search.com, and then you land on a modified Yahoo! Search page. Of course, it is more annoying than dangerous, but with your default search engine modified, there is always a chance that you could get exposed to the potentially corrupted content. And if that happens, it is only a matter of time until a really dangerous program enters your computer.

Therefore, it is important to terminate all the unwanted applications if you want to protect your system from harm. EmojiSearch just happens to be one of such apps, especially if you did not plan to install it. You can delete the extension through browser’s settings menu, and it does not leave any leftovers. However, if you want to be absolutely sure, you can always run a full system scan with the SpyHunter free scanner. After all, there might be more plug-ins or programs that entered your system accidentally, so you need to take care of them all at once. For more information, please do not hesitate to leave us a comment.

How to Remove EmojiSearch

1. Open the Chrome browser.
2. Press Alt+F and go to More tools.
3. Click Extensions on the drop-down menu.
4. Remove EmojiSearch from the list.
5. Restart your browser.