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How do I get rid of Alphashopper search in Safari?

I have removed all the dodgy extensions and application from my mac however whenever I search something in the google search i get redirected to alphashopper search immediately! Any tips please?

MacBook Air 13", macOS 10.14

Posted on Jul 16, 2019 12:16 AM

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Posted on Jul 16, 2019 3:50 AM

 1. Remove Adware


     Run  the latest release of Malwarebytes for Mac to remove malware/adware, if 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. Reset search engine:    https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac

  2. Reset  Homepage.   https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac 

  3. Restart your Mac. Relaunch Safari holding the Shift key down.      

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Jul 16, 2019 3:50 AM in response to Farnaz187

 1. Remove Adware


     Run  the latest release of Malwarebytes for Mac to remove malware/adware, if 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. Reset search engine:    https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac

  2. Reset  Homepage.   https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac 

  3. Restart your Mac. Relaunch Safari holding the Shift key down.      

How do I get rid of Alphashopper search in Safari?

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