Myhome.parallaxsearch.com virus

Myhome.parallaxsearch.com is a domain related to browser hijacking activities on your device

Myhome.parallaxsearch.com is URL users may find attached to the homepage and new tab of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, MS Edge, or another browser, seemingly out of nowhere. However, the reason for this is a potentially unwanted program that was installed on the system by the user – either intentionally or not.

After the Myhome.parallaxsearch.com hijack, users might also notice that their search engine is set to Live Start Page or Parallax Search, and all the search results are filled with sponsored links, as well as ads within the page. This guarantees that most infected users would click on sponsored links instead of organic search results – the activity provides monetary benefit for the browser hijacker^[1] authors. It is also important to note that Myhome.parallaxsearch.com is set to gather a variety of information about users’ web browsing habits.

Myhome.parallaxsearch.com hijacker is usually installed as additional components with freeware^[2] or shareware. While for most users, it may seem like the PUP appeared out of nowhere, it is ultimately them who agree to install it, so these intruders cannot be called malware. Despite that, not many are happy to see the unforeseen changes of their web browsers, as well as increased amounts of ads.

After the infiltration, it might change your default search engine to one of these domains:

Once these changes are made, you will be forbidden to access other search providers from the homepage. It happens because the hijacker might install helper objects, modify Windows Registry or shortcuts. Thus, in order to get back access to your browser, you have to remove Myhome.parallaxsearch.com.

What is more, parallaxsearch might integrate third-party advertisements^[3] into the search results or display on any website you visit. This activity is a part of program’s monetization strategy. By redirecting users to the affiliate sites, authors of the hijacker get pay-per-click profit.

Myhome.parallaxsearch.com is a potentially unwanted program that redirects search queries to Live Start Page.

Myhome.parallaxsearch.com is a potentially unwanted program that redirects search queries to Live Start Page.

However, Myhome.parallaxsearch.com redirect tendencies are concerning. While some of the third-party ads can be entirely secure to click on, others can lead to suspicious websites, where you can find links to even more questionable or malware-laden websites. It can be very hard to separate secure sites and harmless content from untrustworthy ones, therefore, be very careful.

In order to make ads more interesting, Myhome.parallaxsearch.com virus gathers specific information that summarizes user’s browsing habits, for example, search and browsing history, type of browser and operating system, clicks on online advertisements and links, search queries, etc.

Based on the gathered details, it picks up targeted ads from third-party partners. Of course, it needs to share such “statistical” data with them, but think if you really want to disclose such information to unknown parties. If not, you should perform Myhome.parallaxsearch.com removal with the help of our instructions below.

Due to Myhome.parallaxsearch.com hijacking activities, security experts highly recommend to reset all the installed web browsers and also scan the system with anti-malware, as well as repair tool Reimage Reimage Cleaner .

Users can avoid the hijack if they install new programs correctly

The unwanted program hijack might occur when users do not pay attention to freeware or shareware installation. Developers of the PUP rely on the same old software bundling method. However, you can avoid this and other undesired apps by following these simple tips:

• Install programs only from trustworthy Internet pages.
• Do not install software or updates from pop-up ads.
• Read the Privacy Policy, EULA, and other provided documents to make sure that you do not agree to install third-party software.
• Choose Advanced/Custom settings instead of Quick/Standard.
• Unmark all third-party programs, extensions and other “optional downloads.”^[4]

The hijacker has already caused numerous problems for the users in the United States and several European countries, such as Bulgaria^[5] and Hungary. Thus, you should be careful with software installation no matter where you live.

Myhome.parallaxsearch.com search results are not organic – multiple sponsored links can be seen at the top

Myhome.parallaxsearch.com search results are not organic – multiple sponsored links can be seen at the top

Uninstall Myhome.parallaxsearch.com and reset browser’s settings

You can find manual Myhome.parallaxsearch.com removal instructions presented at the end of the article. By following them, you will need to investigate the system and wipe out all questionable files, programs, or extensions from the browser. Note that, while not mandatory, web browser reset is highly recommended because browser hijackers often change the settings that may remain even after you eliminate the PUP.

However, you can choose the easiest way and remove Myhome.parallaxsearch.com automatically using anti-spyware software. All you have to do is to install security software, update it, and run a full system scan.

You may remove virus damage with a help of Reimage Reimage Cleaner . SpyHunter 5Combo Cleaner and Malwarebytes are recommended to detect potentially unwanted programs and viruses with all their files and registry entries that are related to them.

Get rid of Myhome.parallaxsearch.com from Windows systems

Below, you can find a manual hijacker’s removal guide. Follow the instructions carefully to wipe out all suspicious entries.

1. Click Start → Control Panel → Programs and Features (if you are Windows XP user, click on Add/Remove Programs). Windows 10 / Windows 8 user, then right-click in the lower left corner of the screen. Once Quick Access Menu shows up, select Control Panel and Uninstall a Program.
2. Uninstall Myhome.parallaxsearch.com and related programs
   Here, look for Myhome.parallaxsearch.com or any other recently installed suspicious programs.
3. Uninstall them and click OK to save these changes.
4. Remove Myhome.parallaxsearch.com from Windows shortcuts
   Right click on the shortcut of Mozilla Firefox and select Properties.
5. Go to Shortcut tab and look at the Target field. Delete malicious URL that is related to your virus.

Repeat steps that are given above with all browsers’ shortcuts, including Internet Explorer and Google Chrome. Make sure you check all locations of these shortcuts, including Desktop, Start Menu and taskbar.

Eliminate Myhome.parallaxsearch.com from Mac OS X system

1. If you are using OS X, click Go button at the top left of the screen and select Applications.
2. Wait until you see Applications folder and look for Myhome.parallaxsearch.com or any other suspicious programs on it. Now right click on every of such entries and select Move to Trash.

Delete Myhome.parallaxsearch.com from Internet Explorer (IE)

Follow these steps to clean Internet Explorer after the hijack:

1. Remove dangerous add-ons
   Open Internet Explorer, click on the Gear icon (IE menu) on the top right corner of the browser and choose Manage Add-ons.
2. You will see a Manage Add-ons window. Here, look for Myhome.parallaxsearch.com and other suspicious plugins. Disable these entries by clicking Disable:
3. Change your homepage if it was altered by virus:
   Click on the gear icon (menu) on the top right corner of the browser and select Internet Options. Stay in General tab.
4. Here, remove malicious URL and enter preferable domain name. Click Apply to save changes.
5. Reset Internet Explorer
   Click on the gear icon (menu) again and select Internet options. Go to Advanced tab.
6. Here, select Reset.
7. When in the new window, check Delete personal settings and select Reset again to complete Myhome.parallaxsearch.com removal.

Remove Myhome.parallaxsearch.com virus from Microsoft Edge

After the hijack, these guidelines will help you to reset Microsoft Edge:

Reset Microsoft Edge settings (Method 1):

1. Launch Microsoft Edge app and click More (three dots at the top right corner of the screen).
2. Click Settings to open more options.
3. Once Settings window shows up, click Choose what to clear button under Clear browsing data option.
4. Here, select all what you want to remove and click Clear.
5. Now you should right-click on the Start button (Windows logo). Here, select Task Manager.
6. When in Processes tab, search for Microsoft Edge.
7. Right-click on it and choose Go to details option. If can’t see Go to details option, click More details and repeat previous steps.
8. When Details tab shows up, find every entry with Microsoft Edge name in it. Right click on each of them and select End Task to end these entries.

Resetting Microsoft Edge browser (Method 2):

If Method 1 failed to help you, you need to use an advanced Edge reset method.

1. Note: you need to backup your data before using this method.
2. Find this folder on your computer: C:\Users\%username%\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge_8wekyb3d8bbwe.
3. Select every entry which is saved on it and right click with your mouse. Then Delete option.
4. Click the Start button (Windows logo) and type in window power in Search my stuff line.
5. Right-click the Windows PowerShell entry and choose Run as administrator.
6. Once Administrator: Windows PowerShell window shows up, paste this command line after PS C:\WINDOWS\system32> and press Enter:
   

   Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers -Name Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml -Verbose}

   

Once these steps are finished, Myhome.parallaxsearch.com should be removed from your Microsoft Edge browser.

Erase Myhome.parallaxsearch.com from Mozilla Firefox (FF)

Uninstall suspicious add-ons and reset Firefox in order to get rid of Myhome.parallaxsearch.com.

1. Remove dangerous extensions
   Open Mozilla Firefox, click on the menu icon (top right corner) and select Add-ons → Extensions.
2. Here, select Myhome.parallaxsearch.com and other questionable plugins. Click Remove to delete these entries.
3. Change your homepage if it was altered by virus:
   Click on the menu (top right corner), choose Options → General.
4. Here, delete malicious URL and enter preferable website or click Restore to default.
5. Click OK to save these changes.
6. Reset Mozilla Firefox
   Click on the Firefox menu on the top left and click on the question mark. Here, choose Troubleshooting Information.
7. Now you will see Reset Firefox to its default state message with Reset Firefox button. Click this button for several times and complete Myhome.parallaxsearch.com removal.

Uninstall Myhome.parallaxsearch.com from Google Chrome

Remove unknown browser extensions and reset Google Chrome. Then you will be able to set your preferred domain instead of Myhome.parallaxsearch.com.

1. Delete malicious plugins
   Open Google Chrome, click on the menu icon (top right corner) and select Tools → Extensions.
2. Here, select Myhome.parallaxsearch.com and other malicious plugins and select trash icon to delete these entries.
3. Change your homepage and default search engine if it was altered by your virus
   Click on menu icon and choose Settings.
4. Here, look for the Open a specific page or set of pages under On startup option and click on Set pages.
5. Now you should see another window. Here, delete malicious search sites and enter the one that you want to use as your homepage.
6. Click on menu icon again and choose Settings → Manage Search engines under the Search section.
7. When in Search Engines…, remove malicious search sites. You should leave only Google or your preferred domain name.
8. Reset Google Chrome
   Click on menu icon on the top right of your Google Chrome and select Settings.
9. Scroll down to the end of the page and click on Reset browser settings.
10. Click Reset to confirm this action and complete Myhome.parallaxsearch.com removal.

Get rid of Myhome.parallaxsearch.com from Safari

1. Remove dangerous extensions
   Open Safari web browser and click on Safari in menu at the top left of the screen. Once you do this, select Preferences.
2. Here, select Extensions and look for Myhome.parallaxsearch.com or other suspicious entries. Click on the Uninstall button to get rid each of them.
3. Change your homepage if it was altered by virus:
   Open your Safari web browser and click on Safari in menu section. Here, select Preferences as it was displayed previously and select General.
4. Here, look at the Homepage field. If it was altered by Myhome.parallaxsearch.com, remove unwanted link and enter the one that you want to use for your searches. Remember to include the “http://” before typing in the address of the page.
5. Reset Safari
   Open Safari browser and click on Safari in menu section at the top left of the screen. Here, select Reset Safari….
6. Now you will see a detailed dialog window filled with reset options. All of those options are usually checked, but you can specify which of them you want to reset. Click the Reset button to complete Myhome.parallaxsearch.com removal process.