Remove MovieSearchOnline

MovieSearchOnline is a browser extension, which may appear legitimate and helpful at first sight. Users often come across it while looking for free movie streams or other streaming media – sports events, concerts, etc. In short, users will encounter MovieSearchOnline when trying to pirate media content. This add-on may promise to provide them with the content they are looking for. However, once someone installs MovieSearchOnline, their Web browser's settings will immediately undergo some changes. This extension behaves like a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP.) It does not introduce valuable features, it makes annoying changes, and it may be difficult to remove.

What does MovieSearchOnline Change?

Once running, this add-on will replace the default new tab page and search engine. It sets the former to Portal.moviesearchonline.com, while the latter is set to Feed.moviesearchonline.com. Regardless of which URL you use, you will end up seeing low-quality search results. Often, these poor-quality search engines may contain extra ads, deliver misleading content, or even show up sponsored results on top.

Trying to restore your browser settings back to their previous values may not work. MovieSearchOnline will prevent you from doing so. This is why your first action should be to ensure the full removal of this Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP.) While it might be possible to do this manually, this is not the best way to deal with intrusive software. Sometimes, their uninstaller might not work flawlessly, and there might be leftover files. That's why our recommendation is to run an antivirus software suite. These scanners help remove not just high-profile malware but also minor intruders like MovieSearchOnline. You should also consider using such security software for long-term protection to ensure that apps like this one will not give you any trouble.