How to remove GeniusBox Movies from your browser
GeniusBox Movies is the name of a GeniusBox adware browser extension that displays pop-up ads and sponsored search results that say “Ad by GeniusBox” on them. The extension is recognized as adware. GeniusBox Movies adware usually attaches to an affected internet browser by using stealth and misleading tactics; either by promoting itself as something it is not or by hitching a ride with third-party trojan downloaders. The adware will additionally bundle or be promoted alongside other unwanted programs and malware.
The GeniusBox Movies extension is known to collect user browsing data (content on visited webpages, browser history, bookmarks, etc.), serve advertisements to the user in their web browser and Windows desktop, and change existing internet browser settings, which will cause affected web browsers to start-up on and redirect to sponsored webpages. Once a computer has become infected with the “GeniusBox Movies virus” it will immediately edit Windows registry and make modifications to the computer system in order to run every time Windows starts and remain enabled in the background. Multiple processes including GeniusBox Movies.exe will remain active in Windows Task Manager and the associated files can enable themselves if manually ended.
GeniusBox Movies adware will display generic pop-ups ads, in-text style ads, and sponsored search results on the internet when you search the web or browser webpages. It can also show a large bar at the top of Windows desktop similar to Bubble Suite that contains links and a search box. Various user details may also be obtained by the adware and used for a several different purposes. The data collection is described in the product’s Privacy Policy and allotted permissions if a browser attachment is present.
GeniusBox Movies Removal Guide
GeniusBox Movies can be uninstalled manually from your computer and internet browser. We have provided several steps below the article to show you how remove GeniusBox Movies and other threats. However, if you have clicked on any random ads or have been redirected to suspicious websites, your system may have been exposed to malware and other threats. To make sure your PC is completely clean and your information is protected from cyber criminals, we recommend that you follow all the steps below.
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- Step 1: Uninstall GeniusBox Movies from Windows
- Step 2: Remove unwanted browser attachments
- Step 3: Remove GeniusBox Movies virus with Malwarebytes
- Step 4: Remove GeniusBox Movies malware with HitmanPro
- Step 5: Clean and repair your computer with CCleaner
Step 1: Uninstall GeniusBox Movies from Windows
Follow the instructions to uninstall GeniusBox Movies and other programs that it may bundle with from your Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10 computer. If you do not find GeniusBox Movies installed on your computer but still notice unwanted symptoms such as pop-up ads while you browse the web it is recommended to use Malwarebytes and HitmanPro to eradicate troublesome files.
1. Open Windows Start or Task menu and go to the Control Panel (or directly to Programs and Features).
2. In the “Programs” section click Uninstall a program (or Add and remove programs).
3. Search for GeniusBox Movies and other programs in the list of installed programs and double click the program you want to remove to uninstall it. You can also select GeniusBox Movies with your mouse and click the Uninstall button once it appears. Once you have uninstalled GeniusBox Movies look for other unwanted programs in the list of installed programs and uninstall any if they are found. A general tip is to click “Installed On” to locate any programs that installed around the same time.
Step 2: Remove unwanted browser attachments
Follow the instructions to remove GeniusBox Movies add-ons and extensions, as well as other attachments that it may bundle with from Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Internet Explorer & Edge, and Apple Safari. If you do not find a GeniusBox Movies attachments installed on your internet browser but still notice unwanted symptoms such as pop-up ads while you browse the web it is recommended to use Malwarebytes and HitmanPro to eradicate troublesome files. To remove GeniusBox Movies from Microsoft internet browsers you must uninstall the program.
Google Chrome
1. Click the Customize and control Google Chrome icon and go to More tools > Extensions.
2. Search for the GeniusBox Movies extension in the list and click the trashcan icon.
Mozilla Firefox
1. Open the Menu and click Add-ons.
2. Search for the GeniusBox Movies add-on and click Remove.
Apple Safari
1. Go to Safari > Preferences > Extensions.
2. Search for the GeniusBox Movies extension in the list and click the Uninstall button.
Step 3: Remove GeniusBox Movies virus with Malwarebytes
Follow the instructions to remove GeniusBox Movies with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware software.
1. Download and install Malwarebytes Anti-Malware software.
2. Launch Malwarebytes Anti-Malware software once it has finished installing.
3. Make sure that Malwarebytes has been updated. To ensure it is updated click Update Now on the Dashboard.
4. Click the large Scan Now button on the dashboard to perform a scan with Malwarebytes Anti-Malware software.
5. When the scan is complete click the Remove Selected button and then click the Finish button or restart your computer if Malwarebytes suggests that you do so.
Step 4: Remove GeniusBox Movies malware with HitmanPro
Follow the instructions to remove GeniusBox Movies with HitmanPro second-opinion software.
1. Download and install HitmanPro second opinion scanner and removal tool.
3. Once Hitman Pro is installed, open the program and click Next to start scanning your computer. *If you are using the free version you may chose to create a copy or perform a one-time scan.
4. When the scan is complete, click the Next button again to delete any threats or traces on your system.
5. If you are initially using the free version, to activate it, enter your email address twice and click the Activate button.
6. Restart your computer by selecting Reboot.
Step 5: Clean and repair your computer with CCleaner
Follow the instructions to clean your computer and repair your computer’s settings.
1. Download and install CCleaner by Piriform.
2. Once installed, open the program and go to the main Cleaner screen and click the Analyze button. Afterwards, click the Run Cleaner button on the bottom right of the program interface.
3. Next, navigate to Tools > Startup and search through each tab starting from windows, internet explorer, etc., all the way to Content Menu, for additional suspicious entries. If you find any thing suspicious click it and click the Delete button to remove it.
4. To finish things off, go to the Registry window and click the Scan for Issues button. When the scan is complete click the Fix selected issues… button and click Fix All Selected Issues.
