gamingZone Search Removal Guide

If you like playing free computer games, gamingZone Search might look like a perfect tool for you. However, you should know that the plugin is classified as a potentially unwanted program or a PUP in short. Our specialists came to this decision after testing the application as they learned it could show possibly malicious third-party advertising material. Not to mention, it is possible it might be spread through unreliable channels. Under such circumstances, we would highly recommend reading our full report for anyone who encounters it. You should also know our specialists think it would be safer to erase this PUP and if you decide to get rid of it, you could use our recommended deletion steps located a bit below this text.Plus, users who have more questions about gamingZone Search could message us by writing comments at the end of this page.

It is true the PUP can be found on such well-known sites as Chrome Web Store page (chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/gamingzone-search/feloobpiglbhpjlmoggmaabbdiiecgcc), which only shows how essential it is to be cautious with unknown freeware at all times. Nevertheless, our specialists say it might be not the main application’s source as only three users have rated it so far. It is possible gamingZone Search could be spread through pop-up or banners leading to the software’s official site (theappjunkies.com) or with bundled setup files. If it is the latter case, we believe the installers it might be bundled with could be spread through torrent or other untrustworthy P2P file-sharing networks. The truth is users who visit such websites may risk encountering even more dangerous software, and so we advise keeping away from the described sites as much as possible.

Like any other plugin, it should be visible in the browser’s extension’s menu right after the installation; currently, it is compatible just with Google Chrome. Our specialists say the PUP could replace user’s default search engine. It may also help the user find free games through a particular gaming web page. The truth is while these features might look handy, the user can use them without even installing any extensions. It is enough to have a browser, and you can find games faster if you merely bookmark your favorite gaming websites. As for the search engine, gamingZone Search may encourage you to surf with; it could be replaced with more reputable tools, e.g., google.com.

The reason the PUP’s search engine might be not so reliable is it could be using a modified version of Yahoo search engine. Researchers say, it could mean the results displayed by such tool might be altered or to be more precise may show suspicious advertising content. It is quite possible in this case, given the application’s Privacy Policy claims the plugin can gather user information and use it “to tailor content or offer(s) we serve you.” We would like to stress gamingZone Search End User License Agreement document also states the software’s developers take no responsibility for the application or the third-party content it could show. Thus, there is a risk some of the PUP’s displayed advertisements might be possibly malicious.

All things considered, we would advise users not to use the plugin if they care about their computer’s security. To remove gamingZone Search manually, you should follow the recommended steps located a bit below this article. On the other hand, if you prefer using automatic features, you could install a reliable security tool instead and use it to erase this PUP.

Get rid of gamingZone Search

1. Open Google Chrome.
2. Tap ALT+F.
3. Select More tools.
4. Go to Extensions.
5. Find gamingZone Search and press Remove.
6. Select Remove to confirm.
7. Restart the browser.