Searchtudo.com Removal Guide

Legitimate search engines compete while shady ones tend to use deceptive distribution methods to create a user base. Searchtudo.com is a shady search engine that you might want to remove because it is disseminated using rather dishonest means that involve using malicious software installers. This search engine’s purpose is to generate advertising revenue from promotions that are displayed in its search results. We are of the opinion that it may subject you to unreliable content based on the statements made in its legal documentation. Also, this search engine may collect information about you and use it for marketing products and tailoring advertisements. In short, it is of no use to you, but if you need more convincing information, then please read this whole description.

Let us jump right into how this search engine works. Now, it operates like any other search engine. You enter a search query, and it is supposed to process it and present you with the most relevant information. However, there is a problem. It has been set to redirect all search queries to Navegaki.com.br, another shady search engine used to generate advertising revenue. So as a search engine Searchtudo.com is rather useless because it uses the services of another search engine. However, it has several other issues that we want to cover.

We are very concerned because this search engine is used mainly to promote third-party content. The promotions are featured inside the search results both at the top of the results and at the bottom, but it can also generate pop-up ads that are a pain to close because new ones will open when attempting to do that. Also, its main page does have its fair share of promotions. The amount of links on it is just mind-numbing. Moreover, there is no way to determine which ad is legitimate and which is a potential threat. Here is an interesting quote from its privacy policy. “All the downloads and Exe files provided on this site are from a 3rd party and Searchtudo.com is not responsible for any files or adware that gets installed by their games and screensavers. They contain several adware products so download and install at your own risk.” So there you have it, if you needed proof of this search engine’s unreliability, then it is here. Indeed, it can subject you to downloads of malicious software that can jeopardize your computer’s security.

We also want you to know that Searchtudo.com can collect information about you. If you register on this website, then you will have to provide your email address and possibly your name, but this information is provided only on a voluntary basis. Nevertheless, it does collect some information automatically, and it can obtain your IP address and, by extension, your approximate geographical location. The collected information does not pose an immediate threat to your personal security as it is mostly used for marketing purposes and you may start receiving spam mail.

If you did not set Searchtudo.com as your browser’s homepage and search provider manually, then rest assured that you got it by installing some shady software bundle from a freeware distributing website. We have found that it is currently being bundled with Apps Installer SL software installer. It is commonly used by shady websites to hide undesirable software or other content such as search engines. So remember always to go for advanced installation settings and remove all undesirable content from the installation process.

We have found that Searchtudo.com was developed by the same developers that released Searchult.com, PortalSepeti.com, Nettritue.com, and Navegaki.com.br. Therefore, it can be said that these developers have a vested interest in the success of their search engines. Even though this search engine is in the Portuguese language, it is not popular in Portugal, although it has many users in Brazil. Nevertheless, it is quite popular in Mexico, Venezuela, Argentina, and Colombia as well. However, regardless of how popular it is in a given country, it does not change the fact that its promotions can be unreliable. For this reason, we suggest that you delete it from your computer as soon as the opportunity arises.

If you want to avoid the potential negative consequences that arise as a result of using Searchtudo.com, we recommend that you remove it. We have found that the installers it comes bundled with can inject into Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Chrome, so please consult the step-by-step instructions on how to reset your browser to its default settings since this method is sufficient enough to get the job done.

How to reset your browser’s settings to default

Mozilla Firefox

1. Open the browser.
2. Simultaneously press Alt+H.
3. Select Troubleshooting Information.
4. Click Refresh Firefox.
5. In the dialog box, click Refresh Firefox again.
6. Click Finish.

Microsoft Internet Explorer

1. Open the browser.
2. Simultaneously press Alt+T and click Internet Options.
3. Open the Advanced tab and click Reset.
4. Mark Delete personal settings.
5. Click Reset and then click Close.

Google Chrome

1. Open the browser.
2. Simultaneously press Alt+F and go to Settings.
3. Select Show advanced settings.
4. Click Reset settings and click Reset again.