Remove unwanted ads, pop-ups & malware
Source: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/2765944?co=GENIE.Platform%3DDesktop&hl=en
Symptoms
If you're seeing some of these problems with Chrome, you might have unwanted software or malware installed on your computer:
- Pop-up ads and new tabs that won't go away
- Your Chrome homepage or search engine keeps changing without your permission
- Unwanted Chrome extensions or toolbars keep coming back
- Your browsing is hijacked, and redirects to unfamiliar pages or ads
- Alerts about a virus or an infected device
In the future, avoid unwanted software by only downloading files or visiting sites that you know are secure.
Remove unwanted programs
- Open Chrome.
- Copy/Paste the following URL: chrome://settings/cleanup
- Click Find (uncheck report details box first)
- If you're asked to remove unwanted software, click Remove. You may be asked to reboot your computer.
Reset your browser settings
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Open Chrome
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Copy/Paste the following URL: chrome://settings/resetProfileSettings?origin=userclick
- Read the information then click on Reset settings