Uninstall Opera redirect virus (Free Removal Instructions) - Easy-to-follow Removal Guide

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Opera redirect virus Removal Guide

Description of Opera redirect virus

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Opera redirect virus is the name of browser malware which tends to misguide users to sponsored but often potentially fraudulent domains. It may also come in the form of a browser hijacker, pop-up alert, or tech support scam site. The current trend to disguise crypto-currency miners under tech support scam sites only encourages the virtual community to take cybersecurity seriously.

This type of infection plagues Opera browser in all operating systems: Windows, Mac, and Linux. Once it settles on the browser, you may suspect the presence of the browser infection by the following signs:

  • changed default browsing engine and new tab
  • pop-up ads or redirect pages emerging in the background
  • redirections to tech support scam sites
  • new toolbars or browser plug-ins attached

This version of the browser malware behaves similarly as the malware versions designed for Chrome, Internet Explorer, Firefox or Safari. The virtual community complains about being misguided to gaming, gambling, music or shopping web pages.

Note that the redirect phenomenon does not only drain the energy resources of the browser but may lead to more troublesome outcomes. For instance, some of the redirected pages may contain hidden bitcoin mining scripts.

Note that miners are not the biggest threat. The malware may mislead you to the counterfeited sites which try to wheedle out personal details. Considering the latest incident with CCleaner 5.33 version, the fake websites may look indeed persuasive.

In order to prevent such scenario, mere vigilance will not be sufficient. You may benefit from programs, such as ReimageIntego or Malwarebytes which help deal with the browser. The full edition of the latter program offers you real-time protection against malicious URL websites.

You can also opt for manual Opera redirect removal method. More information about it is indicated in the final section of the article. You may also take a look at the opera://extensions. Depending on the variation of the redirect virus, you may find unusual toolbars and plug-ins.

Note that Opera browser has a unique feature ‘Enable automatic redirection.’ It might be the cause of the unwanted redirections as well. Thus, in order to disable it click on Settings > Preferences>Advanced>Network and unmark ‘Enable automatic redirection.’

Prevalent methods to spread browser infections

If Opera redirect malware behaves typically, i.e., it misguides users to unwanted domains, it means it functions via web scripts. Thus, it may be planted in gaming or gambling domains. In addition, it may operate under the name of an alternative website.

Even if the malware crams you with advertisements and banners, you might not still find a specific application as it might operate via AutoConfigURL script. In rare cases, installed dubious applications or browser extensions might be at fault for disturbing behaviour.

In addition, you should be careful while installing new applications as they might disguise irrelevant extensions. Thus, in order to detect them on time, opting for ‘Advanced’ mode is useful.

It reveals the add-ons for you to unmark them before enabling the installation of the primary program. Such cautiousness will you evade Opera redirect malware hijack and other browser infections. Note that certain malware elimination utilities provide real-time malevolent URL block function which is highly practical in dealing with redirect threats. The picture illustrating Opera browserOpera redirect virus often operates via web scripts, but sometimes may disguise in extensions or apps.

Eliminate Opera redirect infection

In most cases, since redirect virus functions via web scripts, deleting cookies is not sufficient. You may entrust Opera redirect virus removal procedure to an anti-spyware elimination procedure. It is also recommended to look through the manual elimination guidelines.

Follow them precisely not to overlook any important details. Incomplete Opera redirect virus removal may result in further bothersome browser behaviour. In addition, you should examine the browser for unusual extensions and toolbars. Uninstall them as well.


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Getting rid of Opera redirect virus. Follow these steps

Uninstall Opera redirect in Windows systems

Some browser infections leave registry keys, so it is necessary to take a look at the registry as well. Restart the computer in Safe Mode and try to track the files in HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Microsoft/Your browser/ folder.

In order to eliminate the web scripts, reset the browser:

  1. Launch Opera and navigate to About Opera page.
  2. Go to Path section and choose Profile and copy the address.
  3. Launch File Explorer and paste the copied address.
  4. Click on Opera Software folder. Here you will locate Opera Stable folder. Eliminate it.
  5. Exit the browser.

Terminate any suspicious programs like Opera redirect virus from Windows 10/8 machines by following:

  2. Under Programs, choose Uninstall a program.
    Programs in Control panel
  3. Find any pieces related to Opera redirect virus or programs that seem suspicious.
  4. Right-click on the application and select Uninstall.
  5. Click Yes when User Account Control shows up.
    Confirm uninstall

Windows 7/XP instructions:

  2. Choose Add/Remove Programs.
    Remove the program
  3. Select Uninstall a program under Programs in Control Panel.
  4. Click once on the unwanted application.
  5. Click Uninstall/Change at the top.
  6. Confirm with Yes.
  7. Click OK and finish the removal.

Uninstall Opera redirect in Mac OS X system

Follow the guidelines to eliminate all dubious browser extensions and toolbars. Later on, you might opt for a complete browser reset. 

In order to get rid of all suspicious components from the browser, you will need to reinstall the browser. Save bookmarks before doing so. 

  1. Move Opera to the Trash bin.
  2. Eliminate Opera profile data.
  3. Navigate to official Opera's website and download the latest version of the browser.
  4. Follow the installation wizard guidelines

  2. Wait until you see Applications folder and look for Opera redirect or any other suspicious programs on it. Now right click on every of such entries and select Move to Trash. Click on each malicious application and select 'Move to Trash'

Eliminate Opera redirect virus from Microsoft Edge browser

Delete suspicious extensions from MS Edge:

  2. Then pick Extensions.
    Uninstalling apps
  3. Choose the Opera redirect virus-related add ons on the list and click on the Gear icon.
  4. Click on Uninstall at the bottom.

Clear cookies and other data:

    Clear data
  3. Choose everything except passwords, and click on Clear.

Alter new tab and homepage settings:

  1. Click the menu icon and choose Settings.
  2. Then find On startup section.
  3. Click Disable if you found any suspicious domain.

Reset MS Edge fully:

  2. Choose More details arrow at the bottom.
  3. Go to Details tab.
    Task Manager processes


  3. Right-click on the selection and choose Delete
    PowerShell clearing


Instructions for Chromium-based Edge

Delete extensions:

  1. Open Edge and click Settings.
  2. Then find Extensions.
  3. Delete unwanted extensions with the Remove.

Clear cache and site data:

  1. Click on Menu and then Settings.
  2. Find Privacy and services.
  4. Time range.
  5. Click All time.
  6. Select Clear now.

Reset Chromium-based MS Edge browser fully:

  1. Go to Settings.
  2. On the left side, choose Reset settings.
    Full browser reset
  3. Select Restore settings to their default values.
  4. Click Reset.

Delete Opera redirect from Mozilla Firefox (FF)

Remove suspicious Firefox extensions:

  2. Select Add-ons in the context menu.
    Browser settings
  3. Choose plugins that are creating issues like Opera redirect virus and select Remove.

Reset the homepage on the browser:

  1. Click three horizontal lines at the top right corner.
  2. This time select Options.

Clear cookies and site data:

  1. Click Menu and pick Options.
  2. Find the Privacy & Security section.
  3. Scroll down to choose Cookies and Site Data.
    Blocking sites
  4. Click on Clear Data… option.

Reset Mozilla Firefox:

When annoying sites and other Opera redirect virus pieces still act intrusively and steps above haven't helped, reset Mozilla Firefox:

  1. Open Mozilla Firefox and go to the menu.
  2. Click Help and then choose Troubleshooting Information.
    Troubleshooting issues
  4. Confirm the action by pressing on Refresh Firefox on the pop-up. After this step, the Opera redirect virus removal should be completed.
    Reset the Firefox

Chrome browser reset

Find and remove suspicious extensions from Google Chrome:

  2. Select More tools > Extensions.
  4. Find any suspicious add-ons related to any PUP like Opera redirect virus.
  5. Uninstall them by clicking Remove. Removing extensions

Clear cache and web data from Chrome:

  1. Click the Menu and select Settings.
  2. Find Privacy and security section.
  3. Choose Clear browsing data.
  4. Select Browsing history.
  6. Click Clear data. Clearing data

Alter settings of the homepage:

  1. Go to the menu and choose Settings.
  2. Find odd entries like Opera redirect virus in the On startup section.
  3. Click on Open a specific or set of pages.

Reset Google Chrome fully:

You might need to reset Google Chrome and properly eliminate all the Opera redirect virus-components or associated installs:

  1. Go to Chrome Settings.
  2. Once there, scroll down to expand Advanced section.
  3. Scroll down to choose Reset and clean up.
  4. Click Restore settings to their original defaults.
  5. Click Reset settings again to confirm and complete Opera redirect virus removal. Resetting Google Chrome

Delete Opera redirect from Safari

Get rid of questionable extensions from Safari:

  1. Click Safari.
  2. Then go to Preferences…
    Preferences of Safari
  3. Choose Extensions on the menu.
  4. Select the unwanted extension that is associated with Opera redirect virus and select Uninstall.

Clear cookies from Safari:

  1. Click Safari.
  2. Choose Clear History…
    Clearing history
  4. Confirm with Clear History.

Reset Safari fully:

  1. Click Safari and then Preferences…
  2. Choose the Advanced tab.
  3. Tick the Show Develop menu in the menu bar.
  4. From the menu bar, click Develop.
    Empty caches
  5. Then select Empty Caches.


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