How to Remove MetaMegael Extension?

MetaMegael Extension is a browser hijacker capable of infecting web browsers including Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari. As MetaMegael Extension is able to append to many free software, it can be downloaded into computer unconsciously if pay no attention on installation process. Thus, it’s highly recommended to select the custom installation to try the best to separate computer from the interference of MetaMegael Extension. Never install any software that you are not familiar with.

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Once infected by MetaMegael Extension browser hijacker, all web browsers will be taken over. Rather than the original homepage, when you try to access Google, you will be redirected to Yahoo and Bing. To remove this virus, you may locate and uninstall related adware from control panel. However, it doesn’t imply that MetaMegael Extension can be removed thoroughly as it still pops up and overrides the homepage firmly. Also, the web browser’s default settings will not be restored.

Though, MetaMegael Extension looks similar to legitimate app, it owns a low reputation over the Internet. It gets inside computer stealthily, modifies default settings, display unreliable advertisements or even redirect users to malicious website to drag computer into insecure environment. Remaining MetaMegael Extension, it is somehow running risk to your computer and important files. To make sure for the security of computer, MetaMegael Extension needs to be removed immediately without any delay.

MetaMegael Extensionis known as the following symptoms

1. MetaMegael Extension keeps redirecting infected web browser
2. MetaMegael Extension promotes suspicious products via spam ads
3. It may add adware extension to infected web browser
4. MetaMegael Extension may download other malware programs onto your computer without letting you know
5. It may collect private info via cookies stored on web browser


MetaMegael Extension Instant Automatic Removal (Win OS + Mac OS)

Un-installing program \ Apps  and removing malicious extensions from web browsers can help us remove some adware, redirect virus and malware, but at present most of computer threats like MetaMegael Extension are developed with advanced technology and cannot be easily removed with regular methods.

Therefore, our security researchers recommend using professional malware remover like SpyHunter Anti-malware to detect and remove virus & malware automatically. It can avoid risks and mistakes of manual removal. Donwload it now if you want a easy and safe solution:

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After SpyHunter is downloaded, click on “SpyHunter-Installer” and then follow the installation wizard to install it and start scanning your computer:

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MetaMegael Extension Manual Removal (Win OS + Mac OS)

MetaMegael Extension Manual Removal Process (Win OS)

Step 1. Uninstall MetaMegael Extension related malicious programs using Control Panel

1. Press Win + R keys at the same time to launch Run box >> Then input: “Control Panel” and click OK

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2. In Control Panel, click on Uninstall a program

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3. In the Programs and Features window, right click on apps that may be related with MetaMegael Extension, then click Uninstall/Change. Then select Uninstall option.


Step 2. Remove MetaMegael Extension related malicious extension from Microsoft Edge/ Chrome/Firefox

–  On Microsoft Edge

  • Click More (…) on the address bar and select Extensions
  • Select extensions that may be related with MetaMegael Extension and click Uninstall button

–  On Chrome

  • Click the Extensions button on the Chrome browser toolbar.
  • Click Manage Extensions.
  • Click the trash can icon to delete extensions that may be related with MetaMegael Extension.
  • A confirmation dialog appears, click Remove.

On Firefox

  • Click the Extensions button on the Firefox browser toolbar.
  • Click Manage Extensions.
  • Click (…)  button of the malicious extension and select Remove button


Step 3. Find and remove nasty registry files related with MetaMegael Extension:

1. Open Registry Editor first:

  • Press Win [Windows key] + R on your keyboard.
  • Type regedit in the Run box and hit OK

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2. Find out and remove all harmful registry files that may be related with MetaMegael Extension:

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(Do Not Delete Any Registry File If You’re Not Familiar with It)

Wrong operation in Registry Editor might harm your computer.If you are not able to locate and identify the nasty registry files, we recommend using SpyHunter Anti-malware and see if it will find out unsafe registry files of infection for you. This may save you hours and avoid risks.

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Step 4. Reset Microsoft Edge, Chrome, Firefox and IE to remove MetaMegael Extension

Reset Microsoft Edge

1. Select More (…) on the address bar, then click Settings

2. Select “Privacy, search and services” at the left side menu

3. Click “Choose what to clear”

4. Select all the options and then click Clear now button

Reset Chrome

1. Open Chrome, then click “Customize and control Google Chrome” button >> click Settings

2. Type “reset” into the search box;

3. Scroll down to the bottom, then click on Reset settings;

4. A message box will pop up to inform that your browser settings will be restored to their original defaults, click Reset settings button when it appears.

Reset Firefox

1. Open Firefox, then click on Firefox button, then Click on Help button, then Click on More Troubleshooting Information

2. At the Troubleshooting Information page, click on Refresh Firefox

3. A message box will pop up to let you confirm that you want to reset Firefox to its initial state, click Refresh Firefox button when it appears.


Note: If problems remain after you completing manual removal steps, please scan your PC with Spyhunter to solve all issues:

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MetaMegael Extension Manual Removal Process (Mac OS)

STEP 1 Delete malicious apps from Mac

– Select Finder on dock:

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Select Applications >> Right-lick on unwanted or suspicious apps that may be related with MetaMegael Extension >> Click Move to Trash

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Go to Dock  >> Right-click on Trash icon and click Empty Trash.

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STEP 2 Uninstall Unwanted or Suspicious Extension that May Be Related with Adware:

On Safari:

Launch Safari and Click Preferences

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Select Extensions tab >> Find unwanted or suspicious extension that may be related with MetaMegael Extension >> Click Uninstall

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On Chrome:

Launch Chrome  >> Select More Tools  >> Click Extensions:

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Find unwanted or suspicious extension that may be related with MetaMegael Extension >> Click Trash icon to uninstall it.

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On Firefox:

Launch Firefox >> Click Add-ons:

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Select Extensions tab >>  Find unwanted or suspicious extension that may be related with MetaMegael Extension >> Click Remove

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STEP 3 Remove malicious files and folders related with adware or malware.

Click the Finder icon from the menu bar. Choose Go, and click Go to Folder…

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1. In the Go to Folder… bar, type: /Library/LaunchAgents/

2. Check the “LaunchAgents” folder to find and delete malicious files related with MetaMegael Extension:

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3.In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/Application Support/

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4. Check the “Application Support” folder to find and delete malicious files related with MetaMegael Extension:

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5. In the Go to Folder… bar, type: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/

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6. Check the “LaunchAgents” folder to find and delete malicious files related with MetaMegael Extension:

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7. In the “Go to Folder…” bar, type: /Library/LaunchDaemons/

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8. Check the “LaunchDaemons” folder to find and delete malicious files related with MetaMegael Extension:

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Looking for malicious files and folders related with malware is a lengthy and complicated process. If you want to do it easily and avoid risks, our security researchers recommend using  SpyHunter For Mac to detect and remove all malicious items on your machine:

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