Emsisoft HiJackFree

Emsisoft HiJackFree: Free System Analysis and Malware Removal Tool

Emsisoft HiJackFree scans for malicious browser settings, plugins, and other system modifications to help clean infected computers.

What is Emsisoft HiJackFree?

Emsisoft HiJackFree is a free security program designed to detect and remove malicious browser settings, plugins, rootkits, spyware, adware, trojans, worms, keyloggers and other types of malware from compromised Windows computers.

It performs deep system analysis to identify suspicious settings, files, processes and registry entries that may indicate infection. The scan looks for things like browser helper objects, toolbars, search engine hijackers, changed homepage/search settings, hidden files/processes, auto-start entries and more.

If any threats are detected, Emsisoft HiJackFree provides step-by-step instructions to safely remove the infections and restore system settings to normal. It does not rely on virus definitions, so it can often detect new and emerging malware that other antivirus tools may miss.

Key features include:

• Free malware scanning and removal
• Detects browser hijackers, ransomware, rootkits and other threats
• Easy-to-understand remediation guidelines
• Lightweight and quick system scans
• Works well in combination with main antivirus programs
• Frequently updated to identify latest threats

Overall, Emsisoft HiJackFree serves as a handy second-opinion scanner for suspicious systems. It complements full antivirus suites by providing an additional layer of protection focused specifically on advanced malware removal.

Emsisoft HiJackFree Features

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