To remove the Properties extension from Reddit, you can follow a few steps. Firstly, I would recommend resetting your browser settings to their original defaults. By doing this, you can disable all extensions, including the hijacker extension, and regain control over your browser. Here’s how you can do it:
Step 1: Open the Chrome browser and enter “chrome://settings/reset” in the address bar. Press Enter.
Step 2: You will be directed to the Chrome settings page with the “Reset settings” option highlighted. Click on the “Reset settings” button.
Step 3: A pop-up window will appear, explaining what will happen when you reset your settings. Read through it and make sure you understand the consequences. If you are okay with it, click on the “Reset settings” button.
Step 4: Chrome will reset your browser settings to their original defaults. This includes disabling all extensions, clearing temporary data, and removing cookies. It may also reset your startup page, search engine, and pinned tabs. Any custom settings you have made will be lost, so make sure to take note of them before proceeding.
Step 5: After the reset is complete, you can manually go into the Chrome extensions settings to ensure that the Properties extension has been disabled or removed. Here’s how:
– Click on the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner of the browser window.
– From the drop-down menu, select “More tools” and then “Extensions.”
– You will be directed to the Extensions page, where you can see a list of all installed extensions.
– Look for the Properties extension and toggle the switch to disable it or click on the trash bin icon to remove it completely.
Step 6: Once you have disabled or removed the Properties extension, it is a good practice to clear your browser cache and cookies. This will help ensure that any lingering traces of the extension are removed from your browser. To do this:
– Click on the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner of the browser window.
– From the drop-down menu, select “More tools” and then “Clear browsing data.”
– In the pop-up window, make sure the “Cookies and other site data” and “Cached images and files” options are selected.
– You can also choose the time range for which you want to clear the data. Select “All time” to remove all cached data.
– click on the “Clear data” button to clear the cache and cookies.
By following these steps, you should be able to remove the Properties extension from Reddit and restore your browser to its original state. Remember to stay cautious when installing extensions and only choose reputable sources to avoid such hijackers in the future.
Note: The steps provided are specific to the Chrome browser. If you are using a different browser, the process may vary slightly.