What is hijackware (browser hijacker)?

Hijackware (also referred to as browser hijacker) is a tiny malicious software that changes your Web browser's profiles and settings so that you are being redirected to a fake Website whenever you type a legitimate URL address.

Some hijackware add unwanted bookmarks or load browser popup windows that you don't want to view. Some browser hijackers can significantly slow down your computer.

Hijackware may be installed as part of shareware or freeware installation.