Templates Discovery Tab is a browser hijacker that forcibly take over settings on homepage, new tab, and search engine. This infamous search tool secretly enters the computer without the knowledge of user. It is marketed as browser extension that provides quick links and easy access to online templates and forms. Usually, it arrives within a software package like for example, free games, tools, media player, and similar apps that can be downloaded from file-sharing sites.
Generally, incorporating adware to freeware or shareware is known as software bundling technique. The host file is normally promoted on doubtful pop-up advertisement as necessary software update or free app. At some stage in the setup process, it unloads a browser extension onto Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. Then, the process of changing start-up page and search to Templates Discovery Tab will commence.
When using the search engine from Templates Discovery Tab, online user may never get the needed results. Instead, the browser hijacker will produce outcome that is filled with paid links and advertisements. It may also redirect search result links to intended web address that are often owned by customers, partners, or advertisers of the adware makers.
Without a doubt, computer security experts clearly justifies that Templates Discovery Tab is a malicious browser extension that falls under the category of potentially unwanted program (PUP) PUP or Adware. Therefore, the consensus is to clean the browser immediately and starts with the removal of Translations Instant extension from the infected browser program. Upon the removal of the dubious app, homepage also gets free from the control of Templates Discovery Tab. Same thing will happen on new tab and default search engine.
Complete guide to remove Templates Discovery Tab browser hijacker is outlined below. As recommended, scanning the computer thoroughly with virus and malware removal tools are important to locate and delete hidden malicious entities belonging to Templates Discovery Tab.
Templates Discovery Tab Removal Procedure
Below is a systematic instruction that is very useful in getting rid of the potentially unwanted program (PUP) from compromised Windows computer. Aside from removing the malicious browser extension, this guide is also helpful in deleting Htemplatesdiscovery.com hijacker and pop-ups.
In order to totally eliminate the threat, it is vital to follow the process in exact manner.
Step 1 : Delete Templates Discovery Tab Browser Extension
Most adware and unwanted programs are using a program called browser extension to be able to take over the settings of internet applications. Therefore, we highly recommend to check and remove the extension that is closely related to Templates Discovery Tab.
Remove Templates Discovery Tab Extension from Google Chrome
1. Open Google Chrome browser.
2. Type chrome://extensions/ in the address bar and press Enter on keyboard.
3. Find Templates Discovery Tab or relevant entry like Htemplatesdiscovery.com and remove it from Google Chrome browser.
Uninstall Templates Discovery Tab Extension from Mozilla Firefox
1. Open Mozilla Firefox browser.
2. Type about:addons in the address bar and press Enter on keyboard.
3. Choose Extensions on sidebar menu.
4. Look for object that is pertaining to Templates Discovery Tab and remove it from the browser.
After deleting the malicious browser extension, it is expected that Htemplatesdiscovery.com is also gone from the homepage.
Remove Templates Discovery Tab Add-ons from Internet Explorer and Edge Browser
1. Open Internet Explorer program.
2. Go to top Menu and click Tools. Then, select Manage Add-ons from the drop-down list.
3. Look for and Remove or Disable entries of Templates Discovery Tab from Toolbars and Extension. Additionally, delete Htemplatesdiscovery.com from Search Providers section.
4. Close the window and restart Internet Explorer.
If Templates Discovery Tab is still present on the IE browser and there are still homepage and pop-ups originating from Htemplatesdiscovery.com, another option is to remove the adware from Windows Control Panel.
5. Press Windows Key + R and then, type appwiz.cpl command.
6. Program and Features window will open. Arrange the list in chronological manner with recently installed applications on top. To do this, click on 'Installed On' column.
7. Select Templates Discovery Tab or recently installed unwanted entry. Then, click on Uninstall to remove it from Windows system.
Step 2 : Scan the computer with Sophos Antivirus
To remove Templates Discovery Tab automatically, checking the computer with this powerful malware scanner recommended. This security application does not just uncover known threats like viruses or malware, it is also effective in discovering browser hijacker that assigns Htemplatesdiscovery.com as the homepage URL.
1. Download Sophos Virus Removal Tool from the link below. Save the file on your computer where you can easily access it.
2. Once the download completes, browse the location of the file. Double-click to run the program and begin the install process.
3. On first windows of installation wizard, click Next to continue. Then, it will display the program’s License Agreement. You need to Accept the terms in order to proceed. If Windows prompts for User Account Control, please click Yes to proceed.
4. On succeeding windows, click Next or Continue to carry on with the installation. After completing the installation process, Launch Sophos Virus Removal Tool.
5. Internet connection is required when running this scanner in order to download important updates. Make sure that everything is up-to-date to effectively remove malicious program like Templates Discovery Tab.
6. Click the button to carry out the Scan. This will check the system for presence of malicious objects, malware, and viruses. The tool reveals items that were found linked to Templates Discovery Tab and other suspicious entities. Be sure to remove all identified threats.
The above procedures should have totally eliminated the Templates Discovery Tab browser hijacker. However, if you found that there are still remnants of the threat and Htemplatesdiscovery.com still exists on internet application, please proceed to manual removal of associated objects as outlined below.
Step 3 : Scan and Delete Adware with AdwCleaner
In addition to the procedure, we suggest scanning the computer with AdwCleaner tool. Possibly, there are some traces of Templates Discovery Tab on the browser that was not deleted during the preceding steps. This tool will scan the computer and check for presence of malicious applications as well as invalid browser entries that produces Htemplatesdiscovery.com pop-ups.
1. Follow the link below to download the tool called AdwCleaner.
2. When the download has completed, please close all running programs on the computer especially browsers affected by Templates Discovery Tab.
3. Browse the location of the downloaded file and double-click on adwcleaner_Ver.exe to start running the tool. Then, click on Scan button.
4. AdwCleaner searches the computer for malicious programs, extensions, plug-ins, adware, and any items that may be associated to Templates Discovery Tab. It will also check for suspicious entries on browser settings that is associated with Htemplatesdiscovery.com.
5. Clean or Remove all suspicious and harmful items identified after the thorough scan.
6. After the cleanup procedure, rebooting the computer is required to finalize the removal of detected threats.
Check if your internet browser application is no longer being bothered by Htemplatesdiscovery.com. If the browser hijacker still persists, please continue with the steps below to reset internet programs to default settings.
Optional : Reset Internet Browser Program
Cleaning your internet browser from clutter and unwanted add-on/extension is a must when dealing with Templates Discovery Tab. The procedure below discuss on resetting various browsers to its default state.
Restore Google Chrome to Default Settings
Resetting Google Chrome to default settings is helpful in deleting hard-to-remove extension such as from Templates Discovery Tab. This method is highly advisable to perform if you have difficulty in removing unwanted extension.
1. Open Google Chrome Internet browser.
2. On the address bar, type chrome://settings/reset and press Enter key.
3. Under Reset and clean up section, choose Restore settings to their original defaults.
4. Click Reset settings button to clear all entries of Templates Discovery Tab.
5. Close the existing tab and restart Google Chrome. That should have removed Templates Discovery Tab extension and associated objects.
Reset Mozilla Firefox to Default
This section describes how to remove unwanted extension from Firefox that may be related to Templates Discovery Tab. This process can fix many browser issues by restoring Firefox to factory settings without affecting your essential information (bookmarks, browsing history, passwords, and Internet cookies) on the browser. If you desire to remove only specific extension, please see manual removal of add-on from Firefox.
1. Input the string about:support on Firefox web address and press Enter on keyboard.
2. You will now see the Troubleshooting Information page of Mozilla Firefox.
3. You will notice a section on upper-right corner of the screen stating Give Firefox a tune up. Click the Refresh Firefox button.
4. If confirmation window appears, click Refresh Firefox to continue.
5. Firefox browser will close and start the resetting process. When done, it will display a list of restored data. Templates Discovery Tab should be gone by now. Click Finish to open a fresh version of Firefox.
Restore Internet Explorer to Default Settings
1. Open Internet Explorer and navigate to top menu. Click Tools, and then Internet Options.
2. Select Advanced tab on Internet Options window.
3. On lower part of the window, under Reset Internet Explorer Settings area, click the Reset button. Please see image for reference.
Your data like favorites, bookmark, and history will remain in the browser. However, this process may delete add-ons by Templates Discovery Tab and other unknown objects. If you prefer to carry out the procedure manually, please add-on removal from Internet Explorer.
Clear the Safari Internet Browser (Mac)
1. Open your Safari browser application.
2. In the Safari menu, click on Preferences from the drop-down list.
3. On Preferences window, please select the Privacy tab.
4. Click on Manage Website Data button.
5. Select unwanted entry like Templates Discovery Tab and click the Remove button. If you choose to Remove All, you may be logout from most visited websites and online services. Therefore, we advise to remove suspicious item one at a time to prevent changing behavior towards your favorite websites.
6. If it prompts, please confirm your actions.
7. Next, we will need to clear the Cache. Back at the Safari Preferences window, choose Advanced tab.
8. Navigate to the bottom and activate Show Develop menu in menu bar.
9. Go to Safari menu, choose on Develop from the drop down list and click on on Empty Caches.
10. Next thing to do is to restore the Homepage to your preference and remove the one from Templates Discovery Tab.
11. Back at the Safari Preferences window, click on General tab.
12. Under Homepage section, type your desired URL to be the default start-up page.
13. Lastly, make sure to have the right Search Engine.
14. Go back to Safari Preferences window and click on Search tab.
15. Select your desired Search tool under the Search engine section.
16. You may not restart Safari browser.
How to remove Htemplatesdiscovery.com Pop-ups (Notification)
Most of the time, browser hijackers are combined with intrusive pop-up ads originating from the source website Htemplatesdiscovery.com. It is taking advantage of push notification feature of popular internet programs like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, or Edge. These pop-up ads from Htemplatesdiscovery.com are extra ordinary as it exceeds the normal display volume and they are certainly annoying.
Normally, Htemplatesdiscovery.com pop-ups will start to bombard internet browser screen with pop-ups if web user was deceived to click “Allow” button that triggers the said website to send push notification. To stop Htemplatesdiscovery.com from showing the pop-ups, please execute the procedures below. Remember, these steps may only be successful after the removal of the main component or dubious browser extension.
Google Chrome
1. On Google Chrome browser, input the following in the address bar and press Enter:
chrome://settings/content/notifications
2. Navigate to the list under "Allow" section and look for Htemplatesdiscovery.com.
3. Click the ellipses (3 dots) beside Htemplatesdiscovery.com list to reveal the options.
4. Click on Block or Remove to stop Htemplatesdiscovery.com from displaying pop-up ads on Google Chrome browser.
6. Please restart Google Chrome browser.
Mozilla Firefox
1. On Mozilla Firefox browser, type the following in the address bar and press Enter key:
about:preferences#privacy
2. Navigate below to Permission area and look for Notifications.
3. Click the Settings button aligned with the Notifications.
4. Look for Htemplatesdiscovery.com entry and change the Status to Block.
5. Click on Save Changes and restart Mozilla Firefox and check if Htemplatesdiscovery.com pop-up is gone.
Safari (Mac)
1. On top menu, click on Safari and then, select Preferences from the drop-down list.
2. Click on Websites tab to open its settings.
3. Select Notifications from the left sidebar.
4. On right panel, it will display a list of websites with "Allow" attribute.
5. Find and click on Htemplatesdiscovery.com.
6. You may choose to Deny or Remove it from the notification list.
7. You may now restart Safari browser and see if Htemplatesdiscovery.com pop-up is gone.
Microsoft Edge
1. Assuming that Edge browser is open, click on the ellipses (3 dots) on upper right corner to open the Settings. Alternatively, you can press Alt + X on the keyboard.
2. Select Settings from the drop-down list.
3. Click on Advanced.
4. Under Website Permissions area, click on Manage Permissions button.
4. Find and select Htemplatesdiscovery.com from the list. Click on X button to stop it from showing pop-up ads or notifications.
5. You may now restart Edge browser.
