Some added toolbar and anti-virus add-ons are known to causeĪlso, check the programs that are on your computer Make sure you know what each one is and what it does. In the Add-ons Manager, on the left, select Extensions. Type about:addons in the address bar to open your Add-ons Manager. Then in the reply box at the bottom of this page,ĭo a right click in the box and select Paste. Under the main banner, press the button Copy Text To Clipboard. Type about:support in the address bar and press Enter. The problem is malware, you have to get rid of that program. If the problem is inside Firefox (add-on, setting), that may work. Should I consider deleting and reinstalling Firefox? is a good permanent antivirus for Windows 7/Vista/XP if you don't already have one.įurther information can be found in the ] article.ĭid this fix your problems? Please report back to us! You can try these free programs to scan for malware, which work with your existing antivirus software: Sometimes a problem with Firefox may be a result of malware installed on your computer, that you may not be aware of.

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