PIN.WID has become my default browser, I don't want to, can not uninstall and have no chance with "subject: config?"

Ok. How can I get rid of the pin.wid as my default browser. When I click on firefox I get pin.wid. I can't uninstall it. I emailed them this question. Response (abbreviated); Subject: config in the address bar, I promise you, keyword.url in the search box... not stuck there... no results.

There are a few different ways that a site could take over your home page. These include:

(1) change your settings

(2) an add-on

(3) hijacking your shortcut of Firefox

For #1, you probably already checked, but just in case:

You can use the home button or open a new window (Ctrl + n) to test the change.

Note that malicious software can create a file that will pick up your settings at startup. This article describes how to find such a user.js file: How to fix preferences that will not save.

For #2, try this:

Disable all non-essential or unrecognized extensions on page modules. Either:

  • CTRL + SHIFT + a
  • Firefox orange (or the Tools menu) button > Add ons

In the left column, click Extensions. Then, when in doubt, turn off.

Typically, a link will appear above at least an extension disabled to restart Firefox. You can complete your work on the tab and click one of the links in the last step.

For #3, if you get the unwanted page at startup and not when you use the home page icon or open a new window (Ctrl + n), check here: right click on your shortcut on the desktop for Firefox > properties > Shortcut tab. For 64-bit Windows, the goal should be the next, no more, no less:

"C:\Program Files (x86)\Mozilla Firefox\firefox.exe"

A little luck?

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