Get rid of annoying toolbars

Whether they're genealogy specific or more general, toolbars hog screen real estate, slow your computer and invade your privacy by tracking your activity.
You have to be alert to avoid them. When loading or updating software make sure you uncheck the small box, checked by default, that gives permission. It's often hidden in small print.
If you long to get rid of one or more pesky toolbars there's a helpful guide at 4 Annoying Browser Toolbars & How To Get Rid Of Them and/or Get Rid Of Those Annoying Browser Toolbars With Toolbar Cleaner, both from makeuseof.com.