How to uninstall ExtraBrowser adware

What is ExtraBrowser?

ExtraBrowser supposedly helps users to search more effectively, however, this app is a potentially unwanted application (PUA) that is classified as adware.

Adware is software that serves advertisements. Typically, people do not generally download or install applications of this type intentionally. Furthermore, it is very likely that ExtraBrowser collects information about users' browsing habits. We recommend that you uninstall this app (and all other installed adware) immediately.

People who have adware installed on their computers and/or browsers are usually served with various unwanted, intrusive advertisements. For example, coupons, banners, surveys, pop-ups, and so on. Generally, when they click these ads, they are redirected to untrustworthy, deceptive and potentially malicious websites.

In some cases, if clicked, the ads lead to download/installation of potentially unwanted applications (such as adware, browser hijackers, etc.). Another problem with adware-type apps such as ExtraBrowser is that they often gather details relating to users' browsing activity.

For example, addresses of opened/visited websites, IP addresses, geolocations, entered search queries, and so on. Some of these apps might also record personal details. Adware developers often share the data with third parties (potentially cyber criminals) who misuse it to generate revenue.

It is possible that installed adware might cause problems with browsing safety, privacy, and so on. Furthermore, shared details might be used to steal identities.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by ExtraBrowser
Threat Type	Mac malware, Mac virus.
Symptoms	Your Mac becomes slower than normal, you see unwanted pop-up ads, you are redirected to dubious websites.
Distribution methods	Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake flash player installers, torrent file downloads.
Damage	Internet browser tracking (potential privacy issues), display of unwanted ads, redirects to dubious websites, loss of private information.
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Many apps are similar to ExtraBrowser, some examples are CoordinatorLinks, ProductEvent, and ManagerPages. Most apps of this type are used to generate revenue by displaying advertisements, however, in some cases, they might be used as information tracking tools. In any case, we advise you to remove all installed adware immediately.

How did ExtraBrowser install on my computer?

Typically, unwanted apps such as adware are installed through clicked deceptive, intrusive advertisements or when software developers use the "bundling" method. Developers use this to trick people into downloading and installing unwanted apps with their regular software.

They achieve this by simply hiding information about included unwanted apps in "Custom", "Advanced", and other similar settings/options of the download or installation set-ups. Users who fail to check and change the settings often download and install PUAs.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications

Download software from legitimate (official) websites and using direct download links. Do not use Peer-to-Peer networks (torrent clients, eMule, or other such tools), third party downloaders/installers, unofficial websites, or other download channels of this kind.

Do not finish any download or installation without checking settings such as "Custom", "Advanced", etc. that are included in the setup. Dismiss any additionally-included apps. Note that intrusive ads often cause redirects to untrustworthy web pages and are displayed on sites relating to gambling, adult dating, and others.

To stop unwanted redirects and ads, remove all unwanted (unknown or suspicious) extensions, plug-ins, and add-ons installed on the browser immediately.

If there are any programs of this kind installed on the operating system, also remove them. If your computer is already infected with ExtraBrowser, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

Pop-up window displayed once ExtraBrowser installation is complete:

ExtraBrowser adware installed on Safari:

Contents of ExtraBrowser installation folder:

 

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Quick menu:

• What is ExtraBrowser?
• STEP 1. Remove ExtraBrowser related files and folders from OSX.
• STEP 2. Remove ExtraBrowser ads from Safari.
• STEP 3. Remove ExtraBrowser adware from Google Chrome.
• STEP 4. Remove ExtraBrowser ads from Mozilla Firefox.

Video showing how to remove ExtraBrowser adware using Combo Cleaner:

ExtraBrowser adware removal:

Remove ExtraBrowser-related potentially unwanted applications from your "Applications" folder:

Click the Finder icon. In the Finder window, select "Applications". In the applications folder, look for "MPlayerX","NicePlayer", or other suspicious applications and drag them to the Trash. After removing the potentially unwanted application(s) that cause online ads, scan your Mac for any remaining unwanted components.

Remove adware-related files and folders

Click the Finder icon, from the menu bar. Choose Go, and click Go to Folder...

Check for adware generated files in the /Library/LaunchAgents/ folder:

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: /Library/LaunchAgents/

In the "LaunchAgents" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious files and move them to the Trash. Examples of files generated by adware - "installmac.AppRemoval.plist", "myppes.download.plist", "mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist", "kuklorest.update.plist", etc. Adware commonly installs several files with the exact same string.

Check for adware generated files in the ~/Library/Application Support/ folder:

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/Application Support/

In the "Application Support" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious folders. For example, "MplayerX" or "NicePlayer", and move these folders to the Trash.

Check for adware generated files in the ~/Library/LaunchAgents/ folder:

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/

In the "LaunchAgents" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious files and move them to the Trash. Examples of files generated by adware - "installmac.AppRemoval.plist", "myppes.download.plist", "mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist", "kuklorest.update.plist", etc. Adware commonly installs several files with the exact same string.

Check for adware generated files in the /Library/LaunchDaemons/ folder:

In the "Go to Folder..." bar, type: /Library/LaunchDaemons/

In the "LaunchDaemons" folder, look for recently-added suspicious files. For example "com.aoudad.net-preferences.plist", "com.myppes.net-preferences.plist", "com.kuklorest.net-preferences.plist", "com.avickUpd.plist", etc., and move them to the Trash.

Scan your Mac with Combo Cleaner:

If you have followed all the steps correctly, your Mac should be clean of infections. To ensure your system is not infected, run a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus. Download it HERE. After downloading the file, double click combocleaner.dmg installer. In the opened window, drag and drop the Combo Cleaner icon on top of the Applications icon. Now open your launchpad and click on the Combo Cleaner icon. Wait until Combo Cleaner updates its virus definition database and click the "Start Combo Scan" button.

Combo Cleaner will scan your Mac for malware infections. If the antivirus scan displays "no threats found" - this means that you can continue with the removal guide; otherwise, it's recommended to remove any found infections before continuing.

After removing files and folders generated by the adware, continue to remove rogue extensions from your Internet browsers.

Remove malicious extensions from Internet browsers

Remove malicious Safari extensions:

Open the Safari browser, from the menu bar, select "Safari" and click "Preferences...".

In the preferences window, select "Extensions" and look for any recently-installed suspicious extensions. When located, click the "Uninstall" button next to it/them. Note that you can safely uninstall all extensions from your Safari browser - none are crucial for regular browser operation.

• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Safari.

Remove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

Click the Chrome menu icon (at the top right corner of Google Chrome), select "More Tools" and click "Extensions". Locate all recently-installed suspicious extensions, select these entries and click "Remove".

• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Google Chrome.

Remove malicious extensions from Mozilla Firefox:

Click the Firefox menu (at the top right corner of the main window) and select "Add-ons and themes". Click "Extensions", in the opened window locate all recently-installed suspicious extensions, click on the three dots and then click "Remove".

• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Mozilla Firefox.

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