How to uninstall LogarithmicEntry adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is LogarithmicEntry?
LogarithmicEntry functions not only as adware (advertising-supported software) but also as a browser hijacker. It serves advertisements and promotes the address of a fake search engine by modifying certain browser settings. It might also be capable of collecting browsing-related or even sensitive information.
Typically, users download and install apps such as LogarithmicEntry inadvertently and, for this reason, they are classified as potentially unwanted applications (PUAs).
In most cases, LogarithmicEntry and similar apps serve pop-ups, banners, coupons, surveys and others that, if clicked, can open untrusted pages or even download and install unwanted software by running certain scripts. As mentioned, LogarithmicEntry is designed promote a fake search engine.
Typically, apps that function as browser hijackers assign the address of a fake search engine as the default search engine, homepage, and new tab. Users are then forced to visit the bogus site when they enter search queries into the URL bar, open a browser or new tab.
Generally, these apps do not allow users to undo the changes that were made by them as long as they are installed. Additionally, LogarithmicEntry might be designed to collect browsing data. For example, IP addresses, geolocations, entered search queries, and addresses of visited/opened sites.
It could also collect sensitive information. The data is sold to third parties (potentially, cyber criminals) or misused to generate revenue in other ways. Therefore, apps such as LogarithmicEntry can lead to problems relating to browsing safety, online privacy and even identity theft.
| Name | Ads by LogarithmicEntry |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus. |
| Symptoms | Your Mac becomes slower than normal, you see unwanted pop-up ads, you are redirected to dubious websites. |
| Additional Information | This application belongs to the Adload malware family. |
| 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. |
| Malware Removal (Mac) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your Mac with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
SignalBalance is similar to many other PUAs of this type including, for example, LearningActivity, MarketService and AnalyticParameter. Commonly, they are advertised as useful, legitimate apps that supposedly include various features, improve the browsing experience, etc.
In fact, they are designed only to generate revenue for the developers by serving advertisements, promoting certain addresses and collecting information.
How did LogarithmicEntry install on my computer?
Unwanted downloads and installations often occur when developers distribute PUAs by integrating them into the download/installation setups of other programs as "extra offers". This distribution method is known as "bundling". The offers can be declined in "Custom", "Advanced" and other similar settings of the setups (or by unticking certain checkboxes).
Many users fail to check and change these settings (or untick the checkboxes), thereby allowing PUAs to infiltrate together with the desired software. PUAs are also downloaded and installed by clicking deceptive advertisements (usually on untrusted sites) that execute certain scripts.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications
You are advised to download files and programs from official websites and via direct download links. Other tools and sources such as third party downloaders and installers, unofficial pages, and Peer-to-Peer networks (e.g., eMule, torrent clients) should not be used to download or install software.
Check all "Custom", "Advanced" and other similar settings (or available checkboxes) for offers to download and/or install unwanted apps. Do not click ads on dubious websites, since they can be designed to open bogus web pages or cause unwanted downloads and installations.
Remove any unwanted, suspicious extensions, plug-ins and add-ons installed on the browser, and software of this kind from the operating system. If your computer is already infected with LogarithmicEntry, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up window displayed once LogarithmicEntry installation is complete:
LogarithmicEntry installation folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is LogarithmicEntry?
- STEP 1. Remove LogarithmicEntry related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove LogarithmicEntry ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove LogarithmicEntry adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove LogarithmicEntry ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove LogarithmicEntry adware using Combo Cleaner:
LogarithmicEntry adware removal:
Remove LogarithmicEntry-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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