How to uninstall FlexInterval adware from the operating system?

What is FlexInterval?

FlexInterval is an adware-type application with browser hijacker abilities. Due to the questionable techniques used to promote apps of this kind, they are also deemed to be PUAs (Potentially Unwanted Applications).

FlexInterval adware overview

Adware enables the placement of third-party graphic content (e.g., pop-ups, banners, etc.) on any visited website and/or different interfaces. The displayed advertisements affect the browsing experience by limiting page visibility and slowing down the browsing speed.

Furthermore, these ads endanger device/user safety. Once clicked on, intrusive adverts redirect to unreliable/malicious sites, and some can download/install software (e.g., PUAs) stealthily.

Browser hijackers assign fake search engine addresses as browser's default, and also as their homepage and new tab/window URLs. Hence, search queries typed into the URL bar and new tabs/windows opened - redirect to the promoted address.

These search engines are typically incapable of generating search results, so they redirect to Google, Bing, Yahoo, and other legitimate ones. What is more, browser hijackers tend to use persistence-ensuring techniques to complicate their removal.

Most PUAs can track data, and FlexInterval is not an exception. Information of interest includes: browsing data, IP addresses, personally identifiable details, log-in credentials (usernames/passwords), banking information, etc. The collected data is then monetized by being shared with and/or sold to third-parties.

To summarize, the presence of unwanted software on devices can cause system infections, serious privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by FlexInterval
Threat Type	Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus
Detection Names	Avast (MacOS:AdAgent-AW [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Trojan.GenericFCA.Agent.23765), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.G), McAfee (RDN/Generic.osx), Full List (VirusTotal)
Additional Information	This application belongs to Adload malware family.
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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Adware in general

AddCloud, FlexProduct, and DiscoveryHandler are a couple examples of apps within the adware category. They appear ordinary and harmless. Additionally, this software tends to offer "handy" features, which are usually nonoperational. In fact, functionality and user safety are irrelevant to practically all PUAs. The sole goal of unwanted applications is to profit at user expense.

How did FlexInterval install on my computer?

PUAs can be downloaded/installed together with other programs. The marketing technique of packing regular software with various supplements - is called "bundling". Intrusive advertisements are also used to spread PUAs. Upon being clicked, the adverts can download/install these apps without user consent. PUAs may have "official" download sites as well.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

It is strongly recommended to research software and use official/verified download channels. Dubious sources, e.g., unofficial and freeware websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc. - can offer bundled content.

When downloading/installing, it is crucial to read terms, explore possible options, and use the "Custom/Advanced" settings to opt-out from all supplements. Intrusive ads appear legitimate but redirect to unreliable/questionable sites (e.g., pornography, adult-dating, gambling, etc.).

In case of encounters with adverts and/or redirects of this type, the system must be checked and all suspect applications and browser extensions/plug-ins detected - immediately removed from it. If your computer is already infected with FlexInterval, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

Pop-up window displayed once FlexInterval adware's installation is over:

FlexInterval adware's installation folder:

FlexInterval adware installed onto a Safari browser:

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Quick menu:

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

Video showing how to remove FlexInterval adware using Combo Cleaner:

FlexInterval adware removal:

Remove FlexInterval-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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What harm can adware cause?

Adware can diminish browsing quality and system performance. It may also pose a threat to user privacy, as this software usually has data tracking abilities. Adware-delivered ads can be deceptive and malicious, thereby potentially causing severe issues.

What does adware do?

Adware means advertising-supported software. It is designed to deliver intrusive advertisement campaigns, i.e., display various adverts on any visited website and/or different interfaces.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware generates profit by promoting websites, applications, products, services, and similar. Commission might be earned from ad clicks, site visits, file downloads, product purchases, service subscriptions, and so forth.

Will Combo Cleaner remove FlexInterval adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner can scan devices and eliminate installed adware-type apps. On the other hand, if adware is manually removed - various file leftovers might remain hiding in the system. Hence, even if the software itself is seemingly removed, some of its components may still be present and running.

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