How to remove ConnectProcess adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of application is ConnectProcess?
ConnectProcess generates annoying advertisements and promotes a fake search engine by changing the web browser's settings. Usually, users get tricked into downloading and installing adware and browser-hijacking apps. Therefore, apps like ConnectProcess are called potentially unwanted applications (PUAs).
ConnectProcess adware in detail
Advertisements (coupons, banners, surveys, pop-ups, or other types of ads) displayed by ConnectProcess can open phishing pages, various scams, pages used to promote shady apps, and so on. Those ads can also download or install unwanted software by running specific scripts.
Also, ConnectProcess changes the homepage, new tab page, and default search engine to a fake search engine. That fake search engine can be designed to generate misleading results (promote dubious pages), show results generated by shady search engines, redirect users to potentially malicious pages.
| Name | Ads by ConnectProcess |
| 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. |
| 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. |
More about adware
Adware (and browser hijackers) can be capable of accessing and collecting personal information. Its developers may misuse gathered data for malicious purposes. More examples of apps similar to ConnectProcess are PureAdvantage, CharacterVirtualSearch, MainOperation. Instructions on how to remove adware are provided below.
How did ConnectProcess install on my computer?
Quite often, adware is distributed by bundling it with other software. It is included in downloaders and installers as optional download and installation. Users agree to download or install adware when they do not change "Custom", "Advanced" and other similar settings before downloading or installing software.
In other cases, adware is distributed through ads designed to run certain scripts or fake installers. Either way, users rarely download and install adware intentionally.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
Download applications from trustworthy (official, legitimate) websites. Do not use other sources for downloading files and software or click advertisements appearing on questionable websites. Also, deselect optional downloads or installations (unwanted apps) before downloading or installing software.
If your computer is already infected with ConnectProcess, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
A pop-up that appears after the installation of ConnectProcess adware:
ConnectProcess's Contents folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is ConnectProcess?
- STEP 1. Remove ConnectProcess related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove ConnectProcess ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove ConnectProcess adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove ConnectProcess ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove ConnectProcess adware using Combo Cleaner:
ConnectProcess adware removal:
Remove ConnectProcess-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 the web browsing experience (by displaying advertisements covering contents of visited pages), slow down a computer, invade privacy.
What does adware do?
The main purpose of adware is to generate advertisements. Additionally, it can be used to promote a fake search engine (it can hijack a web browser) and collect various data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware is monetized by promoting various products, websites, services. Most of the revenue is generated through affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove ConnectProcess adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and eliminate ConnectProcess and other installed adware. It can be difficult to remove adware manually because some of its components may remain in the system even after the removal. For this reason, it is recommended to remove adware automatically.
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