How to remove GlobalVersion adware from the operating system
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is GlobalVersion?
GlobalVersion is designed to display advertisements and force users to browse the Internet with a fake search engine. It functions as adware and a browser hijacker. Most adware-type/browser-hijacking apps are promoted and distributed using deceptive or at least questionable methods.
GlobalVersion adware in detail
GlobalVersion generates advertisements possibly designed to open various scams, phishing pages, download sites for other untrustworthy applications, and so on. Also, those ads may run scripts designed to download (and install) unwanted applications.
This application hijacks a web browser by changing the default search engine, homepage, and new tab page to a fake search engine. A fake search engine promoted by GlobalVersion may promote shady websites (generate misleading results), show results generated by other dubious search engines.
| Name | Ads by GlobalVersion |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avira (ADWARE/OSX.Synataeb.fbdyv), Cynet (Malicious (score: 99)), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.G), Symantect (OSX.Trojan.Gen.2), Full List (VirusTotal) |
| 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 like GlobalVersion can be used as a tool to collect information related to browsing habits and sensitive data like credit card details, passwords, and so on. What is worse, its creators could misuse obtained data for malicious purposes. More examples of apps like GlobalVersion are Tradexic, CreateApplication, ConnectProcess.
How did GlobalVersion install on my computer?
It is pretty common for adware to be promoted using deceptive websites. Users download (and then install) adware believing that it is some other (legitimate) software. In other cases, users install adware through installers for other programs, deceptive advertisements designed to execute certain scripts.
Installers (and downloaders) used to distribute adware have "Custom", "Advanced", or similar settings, or checkboxes. Users install (or download) adware when they install (or download) software bundled with adware without changing the aforementioned settings.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
Always use official websites to download programs and files. Avoid using other sources for downloading them. Check downloaders and installers for "Custom", "Advanced" and other settings and deselect unwanted apps before downloading and installing programs (especially when programs are free).
Also, do not click on advertisements appearing while visiting questionable web pages. If your computer is already infected with GlobalVersion, 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 GlobalVersion adware:
GlobalVersion's Contents folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is GlobalVersion?
- STEP 1. Remove GlobalVersion related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove GlobalVersion ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove GlobalVersion adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove GlobalVersion ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove GlobalVersion adware using Combo Cleaner:
GlobalVersion adware removal:
Remove GlobalVersion-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 cause problems like diminished web browsing experience, decreased computer performance, invaded privacy, and similar issues.
What does adware do?
Adware generates advertisements. Sometimes, software of this type can hijack a web browser as well.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
They monetize adware by promoting various products, websites, services, etc. Usually, they use affiliate programs to monetize adware.
Will Combo Cleaner remove GlobalVersion adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan the operating system and remove adware-type applications. It will do it automatically. It is worth mentioning that manual removal does not always work: components belonging to adware remain in the system even when adware itself is removed.
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