How to eliminate CoinCycling adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is CoinCycling?
Our malware researchers have discovered the CoinCycling while inspecting download websites for cracked software and fake pop-ups offering to update the installed software. We have tested CoinCycling and found that it is designed to generate advertisements - it functions as adware.
CoinCycling adware in detail
Our team has examined many apps similar to CoinCycling and learned that they can display pop-ups, banners, coupons, and other ads. Once clicked, those ads can open download pages for other questionable apps, various scams, or even download and install unwanted software.
It is worth mentioning that apps like CoinCycling often can change the address of a default search engine, homepage, and new tab page to promote a fake search engine. As a rule, fake search engines show results generated by other (legitimate or untrustworthy) search engines and (or) promote shady web pages.
| Name | Ads by CoinCycling |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:AdAgent-AW [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Adware.MAC.Generic.25567), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.G), Lionic (Riskware.ZIP.Generic.1!c), 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. |
Adware in general
Typically, apps like CoinCycling feed users with unwanted ads, force them to browse the web with a fake search engine and (or) collect various data. We have learned that CoinCycling can access sensitive information such as credit card details, passwords, and other data. Examples of similar apps are PlatformCache, ViewsAdjustable, AdjustableControl.
How did CoinCycling install on my computer?
CoinCycling is distributed via websites displaying fake pop-ups claiming that some installed software is outdated (and other deceptive sites). Sometimes, adware is distributed by designing ads to run certain scripts.
In other cases, users download or install adware alongside other software. It happens when users download or install software bundled with adware without changing "Advanced", "Custom", or similar settings that can be used to deselect unwanted apps.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Always use official websites and direct links as sources for downloading files and applications. Do not use unofficial pages, third-party downloaders, P2P networks, and similar sources. Also, do not trust advertisements (or click fake buttons) displayed on shady pages. Deselect unwanted apps before installing software that is bundled with those apps.
If your computer is already infected with CoinCycling, 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 CoinCycling adware:
CoinCycling installed on Safari:
CoinCycling's Contents folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is CoinCycling?
- STEP 1. Remove CoinCycling related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove CoinCycling ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove CoinCycling adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove CoinCycling ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove CoinCycling adware using Combo Cleaner:
CoinCycling adware removal:
Remove CoinCycling-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?
In most cases, having adware installed on the operating system is the reason behind diminished Internet browsing experience and poor computer performance. Sometimes, it leads to invaded privacy.
What does adware do?
Adware displays unwanted/intrusive advertisements. Also, it can hijack a web browser and collect sensitive information.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Typically, adware is used to promote various products, websites, services. Its developers use affiliate programs as the main source of income.
Will Combo Cleaner remove CoinCycling adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan the operating system and eliminate detected adware. Manual removal does not always work because files belonging to adware remain in the system even the adware itself is no longer present. This can be avoided by removing adware automatically/with specialized software.
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