AnalyticDeal Adware (Mac)

What kind of application is AnalyticDeal?

AnalyticDeal is the name of an untrustworthy application designed to feed users with unwanted advertisement. It operates as adware. Our team has discovered AnalyticDeal on a shady website suggesting that some installed software is outdated. It is very common for adware-type apps to be promoted/distributed using dubious techniques.

AnalyticDeal adware

AnalyticDeal adware in detail

We have examined plenty of advertising-supported applications similar to AnalyticDeal and found that most of them generate banners, coupons, pop-ups, and other types of ads. Clicking those ads usually opens shady websites (for example, various scams, download pages for questionable apps). Sometimes, it causes unexpected downloads or even installations.

Also, adware can be used to promote fake search engines. Certain apps can function as browser hijackers - they change the settings of a web browser to force users to visit a specified address. Fake search engines can show misleading results and redirect to untrustworthy pages.

Threat Summary:
Name	Ads by AnalyticDeal
Threat Type	Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus
Detection Names	Avast (MacOS:AdAgent-L [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.Rload.4), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.C), Kaspersky (Not-a-virus:HEUR:AdWare.OSX.Adload.h), 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 (Windows)	To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your computer with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. Download Combo Cleaner To use full-featured product, you have to purchase a license for Combo Cleaner. 7 days free trial available. Combo Cleaner is owned and operated by RCS LT, the parent company of PCRisk.com.

More about adware

In some cases, advertising-supported apps can read sensitive information (e.g., passwords, credit card details). Data collected by untrustworthy apps can be misused to steal identities, hijack personal accounts, and more. Thus, such apps should not be present. More adware examples are LoginCheck, GenerateExplorer, and SystemWalk.

How did AnalyticDeal install on my computer?

Typically, adware is distributed via shady ads and fake installers on deceptive pages. In other cases, it is distributed by bundling it with other software. In this case, adware gets installed after finishing software installation without deselecting the included adware. Usually, it can be deselected using "Custom", "Advanced", or similar settings provided in installers (or downloaders).

How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?

Always use official pages and direct links when willing to download applications (and files). Do not download them from shady websites, third-party downloaders, P2P networks, etc. Check downloaders and installers for unwanted apps before downloading or installing software.

Also, do not click on advertisements displayed by shady, dubious websites or allow such pages to show notifications. If your computer is already infected with AnalyticDeal, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for Windows to automatically eliminate this adware.

A pop-up that appears after the installation of AnalyticDeal adware:

analyticdeal adware pop-up displayed once installation is done

AnalyticDeal's Contents folder:

analyticdeal adware contents folder

Instant automatic malware removal:

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Quick menu:

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

Video showing how to remove AnalyticDeal adware using Combo Cleaner:

AnalyticDeal adware removal:

Remove AnalyticDeal-related potentially unwanted applications from your "Applications" folder:

mac browser hijacker removal from 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.

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Remove adware-related files and folders

Mac Go To Folder step

Click the Finder icon, from the menu bar. Choose Go, and click Go to Folder...

Mac removing related files and folders - step 1 Check for adware generated files in the /Library/LaunchAgents/ folder:

Mac go to /Library/LaunchAgents - step 1

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: /Library/LaunchAgents/

Mac go to /Library/LaunchAgents - step 2

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.

Mac removing related files and folders - step 2 Check for adware generated files in the ~/Library/Application Support/ folder:

Mac go to /Library/Application Support - step 1

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/Application Support/

Mac go to /Library/Application Support - step 2

In the "Application Support" folder, look for any recently-added suspicious folders. For example, "MplayerX" or "NicePlayer", and move these folders to the Trash.

Mac removing related files and folders - step 3 Check for adware generated files in the ~/Library/LaunchAgents/ folder:

Mac go to ~/Library/LaunchAgents - step 1

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/

Mac go to ~/Library/LaunchAgents - step 2

Mac removing related files and folders - step 4 Check for adware generated files in the /Library/LaunchDaemons/ folder:

Mac go to /Library/LaunchDaemons - step 1

In the "Go to Folder..." bar, type: /Library/LaunchDaemons/

Mac go to /Library/LaunchDaemons - step 2

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.

Mac removing malware related files and folders - step 5 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.

Mac remove malware with Combo Cleaner - step 1

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.

Mac remove malware with Combo Cleaner - step 2

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:

Removal of malicious extensions in Safari - step 1

Open the Safari browser, from the menu bar, select "Safari" and click "Preferences...".

Removal of malicious extensions in Safari - step 2

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:

Removal of malicious extensions in Google Chrome - step 1

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".

Removal of malicious extensions in Google Chrome - step 2

If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Google Chrome.

Remove malicious extensions from Mozilla Firefox:

Removal of malicious extensions in Mozilla Firefox - step 1

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".

Removal of malicious extensions in Mozilla Firefox - step 2

If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Mozilla Firefox.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What harm can adware cause?

Having adware installed on your computer or a browser can cause problems such as diminished web browsing experience, decreased computer performance, invaded privacy, and (or) other issues related to online privacy and browsing safety.

What does adware do?

The primary purpose of adware is to serve annoying ads. Moreover, it can be used to collect information and promote fake search engines.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

A big part of their income is generated through affiliate programs. Usually, they use adware to promote various websites, products, services, etc.

Will Combo Cleaner remove AnalyticDeal adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner will remove adware without leaving any files or other components behind. It can be challenging to remove adware completely when doing it manually. Thus, it is advisable to use apps like Combo Cleaner for adware removal.