How to eliminate the TripleChop unwanted application
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of application is TripleChop?
TripleChop is the name of an application that we discovered after downloading and using a fake installer for the Adobe Flash Player. While analyzing the app, we learned that it generates annoying advertisements. Thus, our team classified TripleChop as adware (advertising-supported software).
TripleChop adware in detail
TripleChop can display pop-ups, banners, coupons, surveys, etc., designed to open suspicious/potentially malicious websites. Ads displayed by TripleChop can open phishing pages, shady download websites for untrustworthy applications, technical support, investment scam sites, etc.
In some cases, clicking on ads displayed by adware like TripleChop can cause unwanted downloads or installations. For example, it can result in having a browser hijacked by an app designed to promote a fake search engine. It is also important to know that TripleChop may be capable of reading sensitive information (e.g., passwords, credit card details).
| Name | Ads by TripleChop |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:Adload-AG [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.AdLoad.13), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.G), Kaspersky (Not-a-virus:HEUR:AdWare.OSX.Adload.h), 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. |
| 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
Most advertising-supported applications are promoted and distributed using questionable methods. It is also common for them to be promoted as useful and legitimate. However, the main purpose of these apps usually is to display intrusive advertisements. In some cases, they can hijack web browsers and gather information.
More adware examples are BytesShow, WiseInternational, and AllianceSpace.
How did TripleChop install on my computer?
Apps like TripleChop are often distributed (get installed) via fake installers (e.g., fake installers for the Adobe Flash Player). These installers are downloaded mainly from deceptive websites. Also, adware can get installed alongside other software or after clicking on shady advertisements.
Software bundled with adware has "Advanced", "Custom", or other settings in its installer. Adware gets installed when those settings are left unchanged during the installation (after completing it). In all cases, users tend to install adware unknowingly.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download applications from official websites and stores. Do not use shady websites, P2P networks, third-party downloaders, etc., to download apps (or files). Deselect optional applications before finishing downloads and installations. Do not click ads appearing on shady pages or allow such pages to show notifications.
If your computer is already infected with TripleChop, 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 TripleChop adware:
TripleChop's installation folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is TripleChop?
- STEP 1. Remove TripleChop related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove TripleChop ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove TripleChop adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove TripleChop ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove TripleChop adware using Combo Cleaner:
TripleChop adware removal:
Remove TripleChop-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?
Typically, adware diminishes the Internet browsing experience (its ads cover the contents of visited websites). Moreover, advertising-supported apps can slow down computers and invade privacy.
What does adware do?
Adware is software that shows annoying/intrusive advertisements (e.g., banners, pop-ups, coupons, surveys). In addition to that, it can manipulate the settings of a web browser and gather data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Most of them use adware to promote websites, products, services, and so on. The most popular adware monetization method is to participate in affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove TripleChop adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will remove adware from the operating system. This application is helpful when adware is persistent Software of this type can be difficult to remove manually since various files and other components belonging to it often remain in the system even after the removal.
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