How to remove IndexerClient from the operating system
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of software is IndexerClient?
After downloading and installing the IndexerClient application, we found that it has specifications of adware - it displays annoying advertisements. We discovered IndexerClient on a deceptive website claiming that Adobe Flash Player needs to be updated. It is worth mentioning that most users install adware inadvertently.
IndexerClient adware in detail
Advertisements generated by apps like IndexerClient can open untrustworthy websites. Those websites can be used to trick visitors into providing sensitive information, downloading questionable (or even malicious) applications, transferring money, etc. In some cases, clicking on those ads can cause unwanted downloads and installations.
Our team has inspected many apps similar to IndexerClient. We learned that some of those apps can read passwords, browsing history, credit card details, and other information. Adware developers may misuse obtained data for malicious purposes. Thus, having IndexerClient installed on the operating system can lead to various problems.
| Name | Ads by IndexerClient |
| 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. |
More about adware
Advertising-supported software bombards users with annoying ads. Additionally, it can hijack web browsers and (or) collect various information. It is common for adware to be promoted/distributed using deceptive pages and other shady methods. Thus, it gets downloaded (and installed) unknowingly.
More adware examples are DigitGuild, PanelCharge, and SpaceEnergy.
How did IndexerClient install on my computer?
It is very common for adware to be distributed via deceptive pages offering to install updates for the Adobe Flash Player and other shady sites. In other words, adware often is installed via fake installers. In other cases, it gets installed via deceptive ads and software bundles.
When adware is bundled with other software, unwanted installations occur after finishing installation processes without changing "Advanced", "Custom", or similar settings available in installers. Advertisements can cause unwanted downloads/installations too. They can be designed to run certain scripts.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download applications and files from trustworthy sources such as official pages and legitimate stores. Never use shady websites, third-party downloaders, P2P networks, etc., to download software (or files). Also, check downloaders and installers for unwanted applications (and deselect them) before finishing downloads and installations.
Do not trust advertisements appearing on questionable websites or allow such pages to show notifications. If your computer is already infected with IndexerClient, 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 IndexerClient adware:
IndexerClient's installation folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is IndexerClient?
- STEP 1. Remove IndexerClient related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove IndexerClient ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove IndexerClient adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove IndexerClient ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove IndexerClient adware using Combo Cleaner:
IndexerClient adware removal:
Remove IndexerClient-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 affect the performance of a computer (it can slow a computer down), invade privacy, diminish the Internet browsing experience, and cause other issues.
What does adware do?
In most cases, the main purpose of adware is to display unwanted advertisements. Sometimes, it can gather information and hijack a web browser by manipulating its settings as well.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware is monetized by promoting various products, services, web pages, etc. Usually, the main channel of income is various affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove IndexerClient adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan the operating system and remove all detected adware. Manual removal may not be successful since components belonging to the adware might be present and running even after the removal.
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