How to uninstall UnlimitedBolt from the operating system
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of software is UnlimitedBolt?
UnlimitedBolt is one of the untrustworthy applications designed to generate annoying advertisements. Software that shows ads is called adware (or advertising-supported software). Most adware is promoted and distributed using questionable (often deceptive) methods. Our team discovered UnlimitedBolt on a shady website offering to update supposedly outdated software.
UnlimitedBolt adware in detail
Adware generates pop-up ads, banners, coupons, surveys, and (or) other advertising material. Clicking on ads displayed by apps like UnlimitedBolt can lead to questionable/potentially malicious pages (e.g., various scams, phishing websites, deceptive pages offering to download untrustworthy apps, etc.). Also, those ads can be designed to cause unexpected downloads or even installations.
Our team tested many apps virtually identical to UnlimitedBolt. It is important to mention that part of them can read sensitive information from websites (e.g., credit card details, passwords, and telephone numbers). Adware developers can use this information to steal online accounts and identities, make fraudulent purchases, etc.
| Name | Ads by UnlimitedBolt |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:AdAgent-DH [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.Adload.23), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.G), Kaspersky (Not-a-virus:HEUR:AdWare.OSX.Searchproxy.f), 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
Advertising-supported applications bombard users with unwanted (intrusive) ads. Sometimes, they can hijack web browsers (by changing their settings) and collect various data. Apps like UnlimitedBolt usually are promoted and distributed using deceptive methods. Thus, users often download and install them unintentionally.
More adware examples are IndexerPortal, ViewOrigin, and AllocateType.
How did UnlimitedBolt install on my computer?
It is common for apps like to UnlimitedBolt to be offered on deceptive websites and distributed via fake installers for Adobe Flash Player (or other software). Users rarely install adware knowingly. Also, adware is distributed via shady advertisements and software bundles.
Users install adware alongside other software when they finish installations without changing "Advanced", "Custom", or other settings available in installers.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download applications from official websites (and via direct download links) and stores. Do not trust files and apps downloaded from shady pages, third-party downloaders, P2P networks, and similar sources. Also, do not click on shady ads, pop-ups offering to download software, fake buttons, etc., displayed by dubious sites.
Always deselect optional (unwanted) applications included in installers before finishing software installations. If your computer is already infected with UnlimitedBolt, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
A window that pops up after the installation of UnlimitedBolt adware:
UnlimitedBolt's installation folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is UnlimitedBolt?
- STEP 1. Remove UnlimitedBolt related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove UnlimitedBolt ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove UnlimitedBolt adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove UnlimitedBolt ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove UnlimitedBolt adware using Combo Cleaner:
UnlimitedBolt adware removal:
Remove UnlimitedBolt-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?
While installed, adware can slow down a computer and diminish the web browsing experience by showing annoying advertisements.
What does adware do?
As a rule, the main purpose of adware is to bombard users with pop-up ads, coupons, surveys, banners, etc. Additionally, software of this type can be designed to manipulate the settings of a web browser and collect information about users.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Their main source of income usually is affiliate programs. They participate in those programs to promote websites, services, products, etc.
Will Combo Cleaner remove UnlimitedBolt adware?
Combo Cleaner can remove adware-type and other unwanted applications. It is recommended to remove adware automatically to avoid leaving unwanted data in the system after manual removal.
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