How to uninstall ExtendedTech from a computer
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of application is ExtendedTech?
While testing the ExtendedTech application, our team discovered that it displays intrusive advertisements. Therefore, we classified this app as adware. It is common for adware to be promoted and distributed using questionable (often deceptive) methods. Thus, users often download and install it inadvertently.
ExtendedTech adware in detail
ExtendedTech bombards users with advertisements that can open potentially malicious web pages. Those ads can open websites designed to lure visitors into calling fake technical support numbers, downloading shady applications, providing sensitive information (e.g., credit card details, ID card information), etc.
Moreover, ads displayed by advertising-supported software can be designed to cause unwanted downloads and installations by running certain scripts. Thus, it is strongly recommended not to trust ExtendedTech and its advertisements.
Another reason to remove ExtendedTech from the operating system is that sometimes apps of this type can read passwords, credit card details (and), or other personal information. Developers of untrustworthy apps may misuse obtained information for malicious purposes (e.g., to steal online accounts, identities, money, etc.).
| Name | Ads by ExtendedTech |
| 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), Symantec (OSX.Trojan.Gen), 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
In addition to showing unwanted ads, adware can promote shady search engines by hijacking web browsers. Typically, browser-hijacking apps change the default search engine, homepage, and (or) new tab page. Using untrustworthy search engines can lead to potentially malicious sites. Thus, it is highly advisable to browse the Internet using legitimate search engines only.
More examples of apps similar to ExtendedTech are UniversalSource, EazyBit, and DefaultFormat.
How did ExtendedTech install on my computer?
Most users install adware via fake installers downloaded from shady websites, deceptive advertisements, and software bundles. In the third case, users cause unwanted installations when they do not deselect unwanted apps. Typically, installers containing unwanted apps have "Advanced", "Custom", or other settings allowing users to deselect optional installations.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download applications from official pages and stores. Do not trust P2P networks, questionable pages, third-party downloaders, and similar sources to download them. Always check downloaders and installers for additionally included unwanted apps and deselect them. Do not trust ads on dubious pages or agree to receive notifications from web pages of this kind.
If your computer is already infected with ExtendedTech, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
A message that shows up after the installation of ExtendedTech adware:
ExtendedTech's installation folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is ExtendedTech?
- STEP 1. Remove ExtendedTech related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove ExtendedTech ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove ExtendedTech adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove ExtendedTech ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove ExtendedTech adware using Combo Cleaner:
ExtendedTech adware removal:
Remove ExtendedTech-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?
The most common issue caused by adware is diminished web browsing experience. Also, adware can slow down a computer and cause problems related to online privacy.
What does adware do?
Adware shows unwanted (annoying) advertisements. Also, it can be designed to promote fake search engines (by hijacking web browsers) and track users (collect various data).
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Usually, they participate in affiliate programs to monetize adware. They use adware to promote websites, products, services, etc.
Will Combo Cleaner remove ExtendedTech adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will remove adware from the operating system. It is worth mentioning that manual removal can be a complicated task since files or other data may remain in the system even after the removal. Combo Cleaner removes adware without leaving any of its data.
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