How to remove PromotePower from your computer
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is PromotePower?
Upon downloading and installing PromotePower, our team discovered that its main function is to display bothersome advertisements, leading us to classify it as adware. It is important to note that users often unwittingly download and install adware without understanding the potential consequences.
PromotePower overview
PromotePower is a type of software that is designed to display unwanted advertisements on a user's device. This app can be particularly invasive, causing unwanted pop-ups, banners, and other types of advertising to appear on a user's screen.
Also, PromotePower may track a user's browsing habits and gather personal information to deliver targeted ads. While not necessarily harmful in and of itself, this app can annoy a user and potentially put the user's privacy at risk.
Ads displayed by PromotePower can potentially open a wide range of websites, including legitimate sites as well as malicious ones. Adware may display ads that lead to websites promoting fake products, tech support scams, or phishing sites that attempt to steal sensitive information from users.
| Name | Ads by PromotePower |
| 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.j), 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), 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
Adware can hijack a web browser by changing the browser's settings. This can include altering the homepage, search engine, and new tab page, as well as adding unwanted extensions or toolbars to the browser. Adware can also redirect users to unwanted websites or display pop-ups that are difficult to close, making it difficult for users to navigate the internet effectively.
Examples of apps similar to PromotePower are HelperFormat, LeadingExplorerSearch, and MainAdviseSearch.
How did PromotePower install on my computer?
Users can unknowingly install adware on their devices by downloading and installing free software or applications from untrustworthy websites. Adware can often be bundled with these programs, and users may not be aware of its presence during the installation process.
Adware can also be installed through fake software updates or by clicking on links from untrustworthy sources, such as pop-up ads. Additionally, users may accidentally install adware by clicking on deceptive links or ads that claim to be something else, such as a legitimate software download or a system notification.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download software and applications from trusted websites, such as the software developer's official website or a reputable download site. Before installing any software, read the terms and conditions carefully to ensure that you do not inadvertently agree to install additional programs or adware.
Do not click on pop-ups or ads from untrustworthy websites, as these may lead to the download and installation of adware. Be wary of free offers that sound too good to be true, as these may be a way for adware to be installed on your device.
If your computer is already infected with PromotePower, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
A message that appears after the installation of PromotePower adware:
PromotePower's installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is PromotePower?
- STEP 1. Remove PromotePower related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove PromotePower ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove PromotePower adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove PromotePower ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove PromotePower adware using Combo Cleaner:
PromotePower adware removal:
Remove PromotePower-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?
It can slow down the system's performance, degrade the web browsing experience with intrusive ads, and also pose a security risk by collecting personal information.
What does adware do?
Adware is unwanted software that displays unwanted advertisements on a user's device. It is designed to generate revenue for its creators by forcing users to view and click on these ads.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware developers commonly earn income by advertising different products, websites, or services, often through affiliate programs that generate revenue based on clicks or purchases made through the ads.
Will Combo Cleaner remove PromotePower adware?
Combo Cleaner will perform a system scan and effectively remove any adware applications that are present. Manual removal methods may not always be sufficient since remnants of the software can be left behind and continue to operate even after the main software is deleted.
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