How to remove RecordConsole from the operating system
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is RecordConsole?
During our investigation into dubious websites that falsely indicate outdated software, we came across RecordConsole, which upon downloading and installation, proved to be of no practical use and instead displayed irritating advertisements. For this reason, our team classified RecordConsole as adware.
RecordConsole adware in detail
RecordConsole is an adware application that displays various types of unwanted advertisements on the affected computer. These ads may appear in the form of pop-up windows, banners, or sponsored links. Also, they can obscure the content, slow down the page loading times, and cause frustration for the user.
Ads shown by RecordConsole can promote questionable products or services, such as gambling sites, adult content, or fake software updates. Also, they can be designed to trigger unwanted downloads and installations. Thus, it is highly advisable not to trust RecordConsole or its ads.
In addition to displaying intrusive ads, RecordConsole may track the user's online activities and collect sensitive information such as browsing history, search queries, and login credentials, which can be used for targeted advertising, sold to third parties, or misused in other ways.
| Name | Ads by RecordConsole |
| 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), 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 also function as a browser hijacker. Some adware programs are designed to modify the user's web browser settings without their consent, such as changing the homepage, default search engine, or new tab page. These changes can redirect users to unwanted websites and display additional ads or pop-ups.
More examples of advertising-supported apps are MainHandler, BinaryOptimizer, and LauncherProgress.
How did RecordConsole install on my computer?
Users can inadvertently install adware by downloading and installing software from untrustworthy sources, clicking on misleading or deceptive pop-up ads, or installing browser extensions or plugins that promise to enhance their browsing experience but instead inject ads into web pages.
Adware can also be bundled with legitimate software and installed without the user's knowledge or consent. For example, when a user downloads and installs a free application from the internet, they may also be unknowingly installing adware that was bundled with it.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Users should always download software from reputable sources and official websites only. They should also be careful during installations and read all prompts and checkboxes before clicking "Next" or "Install". It is important to decline any additional software or browser extensions offered during the installation process.
Additionally, users should not trust links and ads on dubious pages or notifications from websites of this kind. If your computer is already infected with RecordConsole, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
A message that appears after the installation of RecordConsole:
RecordConsole's installation folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is RecordConsole?
- STEP 1. Remove RecordConsole related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove RecordConsole ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove RecordConsole adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove RecordConsole ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove RecordConsole adware using Combo Cleaner:
RecordConsole adware removal:
Remove RecordConsole-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 computer by consuming system resources, leading to poor performance. Also, it can track a user's online activity and collect sensitive data, which can be sold to third parties. Moreover, adware can also display intrusive and unwanted ads and pop-ups that can be annoying and potentially harmful.
What does adware do?
Adware is a type of software that displays unwanted and annoying ads on a user's computer or mobile device. Also, it can function as a browser hijacker and gather various data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
The primary source of income for adware developers is usually through advertising and promoting different products, services, and websites. A significant portion of this revenue is obtained through affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove RecordConsole adware?
Combo Cleaner can scan and remove any adware applications on your computer. It is important to note that manual removal may not be sufficient since some files may remain in the system. Certain components may still be active even if the software (adware) is uninstalled.
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