How to remove the WirePersonalTech adware-type app
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of application is WirePersonalTech?
Our research team discovered the WirePersonalTech application while reviewing new file submissions to the VirusTotal website. After analyzing this piece of software, we determined that it is adware belonging to the AdLoad malware family. The app is designed to run intrusive advert campaigns and may have other harmful capabilities.
WirePersonalTech adware overview
Adware stands for advertising-supported software. It feeds users with deceptive and malicious ads. This third-party graphical content is displayed on visited webpages and/or other interfaces. The adverts primarily promote scams, unreliable/harmful software, and malware. Some can even perform stealthy downloads/installations upon being clicked.
Keep in mind that while legitimate products/services may be encountered via these advertisements – they are highly unlikely to be endorsed in this manner by any official parties. It is most probable that this promotion is undertaken by scammers abusing the content's affiliate programs in order to obtain illegitimate commissions.
Adware might not deliver intrusive ad campaigns if the browser/system or user geolocation is incompatible, specific sites are not visited, or other conditions are unsuitable. However, the presence of this software (e.g., WirePersonalTech, etc.) on a system is not considered safe even if no adverts are displayed.
While AdLoad applications commonly have browser-hijacking functionalities, WirePersonalTech did not exhibit these qualities during our investigation.
Furthermore, advertising-supported software usually has data-checking abilities, and this might apply to WirePersonalTech. Targeted information may include: browsing and search engine histories, Internet cookies, log-in credentials, personally identifiable details, credit card numbers, and so on. This vulnerable data can then be sold to third-parties or otherwise abused for profit.
To summarize, software like WirePersonalTech may cause infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and even identity theft.
| Name | Ads by WirePersonalTech |
| 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.H), Kaspersky (Not-a-virus:HEUR:AdWare.OSX.Searchpro), 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. |
Adware examples
LaunchImprovment, VideoEthernetInteger, SyncedAdmin, and ThemeRanked are merely some examples of adware we have analyzed recently.
Despite the fact that advertising-supported software may appear legitimate/innocuous and offer a wide variety of "useful" functionalities – it almost never operates as promised. These functions are used as bait to trick users into downloading/installing the software.
How did WirePersonalTech install on my computer?
Adware may have "official" promotional webpages, and it is endorsed on scam sites. Most visitors enter these pages via redirects caused by misspelled URLs, websites using rogue advertising networks, spam browser notifications, intrusive ads, or installed adware (with browser force-opening capabilities).
The "bundling" marketing technique – packing regular program installers with unwanted/malicious additions – is also used to distribute adware.
Downloading from dubious channels (e.g., freeware and free file-hosting sites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc.) and treating installations with negligence (e.g., ignoring terms, using "Easy/Quick" settings, etc.) – increase the risk of inadvertently permitting access for bundled content into the system.
Additionally, this software is proliferated by intrusive advertisements. Once clicked on, some of these adverts can execute scripts to perform downloads/installations without user consent.
How to avoid installation of adware?
We highly recommend researching software before downloading or purchasing it. Furthermore, all downloads must be performed from official and trustworthy sources. Installation processes must be treated with caution. Therefore, we advise reading terms, exploring possible options, using the "Custom/Advance" settings, and opting out of all additional apps, extensions, etc.
Another recommendation is to be vigilant while browsing since fraudulent and dangerous online content typically appears genuine and harmless. For example, while intrusive adverts may look innocuous – they redirect to unreliable and questionable websites (e.g., gambling, pornography, scam-promoting, adult dating, etc.).
In case of continuous encounters with ads and/or redirects of this kind, check the system and immediately remove all suspect applications and browser extensions/plug-ins. If your computer is already infected with WirePersonalTech, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up window displayed once WirePersonalTech adware's installation is over:
WirePersonalTech adware's installation folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is WirePersonalTech?
- STEP 1. Remove WirePersonalTech related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove WirePersonalTech ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove WirePersonalTech adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove WirePersonalTech ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove WirePersonalTech adware using Combo Cleaner:
WirePersonalTech adware removal:
Remove WirePersonalTech-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-displayed advertisements endorse content capable of causing system infections, privacy issues, financial losses, and other serious problems. This software can diminish the browsing experience and system performance. Advertising-supported software is also classed as a privacy threat since it usually gathers private information.
What does adware do?
Adware is designed to enable the placement of advertisements on various interfaces. This software may also be capable of generating redirects and collecting sensitive data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Most of the profit is made through affiliate programs by endorsing content. Adware developers may earn commissions from ad clicks, site visits, file downloads, product purchases, service subscriptions, or similar.
Will Combo Cleaner remove WirePersonalTech adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner can scan computers and eliminate all adware-type apps present. It is pertinent to mention that manual removal (performed without the aid of security programs) might not be ideal. In some instances, various file remnants stay hidden within the system after the adware has been manually removed. These components might continue to run and cause issues. Therefore, it is crucial to eliminate advertising-supported software thoroughly.
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