How to uninstall GuideTable from computers
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is GuideTable?
Our team tested the GuideTable app and found that its functionality includes displaying annoying advertisements. Therefore, we classified GuideTable as adware. It is common for software of this type to be promoted and distributed using dubious methods, and users are often tricked into installing it.
GuideTable adware in detail
GuideTable can display various intrusive and potentially harmful ads (e.g., banners, pop-ups, coupons). These ads can cover the user's screen and, if clicked, open unreliable websites. Some of these ads can be fake system warnings or prize giveaways designed to trick visitors into visiting scam websites.
Also, GuideTable might show ads promoting dubious products or services and phishing pages designed to steal personal information (e.g., credit card details or passwords). Moreover, ads displayed by GuideTable may take users to sites hosting technical support scams or potentially malicious software.
Overall, the pages opened via ads displayed by GuideTable can compromise their security and privacy. Thus, users are advised against interacting with ads coming from installed adware-type apps like GuideTable. Additionally, GuideTable might gather various information.
It is common for adware to target browsing history, names, email addresses, phone numbers, location information, details about the user's operating system, IP addresses, and similar details. Sometimes, malicious adware can gather sensitive information, such as credit card details and passwords. Either way, users should remove any installed adware from computers as soon as possible.
| Name | Ads by GuideTable |
| 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.H), 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. |
Conclusion
Adware can pose issues by continuously showing intrusive and unwanted advertisements. Beyond being annoying, it can compromise privacy by collecting various information. Additionally, adware can degrade computer performance by using up system resources. Users should be careful when downloading applications and make sure they come from reliable sources.
Some examples of adware-type apps are GuideInfo, ConnectedSource, and OnlinePartition.
How did GuideTable install on my computer?
Users can end up with adware on their computers when they download and install freeware or unreliable software. Adware is often bundled with the main program and may be presented as an optional component that can be deselected. Adware is usually found in the "Advanced", "Custom", or similar sections. Users inadvertently agree to install adware if they do not deselect unwanted offers.
Adware can also be installed when users download software from unofficial websites or untrustworthy third-party app stores. Additionally, adware can be distributed through peer-to-peer networks, third-party download managers, deceptive advertisements, fake software updates, and misleading notifications from dubious sites.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download software from reliable sources, such as official web pages or app stores. Avoid downloading from P2P networks, shady sites, and similar sources. During installation, look for unwanted apps and deselect them (if present). Do not click suspicious ads, pop-ups, and similar content on questionable pages.
Additionally, do not permit dubious websites to show notifications, keep all software (and the operating system) up to date, and use reliable security software. If your computer is already infected with GuideTable, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
A pop-up that appears after the installation of GuideTable:
GuideTable's installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is GuideTable?
- STEP 1. Remove GuideTable related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove GuideTable ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove GuideTable adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove GuideTable ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove adware and browser hijackers from a Mac computer:
GuideTable adware removal:
Remove GuideTable-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 can degrade computer performance, negatively impact web browsing, and threaten privacy and security.
What does adware do?
Adware displays various advertisements, and it can also be designed to gather different types of data, and take control of web browsers.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware developers typically earn most of their income through affiliate programs. When users interact with the ads displayed by the adware and make purchases (or take other actions), the developers receive payments from these affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove OnlinePartition adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and remove adware. However, manual removal may not always be completely effective, as remnants of files can remain hidden in the system. Therefore, using specialized tools like Combo Cleaner may be necessary to completely eliminate adware.
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