How to uninstall Victualry.app from your computer
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is Victualry.app?
We have tested Victualry.app and found that it has traits of adware. Once installed, Victualry.app delivers annoying advertisements. Additionally, we discovered that Victualry.app belongs to the Pirrit family. It is highly advisable not to install such apps and uninstall them if they are already present.
Victualry.app adware in detail
Victualry.app can generate various pop-ups, coupons, banners, and other ads that may contain misleading and fake messages, such as bogus warnings, alerts, and offers. Clicking these ads can direct users to potentially malicious websites. Also, interacting with them may trigger unexpected downloads and installations.
Ads from apps like Victualry.app can take users sites hosting technical support scams, phishing schemes, fraudulent giveaways, lotteries, investment offers, etc. These pages can trick users into disclosing personal information (e.g., credit card details, social security numbers, ID card information, login credentials).
They can also deceive users into sending money to scammers (e.g., paying for fake services) and downloading malicious software. Therefore, Victualry.app and its ads cannot be trusted and should be avoided. Additionally, Victualry.app may be capable of gathering browsing data and even more personal details that could be shared with third parties or misused in other ways.
It is also worth mentioning that adware can slow down computers by consuming system resources. Additionally, adware often integrates deeply into the system, making it difficult to remove through standard methods. In some cases, specialized software or manual removal steps may be required to eliminate adware.
| Name | Ads by Victualry.app |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:Agent-AOG [Trj]), Combo Cleaner (Trojan.GenericKD.73097406), ESET-NOD32 (Multiple Detections), Kaspersky (Not-a-virus:HEUR:AdWare.OSX.Pirrit.gen), Full List (VirusTotal) |
| 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
In conclusion, adware can impact system performance by slowing down devices and cause annoyance by displaying unwanted ads. Also, it can expose users to privacy risks by gathering various data. It is advisable to be cautious when downloading and installing software to avoid adware.
Some examples of adware-type apps are ProductiveRecognition, OriginRemote, and ModuleUpdater.
How did Victualry.app install on my computer?
Adware is often deployed through a method known as bundling, where it is included as an optional component in the installation of free or untrustworthy software. Users may unintentionally install it by not adjusting the "Manual", "Advanced", or "Custom" settings or by leaving certain checkboxes selected/ticked during installation.
Adware can also be installed when downloading apps or programs from unreliable sources, such as unofficial websites, third-party downloaders, unverified app stores, or P2P networks. Additionally, users may be misled into installing adware through deceptive ads, pop-ups, or misleading buttons and notifications.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download applications and files from official websites and trusted app stores. During installation, check the available options to see if they mention any additional programs and reject unwanted offers. Do not trust ads, buttons, or pop-ups on questionable sites, and avoid accepting notifications from suspicious pages.
Keep your operating system and software up to date, and regularly scan your computer using a reputable security tool to detect and remove any unwanted programs that may have been installed. If your computer is already infected with Victualry.app, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
When removing Victualry.app, it is important to check these folders for its components (the filenames may differ in each folder, yet every single one should contain "victualry"):
- ~/Library/LaunchAgents
- /Library/LaunchDaemons
- /Library/LaunchAgents
- /Library/StartupItems
A warning that appears before installing Victualry.app adware:
Text in this warning:
"Victualry.app" will damage your computer.
This file was downloaded on a unknown date.
OK
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Quick menu:
- What is Victualry.app?
- STEP 1. Remove Victualry.app related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove Victualry.app ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove Victualry.app adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove Victualry.app ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove adware and browser hijackers from a Mac computer:
Victualry.app adware removal:
Remove Victualry.app-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?
Usually, adware can diminish the computing experience and expose users to untrustworthy websites and applications.
What does adware do?
Software of this type generates advertisements. Also, it can be created to harvest information and hijack browsers.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware developers usually make money by advertising products, websites, or services. The bulk of their revenue comes from affiliate programs, where they earn commissions for directing users to specific sites or for encouraging downloads, purchases, or sign-ups from those ads.
Will Combo Cleaner remove Victualry.app adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and remove all adware applications. Manual removal might not be perfect, as some files could be left behind. Even if you delete the software, some of its parts might still remain and continue running.
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