How to uninstall ProgressMapper from the operating system

What kind of application is ProgressMapper?

Our team has examined ProgressMapper and determined that it primarily functions to serve advertisements. This type of software is categorized as adware. ProgressMapper is capable of displaying deceptive ads, often directing users to unreliable or potentially harmful websites. As a result, it is recommended to avoid installing ProgressMapper.

ProgressMapper adware in detail

ProgressMapper is an application designed to generate advertisements for its users. These ads pop up unexpectedly and can disrupt browsing and overall computing experience. One of the main issues with ProgressMapper is its ability to promote misleading or even malicious websites.

Its ads can take users to untrustworthy pages and expose them to risks such as malware infections, phishing attacks, or scams. Users may be directed to technical support scams, fake giveaways, lotteries, surveys, sites offering "investment" opportunities, pages distributing malicious apps, etc.

On these websites, users may be lured into transferring money to scammers (e.g., paying for fake services or products), disclosing credit card details, passwords, or other sensitive information, or even downloading and executing malware on their computers. This can result in issues like monetary loss, identity theft, computer infections, and other problems.

Besides displaying ads, ProgressMapper might gather information. This may include data such as browsing activity, search queries, IP addresses, geolocation details, and even personal information like passwords or financial data, all of which could be exploited maliciously.

Additionally, ProgressMapper may consume system resources, leading to decreased computer performance. Manually removing ProgressMapper can be difficult, as it may not be easily uninstalled through standard methods. Specialized anti-malware software is often needed to eliminate apps like ProgressMapper.

Users who already have ProgressMapper installed should act quickly and remove it to protect their devices and avoid the risks posed by the app.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by ProgressMapper
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.
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Conclusion

Adware poses risks to privacy, security, and system performance. Therefore, it is important to avoid installing software of this type and to use trusted security tools for regular scans and removal. It is worth noting that adware is often disguised as legitimate and useful software to trick users into installing it.

Some examples of apps classified as adware are ProductConfig, ProjectSet, and ClientPartition.

How did ProgressMapper install on my computer?

Adware is commonly bundled with other programs. These programs tend to be free or questionable. Users who rush through installation without carefully checking the settings or opting for "Custom" or "Advanced" options may unknowingly install adware along with the desired app.

Additionally, adware can be delivered through deceptive ads on unreliable websites, pop-ups, or links included in deceptive emails. It can also spread through peer-to-peer (P2P) networks, unofficial download sites, third-party app stores, shady downloaders, etc.

How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?

Always download software from reliable sources, such as official app stores or trusted websites. During installation, choose "Custom" or "Advanced" options and reject unwanted offers (dubious apps). Avoid permitting questionable websites to send notifications. Do not click suspicious ads, pop-ups, or links, and keep your system and security software up to date.

If your computer is already infected with ProgressMapper, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

A message that appears after the installation of ProgressMapper:

ProgressMapper's installation folder:

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Quick menu:

• What is ProgressMapper?
• STEP 1. Remove ProgressMapper related files and folders from OSX.
• STEP 2. Remove ProgressMapper ads from Safari.
• STEP 3. Remove ProgressMapper adware from Google Chrome.
• STEP 4. Remove ProgressMapper ads from Mozilla Firefox.

Video showing how to remove adware and browser hijackers from a Mac computer:

ProgressMapper adware removal:

Remove ProgressMapper-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 often negatively affects device performance, causes issues related to privacy and security, and creates a disruptive experience by bombarding users with unwanted ads.

What does adware do?

Adware not only displays intrusive ads but can also gather personal data and manipulate (hijack) web browsers.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

They profit by displaying ads that promote various products, services, or websites. Adware developers typically earn revenue through affiliate marketing, receiving commissions for driving traffic or sales through the ads they show.

Will Combo Cleaner remove ProgressMapper adware?

Combo Cleaner can scan your system to detect and remove adware from your computer. Since manual removal might leave behind hidden elements, using a tool like Combo Cleaner guarantees thorough removal of the adware.

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