How to uninstall SimpleOptimizer

What kind of application is SimpleOptimizer?

Our team has examined SimpleOptimizer and discovered that security vendors flag it as malicious, and the app itself has qualities of adware. Installing it can flood users with intrusive and deceptive ads that expose them to potentially malicious sites. Thus, SimpleOptimizer should not be trusted.

SimpleOptimizer adware in detail

SimpleOptimizer can inundate users with disruptive ads, including banners, coupons, pop-ups, and other ads. These ads may contain bogus warnings, offers to install software updates, investment opportunities, social media posts, or other deceptive content. Interacting with these ads can direct users to unsafe websites containing scams, unwanted software, and more.

Web pages opened through these ads can be used to extract money by tricking users into paying for fake or unnecessary products or services. Also, they can be designed to steal credit card details, login credentials, ID card information, email addresses, social security numbers, and other information.

Moreover, interacting with SimpleOptimizer's ads might lead users to web pages that distribute potentially malicious software. Through these ads, users may encounter issues like monetary loss, identity theft, hijacking of personal accounts, privacy issues, and other problems. Thus, it is highly advisable to avoid clicking ads generated by apps like SimpleOptimizer.

Additionally, adware can slow down system performance by consuming resources. It can also track users' browsing habits and personal information, compromising privacy and potentially exposing sensitive data to third parties. Overall, if an app like SimpleOptimizer is already installed, it should be removed to avoid the associated risks.

Threat Summary:

Name	Ads by SimpleOptimizer
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.
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Conclusion

In conclusion, SimpleOptimizer can expose users to various risks, including scams, privacy breaches, and unwanted downloads. In order to protect systems and personal information, it is highly advisable to remove SimpleOptimizer from affected computers and avoid interacting with its ads. Examples of similar apps are MajorBuffer, CommonFunction, and DynamicSector.

How did SimpleOptimizer install on my computer?

Users can end up installing apps like SimpleOptimizer alongside free or questionable software, especially when they rush through the installation process without reviewing the “Advanced” or “Custom”, or other settings, and deselecting unwanted offers included in the installer.

Adware can also be unintentionally downloaded and installed through unofficial app stores and websites, P2P networks, third-party downloaders, and similar sources. Additionally, it may spread via fake software updates, misleading advertisements, suspicious links, and deceptive notifications.

How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?

Download apps and files from official websites or app stores. Select “Custom”, “Advanced”, or other provided settings when installing software, and decline any unwanted offers. Keep your system and software up to date, and avoid allowing notifications from unreliable sites.

Be cautious when encountering ads, pop-ups, or suspicious links on untrustworthy websites - avoid clicking them. Regularly scan your device with reputable security software and ensure it remains up to date. If your computer is already infected with SimpleOptimizer, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

A message that appears after the installation of SimpleOptimizer:

SimpleOptimizer's installation folder:

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Quick menu:

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

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

SimpleOptimizer adware removal:

Remove SimpleOptimizer-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 slow down computers, bombard users with annoying and misleading advertisements, expose users to scams and other online threats, and more.

What does adware do?

Adware generates advertisements. Additionally, it can be designed to gather information and promote various addresses by changing the settings of web browsers.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware developers often make money by promoting products, services, or websites, primarily through affiliate programs. They typically earn commissions when users interact with these promotions or make purchases.

Will Combo Cleaner remove SimpleOptimizer adware?

Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and remove all adware (and other unwanted applications). Manual removal might not be fully effective, as leftover files could remain hidden within the system. Thus, using tools like Combo Cleaner is advisable to remove unwanted apps without leaving their components.

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