How to uninstall WebProcesser from computers
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is WebProcesser?
We have inspected WebProcesser and determined that it is an unwanted application with adware qualities. It is designed to display intrusive advertisements that can promote various scams and other shady web pages. Thus, users should avoid installing WebProcesser and remove it if it is already present.
WebProcesser adware in detail
WebProcesser bombards users with unwanted, often intrusive advertisements, disrupting activities and causing frustration. These ads can appear as pop-ups, banners, coupons, and other types of ads, which degrade the overall user experience. Clicking them can lead users to untrustworthy websites.
Users may be directed to phishing websites (or other deceptive sites) designed to steal personal information, such as credit card details, login credentials, ID card information, or other data. They may also encounter technical support and other scams intended to steal money or even distribute malware.
Furthermore, adware can consume system resources such as CPU and memory and collect personal information, such as browsing habits, search history, and location data. This data can be shared with third parties without the user's consent, raising serious privacy issues. Sometimes, apps like WebProcesser can access sensitive details like passwords.
In some cases, adware like WebProcesser can be challenging to remove because it often hides deep within the system or disguises itself as a legitimate program. Without proper tools like Combo Cleaner, users might not be able to eliminate it, and it can even reinstall itself after being removed.
Our adware removal guide is provided below, and it applies to most apps, including WebProcesser.
| Name | Ads by WebProcesser |
| 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
Overall, while adware might not always be as harmful as malware, it can cause significant disruptions, pose security and privacy risks, and lead to a degraded user experience. Thus, it is advisable to avoid installing apps that function like adware and uninstall any adware that may already be installed.
Some examples of other adware-type apps are FlexibleRemote, RecordPlatform, and TrustedSafeFinder.
How did WebProcesser install on my computer?
Users often install apps like WebProcesser together with free or dubious software, especially if they skip over the "Advanced" or "Custom" installation options and fail to deselect unwanted offers included in the installer of the main (intentionally downloaded) application.
Adware can also be downloaded and installed through deceptive software updates, misleading ads, suspicious links, notifications from unreliable websites, unofficial app stores, peer-to-peer (P2P) networks, third-party downloaders, and other untrustworthy sources.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download apps and files only from official websites or trusted app stores. Always choose "Custom" or "Advanced" installation settings when installing programs to review and reject any bundled offers. Avoid clicking suspicious links, pop-ups, buttons, or ads on dubious websites, and do not allow questionable sites to send you notifications.
Keep your system and applications up to date, and regularly scan your device with trusted security software to ensure protection. If your computer is already infected with WebProcesser, 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 WebProcesser:
WebProcesser installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is WebProcesser?
- STEP 1. Remove WebProcesser related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove WebProcesser ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove WebProcesser adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove WebProcesser ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove adware and browser hijackers from a Mac computer:
WebProcesser adware removal:
Remove WebProcesser-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?
Installing adware on your computer can affect the browsing experience and system performance. Also, adware can cause privacy and security issues.
What does adware do?
Adware displays unwanted advertisements, often in the form of pop-ups, coupons, and banners. Also, it can gather data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware developers usually earn revenue by promoting products, websites, or services through affiliate programs, where they receive payment based on user interactions or purchases.
Will Combo Cleaner remove WebProcesser adware?
Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and remove all adware. Manual removal is not always perfect, as some files may remain hidden, and parts of the adware may still be running even after deletion.
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