How to uninstall BufferView from the operating system

What is BufferView?

Our examination of the BufferView application has shown that it is adware. This type of software displays ads, and BufferView has been flagged as malicious by security vendors. As a result, its ads may be misleading and could direct users to harmful websites. It is recommended that users avoid installing BufferView.

BufferView adware in detail

BufferView is a type of adware that can generate different kinds of ads, including pop-ups, banners, and coupons. These ads might contain misleading information, such as fake warnings or too-good-to-be-true offers. Clicking these ads could lead users to harmful websites that promote scams, unreliable programs, and potentially dangerous content.

The websites opened through these ads may try to deceive users into making payments for fake products or services or steal sensitive data like credit card details and login credentials. They may also distribute malware or unwanted software that further damages the system.

Besides flooding users with ads, adware like BufferView can drain system resources, causing performance issues like slowdowns, freezes, or crashes. It can also track browsing habits and collect personal information, risking user privacy. Some adware is difficult to remove, and specialized security tools like Combo Cleaner might be needed to completely remove these programs.

To safeguard computers and avoid privacy issues, it is important to uninstall BufferView or similar apps (if present) immediately.

Conclusion

Adware usually causes issues like unwanted ads, privacy concerns, and performance problems. Removing adware is highly advisable to avoid the associated risks. It is important to remember that adware is often disguised as legitimate and useful software. More adware examples are MicroBrowser, MethodApplication, and ActiveProcesser.

How did BufferView install on my computer?

BufferView and similar applications are often included with free or untrustworthy software. Users may unknowingly install adware alongside their intended program if they rush through the installation process and leave the provided settings (e.g., "Advanced" or "Custom") unchanged. This distribution method is known as bundling.

Such software can also be delivered through other channels, including unofficial app stores, P2P networks, third-party downloaders, fake software updates, misleading pop-up ads, and notifications from untrustworthy websites.

How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?

Download apps and files only from trusted sources, such as official websites and reputable app stores. When installing software, choose the "Advanced" or "Custom" settings to review and decline any unwanted additions. Avoid clicking on pop-ups, ads, links, or buttons from unreliable websites, and never grant notification permissions to suspicious pages.

Keep your system and applications up to date, and perform regular scans with a trusted security tool. If your computer is already infected with BufferView, 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 BufferView:

BufferView's installation folder:

Instant automatic Mac malware removal:

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Quick menu:

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

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

BufferView adware removal:

Remove BufferView-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 bombard users with annoying ads, slow down computers, expose users to scams, and cause privacy issues.

What does adware do?

Adware is designed to display advertisements. Additionally, it can gather browsing-related and other information, and hijack web browsers.

How do adware developers generate revenue?

Adware developers make money by advertising various products, services, websites, etc. A significant share of their revenue comes from affiliate programs, where they receive commissions for attracting visitors or boosting sales.

Will Combo Cleaner remove BufferView adware?

Combo Cleaner can scan your computer and remove all detected adware. Manual removal is not always effective, as hidden files may remain in the system. To guarantee complete elimination, using a tool like Combo Cleaner is advisable.