How to uninstall NameSync adware

What is NameSync?

Identical to GeneralNetSearch, Resourcetools, GlobalTechSearch, and a number of others, NameSync is an adware-type application that claims to enhance the browsing experience. Initially, NameSync may seem legitimate, however, this app typically infiltrates systems without permission. In addition, it delivers intrusive advertisements and causes unwanted browser redirects.

This application redirects to a dubious website when users attempt to search the Internet. The process works as follows: 1) user enters a search query; 2) NameSync redirects them to a dubious URL; 3) users are presented with search results generated by the Google search engine.

Other applications from this adware family are known to deliver results generated by the Bing and Yahoo search engines. Whether NameSync does this is currently unknown, however, it might be used to generate web traffic or record information such as search queries, IP addresses, websites visited, and so on.

In any case, these redirects significantly diminish the browsing experience. Adware-type applications are also known to display intrusive advertisements. They typically deploy coupons, banners, pop-ups, and other similar ads. To achieve this, criminals employ tools that enable placement of third party graphical content on any site.

Therefore, the ads often conceal underlying content, thereby significantly diminishing the browsing experience. In addition, intrusive advertisements typically redirect to dubious websites and can even execute scripts to download/install unwanted (potentially malicious) applications.

Therefore, even a single accidental click might result in high-risk computer infections. For these reason, NameSync should be uninstalled immediately.

Threat Summary:

Name	NameSync potentially unwanted application
Threat Type	Mac malware, Mac virus
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), fake flash player installers, 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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All potentially unwanted applications (PUAs) are very similar. By offering many "useful features", they attempt to give the impression of legitimacy, however, apps such as NameSync typically have just one purpose: to generate revenue for the developers. Rather than giving any real value for regular users, PUAs deliver advertisements, cause redirects, and gather data.

How did NameSync install on my computer?

PUAs such as NameSync are usually proliferated using the aforementioned intrusive advertisements and a deceptive marketing method called "bundling". Developers know that users often rush download/installation processes and skip steps. Therefore, all unwanted apps are concealed behind "Custom/Advanced" settings (or other sections) of the download/installation processes.

Carelessly skipping these steps or clicking advertisements can lead to inadvertent installation of rogue apps. In this way, users expose their systems to risk of various infections and compromise their privacy.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

To prevent infiltration by PUAs, be very cautious during the download/installation processes and when browsing the Internet. Carefully analyze each step of the download/installation processes using the "Custom" or "Advanced" settings. Decline offers to download/install third party applications and opt-out of those already included.

You are advised to download programs from official sources only, preferably using direct download links. Third party downloaders/installers usually include rogue apps and thus these tools should not be used.

Be aware that intrusive advertisements usually seem legitimate, however, they redirect to dubious websites (gambling, adult dating, pornography, and similar). If you encounter these advertisements, eliminate all suspicious applications and browser plug-ins.

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

Pop-up window displayed once NameSync installation is over:

Files of NameSync adware:

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Quick menu:

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

Video showing how to remove NameSync adware using Combo Cleaner:

NameSync adware removal:

Remove NameSync-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.

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