How to uninstall LogarithmicRecord adware?
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How to remove LogarithmicRecord adware from Mac?
What is LogarithmicRecord?
LogarithmicRecord is an adware-type application with browser hijacker traits. This app runs intrusive advertisement campaigns, makes alterations to browser settings - in order to promote a fake search engine. Additionally, most adware-types and browser hijackers collect browsing-related information. Due to the dubious methods used to distribute LogarithmicRecord, it is deemed to be a PUA (Potentially Unwanted Application).
Adware delivers pop-ups, banners, coupons, surveys and other intrusive adverts. These ads seriously diminish the browsing experience, since they overlay page content and limit the browsing activity. Furthermore, upon being clicked, intrusive advertisements redirect to various untrustworthy/malicious websites and some can even execute scripts to stealthily download/install software (e.g. PUAs). Browser hijackers reassign browsers' homepage, default search engine and new tab/window URLs - to the addresses of fake web searchers. Hence, with such a piece of software installed: every new browser tab/window opened and web search done via the URL bar - redirect to the promoted address. Fake search engines are rarely able to generate search results, so they redirect (or cause redirection chains leading) to Google, Yahoo, Bing and other legitimate ones. Browser hijackers can also restrict/deny access to the browser's settings and/or undo any permitted changes made. As mentioned in the introduction, most PUAs (e.g. adware and browser hijackers included) have data tracking abilities. They can monitor browsing activity (URLs visited, pages viewed, search queries typed, etc.) and gather personal information extracted from it (IP addresses, geolocations and other details). The collected data is typically shared with and/or sold to third parties (potentially, cyber criminals). Therefore, presence of unwanted software on devices can lead to system infections, financial losses, severe privacy issues and even identity theft. To ensure device integrity and user safety, it is crucial to remove all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins must be removed without delay.
| Name | Ads by LogarithmicRecord |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| 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), 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. |
| Malware Removal (Mac) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your Mac with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
AdjustableView, FieldIndexer, PublicBoardSearch and OperativeDevice are some examples of other adware-type apps. They appear legitimate and useful. Users are enticed into download/installation with offers of a wide variety of abilities. However, the features seldom work as promised and in most cases - they do not work at all. In fact, this applies to practically all PUAs. Functionality and user safety are irrelevant, since the only purpose of unwanted software is to generate revenue for the developers. Therefore, instead of delivering on any promises, PUAs run intrusive advert campaigns, modify browser settings, cause redirects and collect private data.
How did LogarithmicRecord install on my computer?
PUAs are distributed via download/installation setups of other products. This false marketing technique of packing regular software with unwanted or malicious additions - is called "bundling". Rushed download/installation processes (e.g. ignored terms, skipped steps and sections, etc.) - increase the risk of unintentionally allowing bundled content into the system. Select PUAs have "official" promotional webpages, from which they can be downloaded. Intrusive advertisements proliferate these apps as well. Once clicked on, they can execute scripts to download/install PUAs without user permission.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
It is highly recommended to research software before download/installation and/or purchase. Only official and verified download channels must be used. Since the untrustworthy sources, e.g. unofficial and free file-hosting websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks and other third party downloaders - commonly offer deceptive and/or bundled content. When downloading/installing, it is important to read terms, explore all possible options, use the "Custom" or "Advanced" settings and opt-out from supplementary apps, tools, features, etc. Intrusive ads appear legitimate, however they redirect to various unreliable and harmful sites (e.g. gambling, pornography, adult-dating, and so on). In case of encounters with such adverts and/or redirects of this kind, the system must be inspected and all suspect applications and browser extensions/plug-ins - immediately removed from it. If your computer is already infected with LogarithmicRecord, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up window displayed once LogarithmicRecord adware installation is over:
LogarithmicRecord adware's installation folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is LogarithmicRecord?
- STEP 1. Remove LogarithmicRecord related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove LogarithmicRecord ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove LogarithmicRecord adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove LogarithmicRecord ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove adware and browser hijackers from a Mac computer:
LogarithmicRecord adware removal:
Remove LogarithmicRecord-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 ads by logarithmicrecord 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 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 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 in the correct order you Mac should be clean of infections. To be sure 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 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 it's virus definition database and click "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.
Ads by LogarithmicRecord removal from Internet browsers:
Remove malicious extensions from Safari:
Remove ads by logarithmicrecord related Safari extensions:
Open 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 normal browser operation.
- If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Safari.
Remove malicious plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox:
Remove ads by logarithmicrecord related Mozilla Firefox add-ons:
Open your Mozilla Firefox browser. At the top right corner of the screen, click the "Open Menu" (three horizontal lines) button. From the opened menu, choose "Add-ons".
Choose the "Extensions" tab and look for any recently-installed suspicious add-ons. When located, click the "Remove" button next to it/them. Note that you can safely uninstall all extensions from your Mozilla Firefox browser - none are crucial for normal browser operation.
- If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Mozilla Firefox.
Remove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:
Remove ads by logarithmicrecord related Google Chrome add-ons:
Open Google Chrome and click the "Chrome menu" (three horizontal lines) button located in the top-right corner of the browser window. From the drop-down menu, choose "More Tools" and select "Extensions".
In the "Extensions" window, look for any recently-installed suspicious add-ons. When located, click the "Trash" button next to it/them. Note that you can safely uninstall all extensions from your Google Chrome browser - none are crucial for normal browser operation.
- If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Google Chrome.
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