How to uninstall the TypicalInput adware?
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
(updated)
How to remove TypicalInput from Mac?
What is TypicalInput?
TypicalInput is classified as adware because it generates ads. Although, it can be called a browser hijacker as well. It is because it promotes a fake search engine (its address) by changing browser settings without user's permission. Additionally, it is likely that this app collects browsing data and/or other information. It is uncommon for apps like TypicalInput (adware, browser hijackers) to be downloaded and installed by users intentionally. For this reason they are called potentially unwanted applications (PUAs).
Quite often ads by apps like TypicalInput are designed to promote questionable websites. In some cases they can be used to distribute PUAs by designing them to run certain scripts. Some examples of ads that such apps generate are banners, pop-up ads, coupons, surveys. As mentioned in the first paragraph, TypicalInput functions not only as adware but also as a browser hijacker. It means that it changes the address of a default search engine, homepage and/or new tab to an address of some fake search engine and does not allow users to undo these changes unless users uninstall it.
Another issue with TypicalInput is that it may designed to collect various information related to user's browsing habits. For instance, geolocations, entered search queries, addresses of visited pages, IP addresses, etc. Although, it is possible that it may be designed to collect personal, sensitive information as well. Moreover, its developers may attempt to monetize collected data by selling it to third parties (potentially cyber criminals), or misuse it for other malicious purposes. In such case users could become victims of identity theft, encounter problems related to browsing safety, online privacy, or other issues.
| Name | Ads by TypicalInput |
| 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. |
TypicalInput is quite similar to many other apps, for example, to LeadingLibrary, MegaSource, EssentialElement. In conclusion, most of these apps are designed to generate ads, collect various data and/or promote some fake search engine by modifying certain browser settings. Either way, apps like TypicalInput should not be trusted, even if they are advertised as useful, legitimate.
How did TypicalInput install on my computer?
In some cases PUAs potentially unwanted apps are distributed via deceptive advertisements by designing those ads to run certain scripts. However, there is more commonly used distribution method which is called "bundling". In such case PUAs are distributed by integrating them in download and/or installation setups of other programs as additional offers. Users cause unwanted downloads and/or installations when they do not decline unwanted offers which usually can be done via "Custom", "Advanced" settings, or by unticking checkboxes that are available in download and/or installation setups of certain programs.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
Download and installation processes should not be finished without checking "Custom", "Advanced" and other settings. Any software should be downloaded from official websites and via direct links, and not via sources, tools like Peer-to-Peer networks (e.g., torrent clients, eMule), from unofficial websites, via third party downloaders, etc., or installed via third party installers. Advertisements on dubious websites should not be clicked as well. It is common for such ads to be designed to promote other websites of this kind. Sometimes they could be designed to cause unwanted downloads, or even installations. Unwanted, suspicious extensions, add-ons or plug-ins that are installed on a browser should be removed. Software of this kind that is installed on the operating system should be uninstalled too. If your computer is already infected with TypicalInput, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up window displayed once TypicalInput installation is over:
TypicalInput's Contents folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is TypicalInput?
- STEP 1. Remove TypicalInput related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove TypicalInput ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove TypicalInput adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove TypicalInput ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove TypicalInput adware using Combo Cleaner:
TypicalInput adware removal:
Remove TypicalInput-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 typicalinput 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 TypicalInput removal from Internet browsers:
Remove malicious extensions from Safari:
Remove ads by typicalinput 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 typicalinput 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 typicalinput 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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