How to uninstall Disk Tuner from the operating system?
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How to remove Disk Tuner from Mac?
What is Disk Tuner?
Disk Tuner is an app that scans Mac computers for duplicate files, junk files, installed software and offers to remove unwanted items to free up disk space. However, it is possible that its developers distribute it by using questionable methods, therefore, it increases a chance that some users may download and install it unknowingly. Apps that users download and install without intention to do so are called potentially unwanted applications (PUAs).
The problem with some PUAs that scan computers for unwanted items (software, files), errors, malware, etc., is that they generate fake scan results and, do not remove any detected items unless users pay for their activation. Simply said, there are PUAs that are designed to trick users into purchasing them. It is unknown whether Disk Tuner is one these apps, however, there is such possibility. Also, it is worthwhile to mention that this app may be distributed alongside with some browser hijacker, adware-type app or PUA of other type.
Adware-type apps generate ads (for example, coupons, banners, surveys, pop-up ads) that often are designed to promote shady sites or even download and/or install unwanted apps by running certain scripts. Browser hijackers modify browser settings (like address of a default search engine, homepage and/or new tab) to promote some fake search engine (its address) and do not allow users to undo those changes unless users uninstall them.
| Name | Disk Tuner potentially unwanted application |
| Threat Type | PUP (potentially unwanted program), PUA (potentially unwanted application), Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Supposed Functionality | Disk cleanup |
| Detection Names (Application) | Avast (MacOS:PuAgent-BQ [PUP]), AVG (MacOS:PuAgent-BQ [PUP]) ESET-NOD32 (OSX/DiskTuner.A Potentially Unwanted), F-Secure (Malware.OSX/Agent.ypavf), Full List Of Detections (VirusTotal) |
| Detection Names (Installer) | Avast (MacOS:PuAgent-BQ [PUP]), AVG (MacOS:PuAgent-BQ [PUP]) ESET-NOD32 (OSX/DiskTuner.A Potentially Unwanted), Symantec (OSX.Malcol), Full List Of Detections (VirusTotal) |
| Symptoms | A program that you do not recall installing suddenly appeared on your computer. A new application is performing computer scans and displays warning messages about 'found issues'. Asks for payment to eliminate the supposedly found errors. |
| Distribution Methods | Deceptive pop-up ads, free software installers (bundling), fake Flash Player installers. |
| Related Domains | |
| Damage | Monetary loss (unnecessary purchase of fake software), unwanted warning pop-ups, slow computer performance. |
| Malware Removal (Mac) | To eliminate possible malware infections, scan your Mac with legitimate antivirus software. Our security researchers recommend using Combo Cleaner. |
More examples of potentially unwanted applications are MacFly Pro, MacClean360 and AweCleaner. Typically, such apps are not malicious, however, it is common for them to be monetized by offering users to use their full (paid) versions. As mentioned in the second paragraph, the problem with it is that those apps could be designed to generate fake results which means they would be useless (would not remove/fix any real issues).
How did potentially unwanted applications install on my computer?
It is common for PUAs to be offered in download and/or installation setups of other programs. This distribution/promotion method is known as "bundling". As a rule, users can decline unwanted offers via "Custom", "Advanced", "Manual" settings, or by unticking certain checkboxes. Although, not all users do that and that is how they allow for PUAs to be downloaded and/or installed alongside with other programs. Sometimes PUAs are distributed via deceptive advertisements by designing those ads to execute certain scripts. However, those ads do not cause unwanted downloads, installations if users do not click them.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
Various ads on questionable websites (e.g., pages related to gambling, adult dating, pornography) could be designed to promote other dubious sites or cause unwanted downloads. Therefore, such ads should not be clicked. Files, apps should be downloaded only from official websites (and via direct links). Third party downloaders, installers, Peer-to-Peer networks (like torrent clients, eMule), unofficial websites, etc., are not trustworthy. Downloads and installations should not be finished without checking "Advanced", "Custom" and other settings for unwanted offers. Unwanted, suspicious extensions, plug-ins or add-ons that are installed on a browser and applications of this kind that are installed on the operating system should be uninstalled. If your computer is already infected with PUAs, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate them.
Appearance of Disk Tuner application (GIF):
Disk Tuner installation setup:
Website promoting Disk Tuner application:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is Disk Tuner?
- STEP 1. Remove PUA related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove rogue extensions from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove rogue add-ons from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove potentially unwanted plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove adware and browser hijackers from a Mac computer:
Potentially unwanted applications removal:
Remove 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 disk tuner potentially unwanted application 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.
Disk Tuner potentially unwanted application removal from Internet browsers:
Remove malicious extensions from Safari:
Remove disk tuner potentially unwanted application 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 disk tuner potentially unwanted application 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 disk tuner potentially unwanted application 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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