How to uninstall the AnalyzerWindow adware from your operating system?
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is AnalyzerWindow?
AnalyzerWindow is a piece of rogue software that is categorized as adware. This application has browser hijacker qualities as well. It operates by running intrusive advert campaigns (i.e., delivers various ads) and promotes fake search engines by making modifications to browser settings.
Additionally, adware-types and browser hijackers typically spy on users' browsing activity. Due to the questionable methods used to spread such apps, they are classified as PUAs (Potentially Unwanted Applications). AnalyzerWindow has been observed being distributed via fake Adobe Flash Player updates.
It is worth mentioning that illegitimate software updaters/installers proliferate not only PUAs but also trojans, ransomware, and other malware.
Adware enables the placement of third-party graphical content (e.g., pop-ups, banners, coupons, surveys, full-page, and other advertisements) - typically on any visited website. The delivered adverts seriously diminish the browsing experience as they limit webpage visibility and browsing speed.
Once clicked on, intrusive ads redirect to untrustworthy/malicious sites and some can stealthily download/install software (e.g., PUAs). Browser hijackers reassign browsers' homepage, default search engine, and new tab/window URLs - to illegitimate web searcher addresses.
Hence, with a browser hijacker installed: every new browser tab/window opened and search query typed into the URL bar - redirect to the promoted search engine's address. Fake web searchers are usually unable to provide search results, so they redirect (or cause redirection chains leading) to Google, Bing, Yahoo, and other legitimate search engines.
Furthermore, browser hijackers can restrict/deny access to browser settings and/or undo any permitted changes made. Therefore, restoring a hijacked browser is impossible without eliminating the software affecting it. Most PUAs (adware and browser hijackers included) have data tracking abilities.
They can monitor browsing activity (visited URLs, viewed pages, searched queries, etc.) and gather sensitive information extracted from it (IP addresses, geolocations, and other details). The collected data likely contains personally identifiable information as well.
What is more, PUA developers monetize this information by sharing it with and/or selling it to third-parties (potentially, cyber criminals). In summary, presence of unwanted software on devices - can result in system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.
To ensure device integrity and user safety, all suspicious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins must be removed immediately upon detection.
| Name | Ads by AnalyzerWindow |
| 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. |
DefaultTool, OpticalUpdater, and StandBoost are a couple examples of other adware-type apps. They appear ordinary and innocuous. Users are lured into download/installation with a broad range of "useful" and "advantageous" functionalities. However, the features seldom work as advertised, and in most cases - they do not work at all.
In fact, this is true of nearly all PUAs. Functionality and user privacy are irrelevant, as the sole purpose of unwanted software is to generate revenue for the developers. Therefore, instead of delivering on any promises, PUAs can run intrusive advertisement campaigns, modify browsers, cause redirects, and gather vulnerable data.
How did AnalyzerWindow install on my computer?
PUAs are distributed via download/installation setups of other products. "Bundling" is the name of this deceptive marketing technique - packing regular software with unwanted or malicious additions.
Rushed downloads/installations (e.g., ignored terms, skipped steps and sections, used "Easy/Express" settings, etc.) increase the risk of inadvertently allowing bundled content into the system. Intrusive adverts proliferate PUAs as well. Once clicked on, the ads can execute scripts to stealthily download/install these applications.
Some PUAs also have "official" promotional sites from which they can be downloaded and/or purchased.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
It is important to research products before download/installation and/or purchase. Additionally, all downloads must be done from official and verified sources. Untrustworthy download channels, e.g., unofficial and free file-hosting websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, and other third-party downloaders - often offer harmful and/or bundled content.
When downloading/installing, it is recommended to read terms, study possible options, use the "Custom/Advanced" settings and opt-out from additional apps, tools, features, etc. Intrusive advertisements appear legitimate; however, they redirect to various unreliable and questionable webpages (e.g., gambling, adult-dating, pornography, and so on).
In case of encounters with ads and/or redirects of this kind, the system must be checked and all dubious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins detected - immediately removed from it. If your computer is already infected with AnalyzerWindow, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Text presented in the pop-up displayed when AnalyzerWindow adware is installed:
"AnalyzerWindowd" will damage your computer.
This file was downloaded on an unknown date.
Show in Finder OK
Delusive installer (fake Flash Player updater) promoting AnalyzerWindow adware;
First installation step:
Second installation step:
Files related to the AnalyzerWindow adware that need to be removed:
- ~/Library/Application Support/.[random_string]/Services/com.AnalyzerWindow.service.app
- ~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.AnalyzerWindow.service.plist
- /Library/Application Support/.[random_string]/System/com.AnalyzerWindow.system
- /Library/LaunchDaemons/com.AnalyzerWindow.system.plist
IMPORTANT NOTE! In some cases malicious applications like AnalyzerWindow alter system proxy settings, thereby causing unwanted redirects to a variety of questionable websites.
The redirects are likely to remain even after removing the application itself. Thus, you'll have to restore them manually.
Step 1: Click on the gear icon in the Dock to navigate to the system settings. If the icon is not present in the Dock, you can find it in the Launchpad.
Step 2: Navigate to the Network settings.
Step 3: Select the connected network and click "Advanced...".
Step 4: Click on the "Proxies" tab and untick all the protocols. You should also set the settings of each protocol to default - "*.local, 169.254/16".
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Quick menu:
- What is AnalyzerWindow?
- STEP 1. Remove AnalyzerWindow related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove AnalyzerWindow ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove AnalyzerWindow adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove AnalyzerWindow ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove AnalyzerWindow adware using Combo Cleaner:
AnalyzerWindow adware removal:
Remove AnalyzerWindow-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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