How to remove AnalogTransaction adware and the advertisements it displays?
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What is AnalogTransaction?
AnalogTransaction is an advertising-supported application with browser-hijacking abilities. Furthermore, this piece of software is also categorized as a PUA (Potentially Unwanted Application).
AnalogTransaction adware overview
Adware enables the placement of intrusive ads (e.g., pop-ups, coupons, banners, etc.) on visited websites and/or other interfaces. The delivered graphical content diminishes browsing quality and endangers device/user safety. These advertisements endorse various sale-oriented, rogue, deceptive, and even malicious sites. Some intrusive adverts can stealthily download/install software (e.g., PUAs) - when clicked.
Browser hijackers assign fake search engine addresses as browsers' homepage, new tab/window, and default search engine URLs. This causes redirects to the promoted address when new browser tabs/windows are opened and search queries are typed into the URL bar.
Fraudulent search engines are rarely capable of providing search results, so they redirect to legitimate ones (Google, Bing, Yahoo, etc.) This software also uses persistence-ensuring tactics to prevent browser recovery.
AnalogTransaction likely has data-tracking abilities. Apps of this kind usually collect private data (e.g., browsing activity, personally identifiable details, etc.) and sell it to third-parties (potentially, cyber criminals).
In summary, the presence of unwanted software on devices can lead to system infections, severe privacy issues, financial losses, and identity theft.
| Name | Ads by AnalogTransaction |
| 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. |
Adware in general
PrinterCyberSpace, AnalogSet, and SkillManager are a couple examples of adware. This software looks legitimate yet seldom works as promised. This applies to nearly all PUAs. Functionality and user safety are irrelevant, as the only purpose of unwanted applications is to generate revenue for the developers.
How did AnalogTransaction install on my computer?
PUAs can be downloaded/installed together with other software. This marketing technique of packing regular programs with unwanted/malicious supplements - is called "bundling". Additionally, once clicked, intrusive adverts can execute scripts to download/install these apps without user permission. Some PUAs also have "official" download pages.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
It is recommended to research software and download only from official and verified sources. Untrustworthy download channels, e.g., unofficial and freeware websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks, etc. - often offer bundled/harmful content.
When downloading/installing, it is advised to read terms, study possible options, use the "Custom/Advanced" settings, and opt-out of all supplements. Intrusive advertisements appear legitimate; however, they redirect to highly questionable sites (e.g., gambling, pornography, adult-dating, etc.).
If ads and/or redirects of this type are encountered, the system must be checked and all suspect applications and browser extensions/plug-ins detected - immediately removed. If your computer is already infected with AnalogTransaction, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up window displayed once AnalogTransaction adware's installation is over:
AnalogTransaction adware's installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is AnalogTransaction?
- STEP 1. Remove AnalogTransaction related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove AnalogTransaction ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove AnalogTransaction adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove AnalogTransaction ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove AnalogTransaction adware using Combo Cleaner:
AnalogTransaction adware removal:
Remove AnalogTransaction-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.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What harm can adware cause?
Adware can decrease browsing experience and system performance. This software typically has data tracking abilities, which make it a privacy threat. Furthermore, adware-displayed advertisements can be dubious/malicious and cause serious problems.
What does adware do?
Advertising-supported software (adware) is designed to run intrusive advertisement campaigns. In other words, this software enables the placement of various ads on visited websites and/or different interfaces.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware generates revenue primarily through affiliate programs by promoting various websites, applications, services, products, and so on.
Will Combo Cleaner remove AnalogTransaction adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner can scan devices and eliminate installed adware-type apps. On the other hand, manual removal might not be effective. In some cases, even after the software is (manually) eliminated - various file leftovers remain in the system. Furthermore, the remaining components may continue running and causing issues.
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