How to remove AdvancedRecord adware?
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of software is AdvancedRecord?
AdvancedRecord displays advertisements and promotes a fake search engine by hijacking a browser. It functions as adware and a browser hijacker. Lots of apps like AdvancedRecord are promoted and (or) distributed using deceptive methods. Thus, users download and (or) install them inadvertently.
AdvancedRecord in detail
AdvancedRecord can feed users with advertisements used to promote questionable software, various scams, phishing websites, and so on. It can also display ads capable of running certain scripts to download or install unwanted apps.
Also, AdvancedRecord can make changes in the web browser's settings to promote a fake search engine. It can change the default search engine, homepage, and new tap page. A fake search engine promoted by AdvancedRecord may generate misleading results, show results generated by dubious search engines.
| Name | Ads by AdvancedRecord |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:AdAgent-L [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.AdLoad.8), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.C), Kaspersky (Not-a-virus:HEUR:AdWare.OSX.Adload.j), Full List (VirusTotal) |
| 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. |
AdvancedRecord in general
AdvancedRecord is a potentially unwanted application (PUA) designed to deliver ads and force users to browse the Internet using a fake search engine. It is also possible that AdvancedRecord can access and collect various information. A couple of examples of similar apps are DeployUpdater, ExpandedCollection, and FlexibleFormat.
How did AdvancedRecord install on my computer?
Adware is often distributed through downloaders and installers for other software, advertisements designed to execute certain scripts, various fake installers. Users download or install adware alongside other software when they do not deselect optional downloads or installations.
Downloaders and installers used to distribute adware have "Manual", "Custom", "Advanced", or other settings that have to be changed to avoid unwanted downloads or installations. Fake installers used to distribute adware usually are promoted on deceptive pages.
How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?
Do not use questionable/unofficial websites, third-party downloaders, third-party installers, Peer-to-Peer networks to download or install any apps. Use official websites and direct links as sources for downloading files/apps. Also, do not click on advertisements appearing on shady web pages.
Always check downloaders and installers (that have settings like "Custom", "Advanced", or ticked checkboxes) for optional downloads or installations and deselect them before downloading or installing software. If your computer is already infected with AdvancedRecord, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
Pop-up that appears after the installation of AdvancedRecord adware:
AdvancedRecord's Contents folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is AdvancedRecord?
- STEP 1. Remove AdvancedRecord related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove AdvancedRecord ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove AdvancedRecord adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove AdvancedRecord ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove AdvancedRecord adware using Combo Cleaner:
AdvancedRecord adware removal:
Remove AdvancedRecord-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?
Usually, adware affects computer performance, web browsing experience. It can also be the reason behind issues related to online privacy, browsing safety.
What does adware do?
Adware bombards users with unwanted advertisements. Also, it can be designed to hijack a web browser and (or) gather various data.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
They monetize adware by promoting various products, websites and (or) services. A big part of their revenue comes from affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove AdvancedRecord adware?
Yes, Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and eliminate AdvancedRecord. In order to avoid having various file leftovers hiding in the system even after the removal, it is recommended to remove adware with specialized software instead of doing it manually.
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