How to remove TwinValley adware
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of software is TwinValley?
TwinValley is an application designed to bombard users with intrusive advertisements. It has no useful features and can cause certain problems. Our malware researchers discovered TwinValley while inspecting deceptive pages promoting fake installers. Since TwinValley displays unwanted ads, we classified it as adware.
TwinValley adware in detail
TwinValley displays annoying pop-ups, coupons, banners, and other advertisements. Clicking those ads can open phishing pages, technical support scams, websites promoting potentially malicious apps, and other unreliable sites. Also, those ads may cause unwanted downloads/installations. For this reason, ads generated by TwinValley cannot be trusted.
We tested many apps similar to TwinValley and learned that some of them can read sensitive information such as credit card details, passwords, telephone numbers, and more, and browsing history. Having such apps installed on the operating system can lead to monetary loss, loss of access to personal accounts, identity theft, and other issues.
| Name | Ads by TwinValley |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:Adload-AG [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Adware.MAC.Generic.27064), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.G), 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. |
Adware in general
Adware is a type of unwanted software that displays annoying advertisements that promote shady pages and apps. In some cases, adware can be capable of hijacking a web browser and gathering information. Either way, it is highly advisable not to have adware installed on the operating system.
More adware examples are SagaDynasty, MotivePrime, and BasicEngine.
How did TwinValley install on my computer?
It is very popular for adware to get installers via fake Adobe Flash Player and other installers promoted on untrustworthy (deceptive) websites. In other cases, users install adware via ads designed to run certain scripts or software bundles.
Users agree to install adware alongside other software after they finish installation processes without changing "Advanced", "Custom", or similar settings provided in installers. Typically, adware is bundled with freeware (free software).
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Do not finish downloading and installing programs until unwanted apps (optional downloads and installations) are deselected. It can be achieved by changing the settings provided in downloaders and installers.
Also, do not click on advertisements or notifications displayed by untrustworthy websites. Download apps from official pages and stores (avoid using third-party downloaders, P2P networks, and similar sources). If your computer is already infected with TwinValley, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
A pop-up that appears after the installation of TwinValley adware:
TwinValley's installation folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is TwinValley?
- STEP 1. Remove TwinValley related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove TwinValley ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove TwinValley adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove TwinValley ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove TwinValley adware using Combo Cleaner:
TwinValley adware removal:
Remove TwinValley-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 slows down a computer and diminishes the web browsing experience. In certain cases (if designed to collect sensitive information), adware can invade privacy and cause other problems.
What does adware do?
The purpose of advertising-supported software is to show annoying advertisements. It can have additional functions (e.g., it can promote fake search engines and gather data).
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Most adware developers participate in affiliate programs to monetize their software. They promote websites, products, services, etc.
Will Combo Cleaner remove TwinValley adware?
Combo Cleaner will scan your computer and will remove all adware from it. Manual removal does not always work since various file leftovers remain in the system even after the removal. Thus, we recommend using Combo Cleaner for removal (it removes adware without leaving anything in the system).
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