How to uninstall NativeSimply from the operating system
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on
What kind of application is NativeSimply?
While testing the NativeSimply application, our team learned that it generates intrusive advertisements to promote various websites and apps. Software that shows ads is called adware (or advertising-supported software). We discovered NativeSimply after using a fake installer downloaded from a shady page.
NativeSimply adware in detail
It is common for adware to be used to promote not only legitimate pages and products but also various scam websites and shady (potentially malicious) applications. Moreover, those ads can be designed to download or even install unwanted software. Usually, adware displays banners, pop-ups, coupons, surveys, etc.
Also, adware can be capable of reading sensitive information (e.g., passwords, credit card details, phone numbers, etc.). It is not safe to have such adware installed on the operating system because it its developers may misuse obtained information for malicious purposes (e.g., to steal online accounts, make fraudulent purchases, transactions, etc.).
| Name | Ads by NativeSimply |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:Agent-TX [Trj]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.Adload.23), ESET-NOD32 (A Variant Of OSX/Adware.Synataeb.G), Kaspersky (Not-a-virus:HEUR:AdWare.OSX.Searchproxy.f), 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. |
More about adware
We examined many adware-type apps and found that sometimes they have additional capabilities - they hijack web browsers by changing their settings. Typically, browser hijackers modify the browser's settings to promote a fake search engine. It is not safe to use questionable search engines. They can show misleading results or results generated by other shady search engines.
More examples of apps similar to NativeSimply are LegionSuites, AuroraShack, and PowerSet.
How did NativeSimply install on my computer?
It is very common for adware to be distributed via deceptive pages offering to install updates for the Adobe Flash Player and other untrustworthy websites. In such cases, users install adware via fake installers. Also, adware is distributed via untrustworthy advertisements and software bundles.
When adware is bundled with other software, unwanted installations are caused after finishing installations without changing "Advanced", "Custom", or similar settings provided in installers. Unwanted installations are caused via advertisements by clicking ads designed to run certain scripts.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Do not download apps from or via P2P networks, unofficial pages, third-party downloaders, and similar sources. Use official pages and stores to download them. Always deselect unwanted applications before installing software (change the provided settings to deselect optional installations).
Additionally, do trust advertisements appearing on suspicious websites or allow pages of this kind to show notifications. If your computer is already infected with NativeSimply, 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 NativeSimply adware:
NativeSimply's installation folder:
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Quick menu:
- What is NativeSimply?
- STEP 1. Remove NativeSimply related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove NativeSimply ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove NativeSimply adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove NativeSimply ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove NativeSimply adware using Combo Cleaner:
NativeSimply adware removal:
Remove NativeSimply-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?
In most cases, adware causes problems such as diminished web browsing experience due to intrusive advertisements and slower computer performance. Sometimes, software of this type changes the settings of a web browser to promote a fake search engine.
What does adware do?
Any advertising-supported application displays annoying advertisements. In addition to generating unwanted ads, it can collect data and hijack a web browser.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
They use adware to promote various pages, products, services, etc. Usually, adware is monetized via affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove NativeSimply adware?
Combo Cleaner can detect and remove adware. In some cases, adware can be persistent - it can be difficult to remove adware manually without leaving any of its data in the system. Combo Cleaner removes adware without leaving anything behind.
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