How to remove AssistiveBalance from a computer?
Written by Tomas Meskauskas on (updated)
What kind of application is AssistiveBalance?
During our testing of the AssistiveBalance application, our team identified that it displays aggressive and unwanted advertisements. Due to this behavior, we have classified AssistiveBalance as adware, which refers to software that is designed to generate revenue by displaying advertisements. Typically, users install adware without realizing it.
AssistiveBalance adware in detail
It is important to be cautious when interacting with advertisements displayed by AssistiveBalance as they may lead to potentially malicious websites or scams. These websites could be designed to extract sensitive information or money, promote shady applications. Also, ads shown by adware may cause unexpected downloads or installations.
It is recommended to avoid clicking on these ads and to take steps to remove AssistiveBalance from the system to prevent further exposure to potentially harmful content.
It is important to note that adware may collect various types of data from affected devices, including browsing history, search queries, IP addresses, geolocation, and other sensitive information. This data can be used for targeted advertising or sold to third-party companies for profit.
| Name | Ads by AssistiveBalance |
| Threat Type | Adware, Mac malware, Mac virus |
| Detection Names | Avast (MacOS:Adload-AG [Adw]), Combo Cleaner (Gen:Variant.Adware.MAC.AdLoad.13), 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. |
More about adware
Advertising-supported applications can also act as browser hijackers, which involves changing the settings of web browsers, such as the default search engine, homepage, and new tab page. This is often done to promote shady search engines. These search engines can redirect to dubious sites and provide misleading results.
Some examples of adware similar to AssistiveBalance are AdvancedBrowser, ResultProtocol, and SharedFormat.
How did AssistiveBalance install on my computer?
Developers of apps such as UniversalSource often distribute them using deceptive websites and fake installers. In addition, users may inadvertently download and install adware through shady advertisements and software bundles.
Users often unwittingly install adware when finishing software installations without adjusting settings such as "Advanced," "Custom," or similar options. These software bundles (installers) may include not just adware but also other unwanted apps.
How to avoid installation of unwanted applications?
Download applications only from reliable sources like official websites and verified app stores, and avoid downloading apps that lack reviews. Before completing downloads and installations, make sure to unselect any unwanted apps that may come bundled with the downloader or installer.
Additionally, it is advisable to avoid trusting ads on untrustworthy websites or consenting to receive notifications from them. If your computer is already infected with AssistiveBalance, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.
A message that pops up after the installation of AssistiveBalance adware:
AssistiveBalance's installation folder:
Instant automatic Mac malware removal:
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Quick menu:
- What is AssistiveBalance?
- STEP 1. Remove AssistiveBalance related files and folders from OSX.
- STEP 2. Remove AssistiveBalance ads from Safari.
- STEP 3. Remove AssistiveBalance adware from Google Chrome.
- STEP 4. Remove AssistiveBalance ads from Mozilla Firefox.
Video showing how to remove AssistiveBalance adware using Combo Cleaner:
AssistiveBalance adware removal:
Remove AssistiveBalance-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?
Some of the most common harms caused by adware include slowing down computer performance, displaying annoying and distracting pop-up ads, and compromising privacy.
What does adware do?
Adware is a type of software that shows unwanted advertisements on a computer system. Adware can also collect information about the user's browsing habits, search queries, and other online activities and hijack web browsers.
How do adware developers generate revenue?
Adware developers usually make money by promoting different products, websites, or services, with a significant portion of their revenue coming from affiliate programs.
Will Combo Cleaner remove AssistiveBalance adware?
Combo Cleaner can scan your computer and remove any adware-type applications installed. However, manual removal may not always be sufficient, as some leftover files may remain hidden in the system. Even if the adware software is deleted, some of its components may still be present and running.
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