How to uninstall RemoteAlgorithm app/extension from Mac

What is RemoteAlgorithm

RemoteAlgorithm is a potentially unwanted program (PUP) that falls under the category of Adware . Adware is a part of malware. When adware hijacks your Apple Mac, it might carry out various harmful tasks. Some of the more common acts on machines include: adware can show constant popup deals and/or unwanted advertisements;adware can redirect your internet browser to shady web pages; adware can slow down your computer; adware can alter internet browser settings.

Another reason why you need to get rid of adware is its online data-tracking activity. Adware be able to gather your surfing history and user info, including passwords and credit card numbers. In the future, marketing-type data about you can be used for marketing purposes.

Do not panic because we have got the solution. Here’s a tutorial on how to remove RemoteAlgorithm adware from the Apple Mac and free your web browser of undesired advertisements.

How does RemoteAlgorithm get on your Apple Mac

These days some free programs creators bundle PUPs or adware with a view to making some money. These are not free programs as install an unwanted apps on to your Windows Apple Mac. So whenever you install a new free software that downloaded from the Internet, be very careful during setup. Carefully read the EULA (a text with I ACCEPT/I DECLINE button), select custom or manual installation type, reject all third-party software.

Threat Summary

Name	RemoteAlgorithm, RemoteAlgorithm 1.0 app
Type	adware, potentially unwanted application (PUA), pop up virus, pop-up advertisements, popups
Symptoms	unclosable window appear and recommend fake Jave updates every time you perform an Internet search, your web browser is redirected to another web page unexpected programs installed without your say-so annoying toolbars unexpected changes in your web browser like using a new default search engine slow browsing Internet your browser became slower than normal
Removal	RemoteAlgorithm removal guide

How to remove RemoteAlgorithm from Mac

In the step-by-step tutorial below we will have a look at the adware and how to remove RemoteAlgorithm ads from Safari, Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome browsers for Apple Mac, natively or by using a few free removal tools. Certain of the steps below will require you to close this web page. So, please read the step-by-step guidance carefully, after that bookmark it or open it on your smartphone for later reference.

To remove RemoteAlgorithm, execute the steps below:

1. Remove profiles created by RemoteAlgorithm
2. Remove RemoteAlgorithm associated software by using the Finder
3. Remove RemoteAlgorithm related files and folders
4. Scan your Mac with MalwareBytes
5. Remove RemoteAlgorithm from Safari, Chrome, Firefox
6. How to stay safe online
7. Finish words

Remove profiles created by RemoteAlgorithm

RemoteAlgorithm can install a configuration profile on the Mac system to block changes made to the browser settings. Therefore, you need to open system preferences, find and delete the profile installed by the adware software.

Click Apple menu ( ) > System Preferences.

In System Preferences, select Profiles. if there is no Profiles in the list of preferences, that means there are no profiles installed on the Mac device. If there is Profiles in the list, then click on it, then select a profile associated with RemoteAlgorithm.

To delete a malicious profile, click on the minus button ( – ) located at the bottom-left of the Profiles screen.

Remove RemoteAlgorithm associated software by using the Finder

Check out the Finder (Applications section) to see all installed applications. If you see any unknown and suspicious programs, they are the ones you need to uninstall.

1. Open the Finder.
2. Click “Applications”.
3. It will show a list of all software installed on the MAC.
4. Scroll through the all list, and delete suspicious and unknown apps. Pay maximum attention to the program you installed last.
5. Drag the dubious program from the Applications folder to the Trash.
6. Empty Trash.

Remove RemoteAlgorithm related files and folders

Now you need to try to find RemoteAlgorithm related files and folders, and then delete them manually. You need to look for these files in certain directories. To quickly open them, we recommend using the “Go to Folder…” command.

Click on the Finder icon. From the menu bar, select Go and click “Go to Folder…”. As a result, a small window opens that allows you to quickly open a specific directory.

Check for RemoteAlgorithm generated files in the /Library/LaunchAgents folder

In the “Go to Folder…” window, type the following text and press Go:
/Library/LaunchAgents

This will open the contents of the “/Library/LaunchAgents” folder. Look carefully at it and pay special attention to recently created files, as well as files that have a suspicious name. Move all suspicious files to the Trash. A few examples of files: macsearch.plist, com.machelper.plist, search.plist, installapp.plist and RemoteAlgorithm.plist. Most often, potentially unwanted programs, adware and browser hijackers create several files with similar names.

Check for RemoteAlgorithm generated files in the /Library/Application Support folder

In the “Go to Folder…” window, type the following text and press Go:
/Library/Application Support

This will open the contents of the “Application Support” folder. Look carefully at its contents, pay special attention to recently added/changed folder. Move all suspicious folders to the Trash.

Check for RemoteAlgorithm generated files in the “~/Library/LaunchAgents” folder

In the “Go to Folder…” window, type the following text and press Go:
~/Library/LaunchAgents

Proceed in the same way as with the “/Library/LaunchAgents” and “/Library/Application Support” folders. Look for suspicious and recently added files. Move all suspicious files to the Trash.

Check for RemoteAlgorithm generated files in the /Library/LaunchDaemons folder

In the “Go to Folder…” window, type the following text and press Go:
/Library/LaunchDaemons

Carefully browse the entire list of files and pay special attention to recently created files, as well as files that have a suspicious name. Move all suspicious files to the Trash. A few examples of files to be deleted: com.installapp.plist, com.macsearch.plist, com.search.plist, com.machelper.plist and com.RemoteAlgorithm.plist. In most cases, browser hijackers, PUPs and adware software create several files with similar names.

Scan your Mac with MalwareBytes

If you’re still having issues with the RemoteAlgorithm removal or just wish to scan your Mac device occasionally for adware and other malicious software, then download MalwareBytes. It’s free for home use, and identifies and deletes various unwanted apps that attacks your Apple Mac or degrades MAC performance. MalwareBytes AntiMalware can remove adware, toolbars, browser hijackers and PUPs as well as malicious software, including ransomware and trojans.

1. MalwareBytes Anti Malware (MBAM) can be downloaded from the following link.
   
   

   Malwarebytes Anti-malware (Mac)
   20996 downloads
   Author: Malwarebytes
   Category: Security tools
   Update: September 10, 2020
   
2. Once the downloading process is complete, please close all software and open windows on your computer. Run the downloaded file. Follow the prompts.
3. The MalwareBytes will run and display the main window.
4. Further, press the “Scan” button . MalwareBytes AntiMalware program will scan through the whole MAC OS for the RemoteAlgorithm adware. A scan can take anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes, depending on the number of files on your Apple Mac and the speed of your MAC.
5. When the checking is done, MalwareBytes Anti Malware (MBAM) will produce a list of unwanted applications and adware.
6. All detected threats will be marked. You can delete them all by simply click the “Remove Selected Items” button.
7. Close the Anti Malware and continue with the next step.

Remove RemoteAlgorithm from Safari, Chrome, Firefox

This step will show you how to remove malicious extensions. This can remove RemoteAlgorithm adware and fix some browsing problems, especially after adware infection.

Google Chrome	Mozilla Firefox
Click on ‘three dots menu’ button at the top right corner of the Google Chrome window. When the drop-down menu appears, choose ‘More tools’ and click on ‘Extensions’. Click ‘Remove’ to uninstall an extension. Click ‘Remove’ in the dialog box. You can also try to remove RemoteAlgorithm adware software by reset Chrome settings.	Click on ‘menu’ button and select ‘Add-ons’. Go to ‘Extensions’ tab. To uninstall an add-on, click on ‘Remove’ button next to it. If you are still experiencing problems with RemoteAlgorithm removal, you need to reset Firefox browser.
Safari
On the top menu select ‘Safari’, then ‘Preferences’. Select ‘Extensions’ tab. Select an extension you want to delete and click ‘Uninstall’ button next to it.

How to stay safe online

To put it simply, you need to use an ad blocking tool (AdGuard, for example). It will stop and protect you from malicious web-pages, unwanted ads and popups. To be able to do that, the ad blocking application uses a list of filters. Each filter is a rule that describes a malicious website, an advertising content, a banner and others. The adblocker application automatically uses these filters, depending on the webpages you’re visiting.

Download AdGuard on your Apple Mac by clicking on the following link.

When the downloading process is complete, run the downloaded file. You will see the “Setup Wizard” screen. Follow the prompts.

Each time, when you run your MAC, AdGuard will launch automatically and stop unwanted pop-ups, block malicious and misleading web-pages.

Finish words

Now your computer should be free of the RemoteAlgorithm adware. We suggest that you keep MalwareBytes (to periodically scan your machine for new adwares and other malware) and AdGuard (to help you stop intrusive pop up ads and malicious web-sites). Moreover, to prevent any adware, please stay clear of unknown and third party applications.

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