How to remove BasicApplication (Mac)

What is BasicApplication

BasicApplication is classified as adware specifically targeting macOS systems. This type of software is notorious for generating intrusive advertisements that disrupt the user experience. Often bundled with free software or downloaded from untrustworthy sources, BasicApplication can sneak onto users’ devices without their explicit consent. Once installed, it can lead to a range of issues, including browser redirects, exposure to potentially harmful websites, and data tracking of browsing habits. Additionally, BasicApplication can significantly degrade system performance by consuming CPU and memory resources. Users are advised to remove such adware promptly to protect their privacy and maintain optimal system functionality. Utilizing reputable antivirus tools is crucial for effective detection and removal of BasicApplication and similar threats.

How BasicApplication infects Mac computers

BasicApplication typically infects Mac systems through deceptive distribution methods, often bundled with free software or found on unreliable download sites. Users unknowingly install this adware by opting for default installation settings, which may include additional unwanted programs. It can also be disseminated via malicious pop-up ads and peer-to-peer file sharing networks. Once installed, BasicApplication generates intrusive advertisements, redirects users to dubious websites, and may track browsing habits. The adware is designed to exploit user data for monetization while compromising system performance and privacy. To prevent such infections, users should exercise caution during software installations, opting for custom settings and avoiding questionable sources.

1. Download BasicApplication Removal Tool
2. Remove BasicApplication from Login Items
3. Remove/Uninstall BasicApplication from Applications
4. Remove BasicApplication from browsers
5. Reset browser settings
6. Remove BasicApplication files and folders
7. Block BasicApplication ads and pop-ups
8. How to protect from threats, like BasicApplication

Remove BasicApplication manually for free

Note: BasicApplication sets up to start on macOS startup. Therefore, before starting the removal, perform these steps:

1. Open System Preferences, choose Users & Groups.
2. Choose your account (set up as Current User).
3. Click Login Items tab.
4. Find “BasicApplication” entry. Select it, and click the “-“ (minus) button to remove it.

Note 2: BasicApplication won’t quit just by closing it, therefor use Force Quit to end the process.

1. Press 3 buttons at the same time: Option, Command, and Esc (Escape). This is similar to Control-Alt-Delete on a Windows PC.
2. Choose BasicApplication in the list.
3. Click Force Quit button.

Here is a manual step-by-step tutorial for full BasicApplication removal from your computer. This works 99% and was checked with the latest versions of BasicApplication installer on operating systems with the latest updates and browser versions.

Remove BasicApplication from Applications

Remove BasicApplication from Mac:

1. In the Finder sidebar, click Applications.
2. BasicApplication might have an Uninstaller. If you see Uninstall BasicApplication or BasicApplication Uninstaller, double-click it and follow the onscreen instructions.
3. Otherwise, drag BasicApplication from the Applications folder to the Trash (located at the end of the Dock).
4. Then choose Finder > Empty Trash.

Cannot uninstall BasicApplication

If you can’t uninstall BasicApplication using instructions above, or it keeps coming back, you can use free AppCleaner for Mac to remove all residual data and libraries of BasicApplication. Follow instructions below:

1. Download free AppCleaner.
2. Drag BasicApplication from Applications folder to AppCleaner window.
3. Choose files and folders you want to remove along with BasicApplication.
4. Click Delete button.

Remove BasicApplication add-on from your browsers

Removing BasicApplication from Applications often does not bring the desired effect. It is a browser extension, and it may still be active in Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox. Here are instructions on how to remove the BasicApplication extension from your browsers manually.

Safari:

1. Start Safari on your Mac, click Safari to open drop-down menu and choose Preferences
2. Click Extensions tab.
3. Find BasicApplication extension.
4. Click Uninstall button to remove it.

Google Chrome:

1. Start Google Chrome browser
2. In address box type (or copy-paste) chrome://extensions.
3. Find BasicApplication extension.
4. Click the trash can icon to remove it.

Mozilla Firefox:

1. Start Mozilla Firefox browser.
2. In address box type (or copy-paste) about:addons.
3. Choose BasicApplication extension.
4. Click Disable or Remove button.

Reset browser settings

To finish BasicApplication removal, reset your browser settings to make sure, there are no leftover items in browser folders.

Reset Safari:

1. Start Safari on your Mac, click Safari to open drop-down menu and choose Preferences
2. Go to the Privacy section of Safari’s preferences.
3. Click Remove All Website Data button.
4. In the opened window, click Remove Now button to remove data stored by websites in Safari.
5. Go to the Advanced section of Safari’s preferences.
6. Click the Show Develop menu in menu bar option.
7. In the menu, click Develop and select Empty Caches from this menu.
8. Again, go to Safari menu and choose Clear History….
9. Choose to clear all history and click Clear History button.

Reset Google Chrome:

1. Start Google Chrome browser
2. In address box type (or copy-paste) chrome://settings.
3. Scroll down and find Show advanced settings link.
4. Click on it and scroll down to the bottom again.
5. Click Reset settings button and click Reset to confirm.

Reset Mozilla Firefox:

1. Start Mozilla Firefox browser.
2. In address box type (or copy-paste) about:support.
3. Click Refresh Firefox… button.
4. Click Refresh Firefox to confirm.

Remove following files and folders of BasicApplication


~/Library/Application Support/.[random_string]/Services/com.BasicApplication.service.app
~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.BasicApplication.service.plist
/Library/Application Support/.[random_string]/System/com.BasicApplication.system
/Library/LaunchDaemons/com.BasicApplication.system.plist


Download AdGuard for Mac to block malicious pop-ups, that promote BasicApplication

AdGuard is the best ad-blocker, internet filtering, and internet security application for macOS. It can cut out unwanted banners from site pages, block pop-ups, stop redirects, and prevent users from visiting potentially dangerous resources. Use it to stop ads promoting BasicApplication in browsers.

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How to protect Mac OSX from adware, like BasicApplication

Mac OSX is known to be one of the safest operating systems, and for a long time, there was no need for antivirus products for Mac. But with the growing popularity of Mac computers and notebooks and evolving technology, viruses, trojans, adware, toolbars, hijackers, and other malware paved the way for Mac users. We recommend you to use one of the best anti-malware for Mac available — Malwarebytes for Mac.

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