How to remove BinaryCharacterSearch (Mac)

What is BinaryCharacterSearch

BinaryCharacterSearch is a type of adware that falls under the AdLoad malware family, specifically designed to generate revenue for its developers through intrusive advertising. This malicious software typically manifests as unwanted pop-up ads, banners, and redirects to dubious websites, significantly diminishing the browsing experience. While it primarily operates by displaying third-party graphical content, it also poses serious privacy risks by tracking users’ online activities, including visited URLs and search queries. The adware often infiltrates systems via bundled software installations or deceptive advertisements, making it essential for users to remain vigilant during downloads. Once installed, BinaryCharacterSearch can lead to slower system performance and may even facilitate the installation of additional malware. Users who suspect they are infected are strongly advised to utilize reliable antivirus tools for complete removal.

How BinaryCharacterSearch infects Mac computers

BinaryCharacterSearch typically infects Mac systems through bundled software installations, a common tactic used by adware developers. Users often unknowingly download this adware when they opt for “Easy” or “Express” installation settings while installing free software, which may include hidden malicious components. Additionally, it can be propagated via deceptive pop-up ads and compromised websites that appear legitimate, luring users into clicking on them. Once installed, BinaryCharacterSearch embeds itself within the system, displaying intrusive advertisements and tracking user data, which can lead to severe privacy issues. The adware’s ability to execute scripts without user consent further exacerbates the threat, as it can download additional malicious software. To prevent such infections, it’s crucial for users to scrutinize installation processes and only download software from trusted sources.

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

Remove BinaryCharacterSearch manually for free

Note: BinaryCharacterSearch 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 “BinaryCharacterSearch” entry. Select it, and click the “-“ (minus) button to remove it.

Note 2: BinaryCharacterSearch 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 BinaryCharacterSearch in the list.
3. Click Force Quit button.

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

Remove BinaryCharacterSearch from Applications

Remove BinaryCharacterSearch from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall BinaryCharacterSearch

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

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

Remove BinaryCharacterSearch add-on from your browsers

Removing BinaryCharacterSearch 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 BinaryCharacterSearch 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 BinaryCharacterSearch 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 BinaryCharacterSearch 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 BinaryCharacterSearch extension.
4. Click Disable or Remove button.

Reset browser settings

To finish BinaryCharacterSearch 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 BinaryCharacterSearch


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


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How to protect Mac OSX from adware, like BinaryCharacterSearch

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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