How to remove CodesTerminal (Mac)

What is CodesTerminal

CodesTerminal is an adware-type application that targets macOS users, belonging to the notorious AdLoad malware family. This software primarily aims to generate revenue for its developers through intrusive advertising methods, including pop-ups, banners, and redirects to dubious websites. Users often experience a degraded browsing experience, with unwanted ads and potential privacy risks associated with data tracking functionalities. CodesTerminal may collect sensitive information, such as URLs visited and personal details, which can be exploited for malicious purposes. Installation often occurs through deceptive bundling techniques, where the adware is packaged with legitimate software. To safeguard against such threats, users should be vigilant during software installations and utilize reputable antivirus solutions for regular system scans. Removing CodesTerminal effectively requires a combination of manual and automated methods to ensure complete eradication.

How CodesTerminal infects Mac computers

CodesTerminal typically infects Mac systems through deceptive distribution methods, primarily leveraging software bundling techniques. Users often encounter this adware when downloading free applications from untrustworthy sources, such as third-party websites or peer-to-peer networks. During the installation process, CodesTerminal may be bundled with legitimate software, and if users opt for “Quick” or “Easy” installation settings, they may inadvertently permit the installation of this unwanted application. Additionally, users can be exposed to CodesTerminal through intrusive pop-up ads or malicious websites that redirect them to download links disguised as legitimate software. Once installed, CodesTerminal begins to display intrusive advertisements and can track user behavior, potentially leading to privacy concerns and further system vulnerabilities. This combination of aggressive marketing tactics and user oversight significantly contributes to the spread of CodesTerminal on Mac devices.

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

Remove CodesTerminal manually for free

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

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

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

Remove CodesTerminal from Applications

Remove CodesTerminal from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall CodesTerminal

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

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

Remove CodesTerminal add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish CodesTerminal 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 CodesTerminal


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


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