How to remove DigitalBrowser (Mac)

What is DigitalBrowser

DigitalBrowser is a rogue application classified as adware, part of the notorious AdLoad malware family. This type of software is designed to generate revenue for its developers through intrusive advertisements, which can include pop-ups, coupons, and overlays displayed during web browsing. Often, these ads promote deceptive and potentially harmful content, leading users to unreliable websites or encouraging the download of malicious software. DigitalBrowser not only disrupts the browsing experience but also poses significant privacy risks by tracking user data, including browsing habits and personally identifiable information. Its distribution typically occurs through bundled software downloads and deceptive online ads, making it easy for unsuspecting users to inadvertently install it. Effective removal requires a thorough scan with reputable antivirus tools, such as SpyHunter, to ensure all remnants of this adware are eliminated from the system.

How DigitalBrowser infects Mac computers

DigitalBrowser typically infects Mac systems through a method known as software bundling, where it is packaged alongside legitimate applications during the installation process. Users often unknowingly allow the installation of this adware by opting for “Easy” or “Express” installation settings, which automatically accept all bundled software without detailed scrutiny. Additionally, DigitalBrowser can be distributed via deceptive pop-up ads and through downloads from unreliable sources, such as torrent sites or dubious free software platforms. Once installed, it begins displaying intrusive advertisements and may gather sensitive user data, posing significant privacy risks. Users may also encounter browser hijacking behaviors, though this is not always a characteristic of DigitalBrowser. To mitigate the risk of infection, it is crucial for users to adopt cautious downloading practices and regularly review their installed applications.

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

Remove DigitalBrowser manually for free

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

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

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

Remove DigitalBrowser from Applications

Remove DigitalBrowser from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall DigitalBrowser

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

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

Remove DigitalBrowser add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish DigitalBrowser 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 DigitalBrowser


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


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How to protect Mac OSX from adware, like DigitalBrowser

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