How to remove ExpandedSync (Mac)

What is ExpandedSync

ExpandedSync is a type of adware that targets macOS devices, known for displaying intrusive and misleading advertisements. This malicious software often generates pop-ups, banners, and coupons designed to lure users into clicking on them, leading to potentially harmful websites. Users may experience redirects to dubious sites that promote unreliable applications or scams, risking their personal information and privacy. In addition to flooding the browsing experience with unwanted ads, ExpandedSync can also consume system resources, resulting in slow performance. The adware typically bundles itself with free software installers, making it crucial for users to carefully review installation options. Removal of ExpandedSync is essential to mitigate the associated security risks and protect sensitive data from exploitation. Users are advised to utilize reputable antivirus tools, such as Combo Cleaner, for effective detection and removal.

How ExpandedSync infects Mac computers

ExpandedSync typically infects Mac systems through deceptive practices associated with adware distribution. It often bundles itself with free software, where users unwittingly agree to install it during the setup process by not paying attention to “Advanced” or “Custom” installation options. This bundling technique exploits the common tendency to rush through installations, leading users to inadvertently accept additional offers that include adware. Furthermore, ExpandedSync can be delivered via misleading ads, fake software updates, and links on untrustworthy websites, which can mislead users into downloading it directly. Once installed, it begins to generate intrusive advertisements and alter browser settings, significantly compromising user privacy and system performance. Therefore, awareness of installation methods and careful review of software setups are crucial for preventing such infections.

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

Remove ExpandedSync manually for free

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

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

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

Remove ExpandedSync from Applications

Remove ExpandedSync from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall ExpandedSync

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

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

Remove ExpandedSync add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish ExpandedSync 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 ExpandedSync


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


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