How to remove ExpertComplete (Mac)

What is ExpertComplete

ExpertComplete is a type of adware that targets macOS systems, designed primarily to display intrusive advertisements and redirect users to potentially harmful websites. This malicious application may present deceptive alerts, pop-ups, and offers, enticing users to click on ads that could lead to phishing sites or trick them into purchasing unnecessary services. ExpertComplete often negatively impacts system performance, resulting in slower operation and frequent browser redirects. Users typically encounter this adware when they install software from untrustworthy sources or fail to deselect unwanted applications during installation. Once installed, it can be challenging to remove completely, as remnants may persist even after standard deletion methods. To effectively eliminate ExpertComplete and safeguard your system, using a reputable antivirus tool like Combo Cleaner is highly recommended. Awareness and caution during software installation are crucial to prevent such unwanted applications from infiltrating your device.

How ExpertComplete infects Mac computers

ExpertComplete primarily infects Mac systems through deceptive methods that exploit user behavior and vulnerabilities in software installation processes. Typically, it is bundled with free software downloaded from unofficial sources, making it easy for users to inadvertently install it without realizing. During the installation of seemingly legitimate applications, users often overlook pre-checked boxes or fail to select “Advanced” or “Custom” installation options, which can lead to the installation of adware like ExpertComplete. Additionally, it may be introduced via malicious pop-up ads or through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing networks where users download unverified content. Once installed, ExpertComplete can compromise browser settings, resulting in disruptive advertisements and potential privacy risks. Users are advised to remain vigilant and cautious during software installations, opting for trusted sources to mitigate the risk of such adware infections.

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

Remove ExpertComplete manually for free

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

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

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

Remove ExpertComplete from Applications

Remove ExpertComplete from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall ExpertComplete

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

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

Remove ExpertComplete add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish ExpertComplete 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 ExpertComplete


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


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