How to remove FlexibleRemote (Mac)

What is FlexibleRemote

FlexibleRemote is a type of adware specifically targeting macOS systems, designed to display intrusive advertisements and generate unwanted pop-ups. After installation, it can significantly disrupt the user experience by redirecting users to dubious websites, which often lead to scams or identity theft. This adware collects various data, including browsing habits and personal information, which can be misused or sold to third parties. Users may notice their system slowing down as FlexibleRemote consumes resources and affects overall performance. The application is often bundled with free software, making it easy to unwittingly install it alongside desired programs. Prompt removal is crucial to mitigate potential privacy risks and restore optimal system functionality. Regular scans with reputable antivirus software are recommended to ensure complete eradication of such threats.

How FlexibleRemote infects Mac computers

FlexibleRemote typically infects Macs through deceptive practices that exploit user behavior, primarily via bundled software installations. Users often unknowingly install this adware when they download free applications from untrustworthy sources or through torrent sites, bypassing important installation settings like “Advanced” or “Custom” that could allow them to decline additional offers. Once installed, FlexibleRemote can generate intrusive ads and redirect users to malicious websites, potentially leading to further security risks. Additionally, it may use fake software updates and misleading pop-ups to trick users into thinking they need to install new software or updates, further facilitating its infiltration. To mitigate these risks, users should always download applications from official sources and remain vigilant during installation processes to avoid inadvertently allowing such malware onto their systems. Regular scanning with trusted antivirus software can also help detect and remove adware like FlexibleRemote before it causes significant harm.

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

Remove FlexibleRemote manually for free

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

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

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

Remove FlexibleRemote from Applications

Remove FlexibleRemote from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall FlexibleRemote

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

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

Remove FlexibleRemote add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish FlexibleRemote 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 FlexibleRemote


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


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