How to remove FrequencyIndexer (Mac)

What is FrequencyIndexer

FrequencyIndexer is an adware application that targets macOS systems, delivering intrusive advertisements and potentially compromising user privacy. Once installed, it bombards users with pop-ups, banners, and coupons that can redirect them to untrustworthy websites. This adware typically infiltrates devices through deceptive pop-up ads, bundled software installations, or downloads from unreliable sources. Users may experience a noticeable decline in system performance, including slower response times and increased crashes. Moreover, FrequencyIndexer can track browsing habits and gather sensitive information, heightening security risks. Removing this adware is essential to safeguard personal data and maintain a smooth computing experience. Utilizing reputable antivirus software, such as Combo Cleaner, is highly recommended for effective removal and protection against future infections.

How FrequencyIndexer infects Mac computers

FrequencyIndexer primarily infects Mac systems through deceptive distribution methods that often exploit user behavior during software installation. It typically bundles itself with free programs, relying on users to overlook the inclusion of additional applications in the installation process. When users opt for default installation settings, they unwittingly allow FrequencyIndexer to install alongside the desired software. Additionally, it can spread via malicious pop-up ads or downloads from untrustworthy websites, further increasing the likelihood of infection. Once installed, FrequencyIndexer begins to display intrusive advertisements, redirecting users to potentially harmful sites, which can lead to privacy violations and security risks. To mitigate the risk of infection, users should always choose custom installation options and remain vigilant against suspicious downloads and ads.

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

Remove FrequencyIndexer manually for free

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

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

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

Remove FrequencyIndexer from Applications

Remove FrequencyIndexer from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall FrequencyIndexer

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

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

Remove FrequencyIndexer add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish FrequencyIndexer 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 FrequencyIndexer


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


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