How to remove InterfaceStyle (Mac)

What is InterfaceStyle

InterfaceStyle is a form of adware specifically targeting macOS systems, classified within the AdLoad malware family. This software generates revenue for its developers by running intrusive advertising campaigns, displaying various unwanted ads such as pop-ups, banners, and overlays during web browsing. Although it may seem harmless, InterfaceStyle can significantly compromise user privacy and device security. It often collects sensitive data, including browsing history and personal information, which can be exploited for profit. Users may experience slower system performance and unwanted redirects to dubious websites as a result of this adware. Removal of InterfaceStyle is essential to restore normal functionality and safeguard personal information, and employing legitimate antivirus software like Combo Cleaner is highly recommended for effective eradication.

How InterfaceStyle infects Mac computers

InterfaceStyle adware typically infiltrates macOS systems through deceptive marketing tactics, primarily utilizing bundling methods. This strategy involves packaging the adware with legitimate software, which users inadvertently install by not paying close attention during the installation process. Often, users download these bundled applications from untrustworthy sources such as third-party websites or peer-to-peer sharing networks, where adware can easily hide among seemingly harmless programs. Additionally, users may encounter intrusive pop-up ads or misleading advertisements that redirect them to malicious sites, further facilitating the adware’s installation. Once installed, InterfaceStyle can manipulate browser settings, generate unwanted ads, and potentially harvest user data, posing significant privacy and security risks. Therefore, maintaining vigilance during installations and downloading software only from reputable sources is crucial in preventing such infections.

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

Remove InterfaceStyle manually for free

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

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

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

Remove InterfaceStyle from Applications

Remove InterfaceStyle from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall InterfaceStyle

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

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

Remove InterfaceStyle add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish InterfaceStyle 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 InterfaceStyle


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


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How to protect Mac OSX from adware, like InterfaceStyle

Mac OSX is known to be one of the safest operating systems, and for a long time, there was no need for antivirus products for Mac. But with the growing popularity of Mac computers and notebooks and evolving technology, viruses, trojans, adware, toolbars, hijackers, and other malware paved the way for Mac users. We recommend you to use one of the best anti-malware for Mac available — Malwarebytes for Mac.

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