How to remove LogicalData (Mac)

What is LogicalData

LogicalData is an adware application that belongs to the AdLoad malware family, designed to deliver unwanted advertisements to users. This type of software typically operates by injecting third-party ads, such as pop-ups and banners, into users’ web browsers and desktop interfaces. While some ads may appear legitimate, they often promote potentially harmful content or lead to dubious websites, posing risks to user privacy and security. Additionally, LogicalData has the capacity to track sensitive information, including browsing habits and personal data, which can be monetized by cybercriminals. The presence of such adware can significantly slow down system performance and create a frustrating online experience. Users are advised to remove this type of malware promptly to safeguard their devices and personal information.

How LogicalData infects Mac computers

LogicalData adware typically infiltrates Mac systems through deceptive practices, often bundled with legitimate software downloads from third-party websites. Users may unknowingly install it while opting for “Quick” or “Express” installation settings, which can conceal the inclusion of unwanted applications. Additionally, intrusive pop-up ads and rogue advertising networks can redirect users to malicious sites that promote the adware. Once installed, LogicalData can monitor user activity, display unwanted advertisements, and redirect web traffic, all while compromising privacy and system performance. To mitigate the risk of infection, users are encouraged to download software only from reputable sources and to carefully review installation options. Regularly scanning their systems with reliable antivirus tools can also help identify and remove such threats before they cause significant harm.

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

Remove LogicalData manually for free

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

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

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

Remove LogicalData from Applications

Remove LogicalData from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall LogicalData

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

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

Remove LogicalData add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish LogicalData 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 LogicalData


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


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