How to remove ManagerCommand (Mac)

What is ManagerCommand

ManagerCommand is an adware program that masquerades as a legitimate browser extension, primarily targeting Mac users. Its primary function is to enhance online browsing experiences by providing seemingly relevant search results; however, it actually generates income for its creators through intrusive advertisements. This adware infiltrates users’ computers through bundled freeware or deceptive software updates, making it a common example of potentially unwanted applications (PUAs). Once installed, ManagerCommand can compromise web browsers like Safari, Google Chrome, and Firefox, leading to unsolicited pop-ups and redirects to dubious websites. Additionally, it may collect sensitive user data, including browsing habits and personal information, posing serious privacy risks. Effective removal of ManagerCommand requires a combination of reliable antivirus tools and manual intervention to eliminate its associated files and browser extensions. Users are advised to maintain vigilance while downloading software and to use trusted security applications to protect their systems.

How ManagerCommand infects Mac computers

ManagerCommand typically infects Mac systems through deceptive practices often associated with adware and potentially unwanted applications (PUAs). It is frequently bundled with freeware or shareware, leading unsuspecting users to inadvertently install it alongside legitimate software. When users download and install these programs without carefully reviewing the installation steps, they may unknowingly agree to install ManagerCommand as an additional component. This adware can also infiltrate systems via fake software updates, prompting users to download what appears to be a necessary update, only to introduce harmful software instead. Once installed, ManagerCommand alters browser settings, displays intrusive advertisements, and may even harvest personal data, significantly compromising the user’s online privacy and security. To mitigate the risk of such infections, users are advised to exercise caution when downloading software, utilize reliable antivirus solutions, and stay vigilant against unsolicited pop-ups and updates.

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

Remove ManagerCommand manually for free

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

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

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

Remove ManagerCommand from Applications

Remove ManagerCommand from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall ManagerCommand

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

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

Remove ManagerCommand add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish ManagerCommand 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 ManagerCommand


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


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