How to remove NodeResolution (Mac)

What is NodeResolution

NodeResolution is a type of adware that affects macOS systems, often categorized under the AdLoad malware family. This advertising-supported software generates revenue for its developers by inundating users with intrusive advertisements and redirecting them to dubious websites. While it may not exhibit traditional browser-hijacking behaviors, NodeResolution poses significant risks to user privacy and device security. It can track sensitive information, such as browsing habits and personal details, which may then be sold to third parties. Users typically encounter this adware through deceptive pop-up ads or bundled software downloads from untrustworthy sources. Removal of NodeResolution is crucial to prevent ongoing privacy violations and system slowdowns. Utilizing reputable antivirus tools, like Combo Cleaner, is recommended for effective detection and removal.

How NodeResolution infects Mac computers

NodeResolution adware typically infects Mac systems through deceptive methods that exploit users’ tendencies to download software from untrusted sources. This adware often bundles itself with legitimate applications, especially when users opt for “Easy” or “Express” installation settings, bypassing the opportunity to review additional components. Malicious pop-up ads and rogue websites can also lead to accidental downloads, as they often present themselves as legitimate offers or updates. Once installed, NodeResolution generates intrusive advertisements, redirects users to dubious websites, and may track personal data for profit. The combination of aggressive advertising tactics and stealthy installation methods makes NodeResolution a persistent threat to user privacy and system performance. To mitigate such risks, users should be vigilant during downloads and prefer direct sources for software installations.

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

Remove NodeResolution manually for free

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

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

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

Remove NodeResolution from Applications

Remove NodeResolution from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall NodeResolution

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

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

Remove NodeResolution add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish NodeResolution 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 NodeResolution


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


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