How to remove ObsessionLandscape (Mac)

What is ObsessionLandscape

ObsessionLandscape is a type of adware that specifically targets Mac users. Adware, short for advertising-supported software, is designed to generate revenue for its developers by displaying unwanted advertisements on the infected device. While adware is not as malicious as other types of malware, such as viruses or ransomware, it can still significantly disrupt the user experience and pose privacy risks. If your Mac is infected with ObsessionLandscape adware, you may notice several symptoms. A sudden increase in pop-up ads, even when not browsing the web, is a common sign of adware infection. Your browser may frequently redirect you to unwanted websites or search engines. The adware can consume system resources, leading to slower performance and frequent crashes. You may also find new toolbars or extensions in your browser that you did not install. Removing adware like ObsessionLandscape from your Mac involves several steps. First, open Activity Monitor from Launchpad and look for suspicious applications or processes. Force quit any that you do not recognize. Next, go to the Applications folder and drag any suspicious apps to the Trash. Empty the Trash and restart your Mac. Check your browser’s extensions and remove any that you did not install or recognize. This can be done through the settings or preferences menu in browsers like Safari, Chrome, and Firefox.

How ObsessionLandscape infects Mac computers

Adware like ObsessionLandscape typically infiltrates Mac systems through various deceptive methods. One common method is through bundled software. Users may download a legitimate application, but the installer also includes adware like ObsessionLandscape. This often happens with free software or pirated content. Another method is through fake software updates. Users might encounter pop-ups or notifications claiming that their software or macOS needs an urgent update. These fake updates can install adware when executed. Visiting compromised or malicious websites can also lead to adware infections. These sites may prompt users to download a file or click on a link that installs the adware. Suspicious email attachments can also be a vector for adware. Opening these attachments can trigger the installation of adware on the system. Additionally, adware can come in the form of browser extensions. These extensions may promise enhanced functionality but instead inject ads into web pages and track browsing activity.

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

Remove ObsessionLandscape manually for free

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

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

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

Remove ObsessionLandscape from Applications

Remove ObsessionLandscape from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall ObsessionLandscape

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

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

Remove ObsessionLandscape add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish ObsessionLandscape 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 ObsessionLandscape


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


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How to protect Mac OSX from adware, like ObsessionLandscape

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