How to remove RecordManager (Mac)

What is RecordManager

RecordManager is an adware-type application that poses significant risks to macOS users. It is part of the AdLoad malware family, designed to generate revenue through intrusive advertising campaigns. Once installed, this software bombards users with unwanted pop-up ads and can redirect them to dubious websites, which may compromise their online security. Furthermore, RecordManager often tracks user data, including browsing history and sensitive information, which can lead to privacy violations. This adware typically infiltrates systems via bundled software downloads or deceptive advertisements. Users who encounter symptoms associated with RecordManager, such as sluggish performance or persistent ads, should take immediate action to remove the application and safeguard their devices.

How RecordManager infects Mac computers

RecordManager typically infects Mac systems through deceptive distribution methods, primarily bundled with legitimate software downloads. Users often encounter this adware when they download free applications or software from unreliable sources, such as torrent sites or dubious freeware platforms. During the installation process, RecordManager may be included as an optional component, which users can inadvertently accept by opting for “Quick” or “Easy” installation settings instead of the recommended “Custom” option. Additionally, malicious advertisements and misleading pop-up ads can lead users to click on links that trigger automatic downloads of RecordManager. Once installed, it compromises the user’s browsing experience by displaying intrusive ads and potentially tracking personal information, further endangering their data privacy. Regular vigilance and cautious downloading practices are essential to mitigate the risk of infection from such adware.

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

Remove RecordManager manually for free

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

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

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

Remove RecordManager from Applications

Remove RecordManager from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall RecordManager

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

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

Remove RecordManager add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish RecordManager 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 RecordManager


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


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How to protect Mac OSX from adware, like RecordManager

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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