How to remove RecordPlatform (Mac)

What is RecordPlatform

RecordPlatform is a type of adware that targets macOS systems, designed to deliver intrusive advertisements and disrupt the user experience. Once installed, it can generate a variety of ads, including pop-ups and banners, which may redirect users to dubious websites that pose security and privacy risks. Many security vendors classify RecordPlatform as malicious due to its potential to collect user data, including browsing habits and personal information, which can be exploited for nefarious purposes. Users often unknowingly install such adware through bundled software downloads or by clicking on deceptive ads. The presence of RecordPlatform can significantly degrade system performance, leading to slower operation and increased exposure to online scams. Immediate removal of this adware is highly recommended to maintain a secure computing environment. Regular scans with reputable antivirus software can help detect and eliminate any traces of RecordPlatform from the system.

How RecordPlatform infects Mac computers

RecordPlatform typically infects Mac computers through deceptive tactics commonly associated with adware distribution. Users often unwittingly install this adware alongside legitimate software, particularly when they opt for quick or default installation settings instead of reviewing “Custom” or “Advanced” options. This bundling technique allows RecordPlatform to ride along with popular free applications or programs downloaded from untrustworthy sources, such as torrent sites or unofficial download portals. Additionally, users may encounter misleading pop-up ads or fake software updates that prompt them to download the adware. Once installed, RecordPlatform disrupts the user experience by displaying intrusive ads and redirecting users to questionable websites, which can further expose them to privacy risks and potential identity theft. Therefore, it’s crucial for users to be vigilant and cautious during software installations to avoid inadvertently inviting such unwanted applications onto their systems.

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

Remove RecordPlatform manually for free

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

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

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

Remove RecordPlatform from Applications

Remove RecordPlatform from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall RecordPlatform

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

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

Remove RecordPlatform add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish RecordPlatform 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 RecordPlatform


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


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