How to remove SkyWebProcess (Mac)

What is SkyWebProcess

SkyWebProcess is a rogue application identified as adware, belonging to the notorious AdLoad malware family. This type of software infiltrates macOS systems, often without the user’s consent, and is designed to deliver intrusive advertisements. While it may seem harmless at first glance, its presence poses significant risks, including potential data theft and privacy violations. SkyWebProcess can collect sensitive information like browsing habits, usernames, and even financial details, which may be sold to third parties. Additionally, it is known to affect system performance, causing browsers to slow down and redirecting users to dubious websites. Users are strongly advised to remove this adware immediately to protect their devices and personal information. Employing reliable antivirus software, such as SpyHunter, is recommended for effective detection and removal.

How SkyWebProcess infects Mac computers

SkyWebProcess typically infects Mac systems through deceptive marketing tactics known as “bundling.” This method involves packaging the adware with legitimate software, often downloaded from unofficial or untrustworthy sources. Users may inadvertently install SkyWebProcess when they opt for quick installations without scrutinizing the included components. Additionally, malicious pop-up ads and fake software updates, such as counterfeit Adobe Flash Player installers, can also facilitate its installation. Once installed, SkyWebProcess can begin tracking user behavior, displaying intrusive advertisements, and redirecting users to dubious websites, thereby compromising both system performance and user privacy. To mitigate the risk of infection, users should always download software from reputable sources and carefully review installation options.

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

Remove SkyWebProcess manually for free

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

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

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

Remove SkyWebProcess from Applications

Remove SkyWebProcess from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall SkyWebProcess

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

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

Remove SkyWebProcess add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish SkyWebProcess 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 SkyWebProcess


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


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How to protect Mac OSX from adware, like SkyWebProcess

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