How to remove VirtualProcesser (Mac)

What is VirtualProcesser

VirtualProcesser is an adware application identified by security researchers as part of the AdLoad malware family. This rogue software is designed to generate revenue for its developers by displaying intrusive advertisements on users’ devices. Common symptoms of infection include unwanted pop-up ads, redirects to dubious websites, and a noticeable decrease in system performance. While some ads may promote legitimate products or services, they often lead to scams or unreliable software. VirtualProcesser can collect sensitive information through tracking functionalities, creating potential privacy risks for users. Removal of this adware is crucial, as it can lead to further infections and financial losses if left unchecked. Utilizing reputable antivirus software, such as Combo Cleaner, is recommended for effective detection and removal.

How VirtualProcesser infects Mac computers

VirtualProcesser typically infects Macs through deceptive distribution methods that often exploit user behavior and vulnerabilities in software installations. One common way it infiltrates systems is via bundled software, where it is packaged alongside legitimate applications in free downloads. Users frequently overlook the presence of such unwanted applications by rushing through installation processes or selecting default settings, thereby granting permission for the adware to install. Additionally, VirtualProcesser can be promoted through misleading advertisements or rogue websites that appear trustworthy, leading users to unknowingly download the adware. Once installed, it begins displaying intrusive ads and may also track user data, further compromising privacy and system performance. To minimize the risk of infection, users are advised to download software only from reputable sources and to carefully review installation options to avoid inadvertently allowing adware onto their devices.

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

Remove VirtualProcesser manually for free

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

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

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

Remove VirtualProcesser from Applications

Remove VirtualProcesser from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall VirtualProcesser

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

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

Remove VirtualProcesser add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish VirtualProcesser 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 VirtualProcesser


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


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