How to remove Zeolite (Mac)

What is Zeolite

Zeolite extension is a type of adware that infiltrates web browsers like Safari and Chrome, undermining the user’s browsing experience through persistent and intrusive advertising. Once installed, it alters browser settings without the user’s consent, leading to a barrage of unwanted ads, including pop-ups, banners, and sponsored links, that clutter the screen. This adware may also redirect users to dubious websites, posing further security risks and potentially exposing them to malicious content. Furthermore, Zeolite can track users’ browsing habits, collecting data on the websites visited and search queries made, which is then used to serve targeted advertisements. This invasion of privacy not only raises concerns about data security but also hinders the smooth functioning of the browser. The additional processing load from incessant ads can slow down browser performance, causing pages to load sluggishly and reducing overall system responsiveness. Consequently, users may experience frustration and reduced productivity due to these interruptions. To avoid such disruptions, it’s crucial for users to be vigilant when downloading software, ensuring it is from reputable sources, and employ security tools to keep their systems free from potential threats like the Zeolite adware extension.

How Zeolite infects Mac computers

Zeolite is a sophisticated malware strain targeting macOS systems, primarily spreading through malicious email attachments and compromised software downloads. Once executed, it employs a range of techniques to establish persistence on the infected device, including modifying system files and leveraging user permissions. The malware often utilizes deceptive tactics, disguising itself as legitimate applications to evade detection by both users and security software. Once installed, Zeolite can exfiltrate sensitive information, including passwords and personal data, and may also facilitate unauthorized remote access for threat actors. Users may notice unusual system behavior, such as unexpected pop-ups or performance degradation, which can indicate an infection. Regularly updating software and employing robust security measures are critical in preventing Zeolite infections and mitigating their impact.

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

Remove Zeolite manually for free

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

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

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

Remove Zeolite from Applications

Remove Zeolite from Mac:

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

Cannot uninstall Zeolite

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

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

Remove Zeolite add-on from your browsers

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

Reset browser settings

To finish Zeolite 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 Zeolite


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


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How to protect Mac OSX from adware, like Zeolite

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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