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How to remove LeadingServiceSearch adware from Mac?

What is LeadingServiceSearch?

LeadingServiceSearch is a piece of rogue software, classified as adware. It also has browser hijacker traits. Following successful installation, this application runs intrusive advertisement campaigns, makes changes to browser settings and promotes fake search engines. Additionally, most adware-types and browser hijackers have data tracking abilities, which are used to record and collect browsing-related information. Since most users download/install LeadingServiceSearch unintentionally, it is considered to be a PUA (Potentially Unwanted Application). One of the dubious techniques used to distribute this app is via fake Adobe Flash Player updates. Users should note that illegitimate software updaters/installers proliferate not only PUAs but trojans, ransomware, and other malware as well.

Adware delivers pop-ups, banners, coupons, surveys and other intrusive advertisements. These ads seriously diminish the browsing experience, as they overlay page content and slow down the browsing speed. When clicked on, intrusive adverts redirect to various unreliable/malicious websites and some can even stealthily download/install software (e.g. PUAs). Browser hijackers assign the addresses of fake web searchers as browsers' homepage, default search engine and new tab/window URLs. Hence, with such a piece of software installed: every new browser tab/window opened and every single search query typed into the URL bar - redirect to the address of the promoted illegitimate search engine. These fake web searchers have no real value to users, since they are typically unable to provide search results. Therefore, the promoted search engines tend to redirect to Google, Yahoo, Bing and other legitimate ones. Furthermore, browser hijackers can restrict/deny access to the browser's settings and/or undo any permitted changes made. Most PUAs (adware and browser hijacker included) can track data. They can monitor browsing activity (visited URLs, viewed pages, searched queries, etc.) and gather personal information inferred from it (IP addresses, geolocations and other details). What is more, the collected data is usually shared with and/or sold to third parties (potentially, cyber criminals). To summarize, presence of unwanted apps on devices can result in system infections, financial losses, severe privacy issues and even identity theft. To ensure device and user safety, all suspect applications and browser extensions/plug-ins must be eliminated immediately upon detection.

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ExploreParameter, GeneralBoardSearch, ProgramInitiator and DefaultAnalog are some examples of other adware-type apps. They appear legitimate and offer a wide variety of 'useful' functionalities. However, the advertised features are seldom operational. In fact, this applies to practically all PUAs. The only purpose of unwanted software is to generate profit for the developers; hence, functionality and user safety are irrelevant. PUAs are designed to deliver intrusive ad campaigns, modify browsers, cause redirects and collect private data.

How did LeadingServiceSearch install on my computer?

PUAs are distributed through download/installation setups of other software. This false marketing method of packing regular products with unwanted or malicious additions - is called 'bundling'. Rushed download/installation processes (e.g. ignored terms, used pre-set options, etc.) - increase the risk of unintentionally allowing bundled content into the system. Select PUAs have 'official' download webpages. Intrusive ads proliferate these applications as well. Once clicked on, they can execute scripts to download/install PUAs without user consent.

How to avoid installation of potentially unwanted applications?

It is recommended to research software before download/installation and/or purchase. All downloads must be done from official and verified sources. Untrustworthy channels, like: unofficial and free file-hosting websites, Peer-to-Peer sharing networks and other third party downloaders - commonly offer deceptive and/or bundled content. When downloading/installing, it is important to read terms, study all possible options, use the 'Custom' or 'Advanced' settings and opt-out from supplementary apps, tools, features, etc. Intrusive adverts usually appear ordinary and harmless, however they redirect to highly suspicious sites (e.g. gambling, pornography, adult-dating, etc.). In case of encounters with such advertisements and/or redirects, the system must be inspected and all dubious applications and browser extensions/plug-ins - removed without delay. If your computer is already infected with LeadingServiceSearch, we recommend running a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus for macOS to automatically eliminate this adware.

Files related to the LeadingServiceSearch adware that need to be removed:

• ~/Library/Application Support/com.LeadingServiceSearch/LeadingServiceSearch
• ~/Library/Application Support/com.LeadingServiceSearchDaemon/LeadingServiceSearch
• ~/Library/LaunchAgents/com.LeadingServiceSearch.plist
• ~/Library/LaunchDaemons/com.LeadingServiceSearchDaemon.plist

IMPORTANT NOTE! Rogue setups/apps that promote LeadingServiceSearch adware are designed to create a new device profile. Therefore, before taking any further removal steps, perform these actions:
1) Click the 'Preferences' icon in the menu bar and select 'Profiles'

2) Select the 'LeadingServiceSearch' profile and delete it.

3) Perform a full system scan with Combo Cleaner anti-virus suite.

After performing these actions, you can proceed with further removal steps for this adware.

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• STEP 1. Remove LeadingServiceSearch related files and folders from OSX.
• STEP 2. Remove LeadingServiceSearch ads from Safari.
• STEP 3. Remove LeadingServiceSearch adware from Google Chrome.
• STEP 4. Remove LeadingServiceSearch ads from Mozilla Firefox.

Video showing how to remove adware and browser hijackers from a Mac computer:

LeadingServiceSearch adware removal:

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Remove LeadingServiceSearch-related potentially unwanted applications from your 'Applications' folder:

Click the Finder icon. In the Finder window, select 'Applications'. In the applications folder, look for 'MPlayerX','NicePlayer', or other suspicious applications and drag them to the Trash. After removing the potentially unwanted application(s) that cause online ads, scan your Mac for any remaining unwanted components.

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Remove ads by leadingservicesearch related files and folders:

Click the Finder icon, from the menu bar. Choose Go, and click Go to Folder...

Check for adware-generated files in the /Library/LaunchAgents folder:

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: /Library/LaunchAgents

In the “LaunchAgents” folder, look for any recently-added suspicious files and move them to the Trash. Examples of files generated by adware - “installmac.AppRemoval.plist”, “myppes.download.plist”, “mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist”, “kuklorest.update.plist”, etc. Adware commonly installs several files with the same string.

Check for adware generated files in the /Library/Application Support folder:

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: /Library/Application Support

In the “Application Support” folder, look for any recently-added suspicious folders. For example, “MplayerX” or “NicePlayer”, and move these folders to the Trash.

Check for adware-generated files in the ~/Library/LaunchAgents folder:

In the Go to Folder bar, type: ~/Library/LaunchAgents

In the “LaunchAgents” folder, look for any recently-added suspicious files and move them to the Trash. Examples of files generated by adware - “installmac.AppRemoval.plist”, “myppes.download.plist”, “mykotlerino.ltvbit.plist”, “kuklorest.update.plist”, etc. Adware commonly installs several files with the same string.

Check for adware-generated files in the /Library/LaunchDaemons folder:

In the Go to Folder... bar, type: /Library/LaunchDaemons

In the “LaunchDaemons” folder, look for recently-added suspicious files. For example “com.aoudad.net-preferences.plist”, “com.myppes.net-preferences.plist”, 'com.kuklorest.net-preferences.plist”, “com.avickUpd.plist”, etc., and move them to the Trash.

Scan your Mac with Combo Cleaner:

If you have followed all the steps in the correct order you Mac should be clean of infections. To be sure your system is not infected run a scan with Combo Cleaner Antivirus. Download it HERE. After downloading the file double click combocleaner.dmg installer, in the opened window drag and drop Combo Cleaner icon on top of the Applications icon. Now open your launchpad and click on the Combo Cleaner icon. Wait until Combo Cleaner updates it's virus definition database and click 'Start Combo Scan' button.

Combo Cleaner will scan your Mac for malware infections. If the antivirus scan displays 'no threats found' - this means that you can continue with the removal guide, otherwise it's recommended to remove any found infections before continuing.

After removing files and folders generated by the adware, continue to remove rogue extensions from your Internet browsers.

Ads by LeadingServiceSearch removal from Internet browsers:

Remove malicious extensions from Safari:

Remove ads by leadingservicesearch related Safari extensions:

Open Safari browser, from the menu bar, select 'Safari' and click 'Preferences...'.

In the preferences window, select 'Extensions' and look for any recently-installed suspicious extensions. When located, click the 'Uninstall' button next to it/them. Note that you can safely uninstall all extensions from your Safari browser - none are crucial for normal browser operation.

• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Safari.

Remove malicious plug-ins from Mozilla Firefox:

Remove ads by leadingservicesearch related Mozilla Firefox add-ons:

Open your Mozilla Firefox browser. At the top right corner of the screen, click the 'Open Menu' (three horizontal lines) button. From the opened menu, choose 'Add-ons'.

Choose the 'Extensions' tab and look for any recently-installed suspicious add-ons. When located, click the 'Remove' button next to it/them. Note that you can safely uninstall all extensions from your Mozilla Firefox browser - none are crucial for normal browser operation.

• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Mozilla Firefox.

Remove malicious extensions from Google Chrome:

Remove ads by leadingservicesearch related Google Chrome add-ons:

Open Google Chrome and click the 'Chrome menu' (three horizontal lines) button located in the top-right corner of the browser window. From the drop-down menu, choose 'More Tools' and select 'Extensions'.

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In the 'Extensions' window, look for any recently-installed suspicious add-ons. When located, click the 'Trash' button next to it/them. Note that you can safely uninstall all extensions from your Google Chrome browser - none are crucial for normal browser operation.

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• If you continue to have problems with browser redirects and unwanted advertisements - Reset Google Chrome.