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All of my searches are going through the Safe Finder malware. I removed it from my Applications, removed it from my Safari Extensions, have my preferred browser set to Google. All of the "fixes" that I have found online I have done and they did not solve it. What else can I do?
MacBook Pro 13", macOS 10.14
Have you tried Malwarebytes. It's about the most proven anti-malware software for Mac and the only one recommended by Apple tech support folks.
Also check in System Preferences > Profiles (if you have that item) and delete anything you do not recognize.
Have you tried Malwarebytes. It's about the most proven anti-malware software for Mac and the only one recommended by Apple tech support folks.
Also check in System Preferences > Profiles (if you have that item) and delete anything you do not recognize.
Malwarebytes is a very reputable program. It and Etrecheck are the two most recommended programs to use for Mac troubleshooting.
If necessary, follow the manual instructions. Do not download any other programs that are listed in the articles.
I've tried the Profiles as well and it didn't solve the issue. I will try the Malwarebytes now. I was hoping to find a reputable software but was hesitant to search for one since my searches are going through Safe Finder.
Removing Safe Finder if it's not in my Applications or Extensions
