Essential Optimizer application periodically comes up on my MacBook Pro - running Catalina. It closes Safari - and then reopens it and shows in the extension as Essential Optimizer. I have moved it to trash - rebooted computer and it still comes back periodically. What is it and how to I get rid of it?
MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15
Hello mhkmatt and welcome to Apple Support Communities.
I see you have a question about what appears to be a Safari extension called Essential Optimizer.
Get extensions to customize Safari on Mac - Apple Support
In general, most apps and extensions that purport to optimize parts of the Mac experience are widely regarded as malware. Especially if you are trying to delete it and it won't go away, this may be the case. There is a tool that Apple actually advises use of for malware.
Malwarebytes for Mac — Mac Antivirus Replacement | Malwarebytes
You'll also find tips for avoiding malware here:
Protect your Mac from malware - Apple Support
Cheers.
Hello mhkmatt and welcome to Apple Support Communities.
I see you have a question about what appears to be a Safari extension called Essential Optimizer.
Get extensions to customize Safari on Mac - Apple Support
In general, most apps and extensions that purport to optimize parts of the Mac experience are widely regarded as malware. Especially if you are trying to delete it and it won't go away, this may be the case. There is a tool that Apple actually advises use of for malware.
Malwarebytes for Mac — Mac Antivirus Replacement | Malwarebytes
You'll also find tips for avoiding malware here:
Protect your Mac from malware - Apple Support
Cheers.
IT is NOT a Safari extension.
This is the third post in a week I've seen on this thing. From another member who posted a EtreCheck report, it is adware, likely picked up form and unscrupulous download hosting site.
Go for the MalwareBytes solution.
I keep getting essential optimizer application installed on my macbook pro
