how do i remove adware from my apple mac?

a while a go I clicked on a link, which in retrospect was clearly dodgy, and since then I get pop up ads EVERY SINGLE TIME I go on Safari or Chrome. It is driving me mad.


Any advice on how to remove it. If I call Apple Support (and pay the money) will they be able to help me? I dont' want to pay money for them to say there is nothing they can do!

iOS 5.0.1, icloud

Posted on Sep 22, 2015 5:01 AM

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Sep 22, 2015 5:04 AM in response to beatyfromashtead

Please review the options below to determine which method is best to deal with the Adware installed on your computer.


The Easy, safe, effective method:

https://www.malwarebytes.org/antimalware/mac/


If you are comfortable doing manual file removals, use the Apple support document below.

http://support.apple.com/en-us/HT203987


Also, read the articles below to better understand why it has happened and be more prepared for the next time there is an issue on your computer.

https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-7471

https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-8071

http://www.thesafemac.com/tech-support-scam-pop-ups/

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