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how do i remove searchpulse from my macbook pro

I updated my flash program and I accidentally agreed to have search pulse installed and now I can't get rid of it. Now whenever I launch Safari it hijacks my system. Any help to remove this program would be appreciated.


Thanks,


Drew

Posted on Apr 7, 2018 8:13 PM

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Posted on May 5, 2018 8:47 AM

Please take all these steps.


1. Use MalwareBytes for Mac to remove malware/adware.


Install guide: https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1817

Uninstall Guide: https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1190


The installer may ask you to allow it in Security & Privacy /System Preference. Allow it.


2. Disable all extensions and test.


Turnoff or uninstall extensions.

Section: Manage extensions: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/use-safari-extensions-sfri32508/mac


3. Choose a search engine.

Delete all text in the Smart Search field, click the magnifying glass , then choose a search engine from the list.

https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac


4. Set your Home Page. https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac


5. Restart your Mac.


6. Launch Safari holding the Shift key down.

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May 5, 2018 8:47 AM in response to Drubie

Please take all these steps.


1. Use MalwareBytes for Mac to remove malware/adware.


Install guide: https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1817

Uninstall Guide: https://support.malwarebytes.com/docs/DOC-1190


The installer may ask you to allow it in Security & Privacy /System Preference. Allow it.


2. Disable all extensions and test.


Turnoff or uninstall extensions.

Section: Manage extensions: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/use-safari-extensions-sfri32508/mac


3. Choose a search engine.

Delete all text in the Smart Search field, click the magnifying glass , then choose a search engine from the list.

https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/customize-your-search-ibrwe75c2a3c/mac


4. Set your Home Page. https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/set-your-homepage-ibrw1020/mac


5. Restart your Mac.


6. Launch Safari holding the Shift key down.

how do i remove searchpulse from my macbook pro

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