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How to Remove MacKeeper
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Press Command+Q to quit MacKeeper. Select Go < Applications and drag MacKeeper to the trash.Enter your Mac admin password in two boxes to confirm the deletion.Right-click the Trash icon and select Empty Trash. Confirm by selecting Empty Trash in the warning box. Restart the Mac. This article explains how to remove MacKeeper from a Mac. It include information on verifying it is gone and how to remove any existing remnants of MacKeeper from Safari and Keychain. How to Remove MacKeeper
MacKeeper has been around for a while. It's marketed as a collection of utilities, apps, and services that keep your Mac clean, protected from viruses, and in tip-top shape. In the past, some users found that MacKeeper caused more problems than it fixed. Early versions of MacKeeper had a reputation for being difficult to uninstall, but uninstalling recent versions is a straightforward process. If you used any of MacKeeper's encryption options to protect any files, be sure to use MacKeeper's Data Encryptor to decrypt all of your files before uninstalling the program. When you decide it's time to uninstall MacKeeper, here's what you need to do. Quit MacKeeper by pressing Command+Q. In older versions, go to the MacKeeper menu and select Preferences > General. Uncheck the box for Show MacKeeper icon in menu bar. Now you'll be able to quit the program. Go to Go > Applications, and drag the MacKeeper icon to the Trash. Confirm that you want to uninstall the product, and enter your Mac admin password in the two notification boxes. An optional Uninstall Survey opens in the browser. Complete this if you'd like to give feedback or ignore it. Right-click the Trash icon and select Empty Trash. Confirm that you want to empty the Trash by selecting Empty Trash in the warning dialog box. Restart your Mac. Verify That MacKeeper Is Gone
While all traces of MacKeeper should be gone, it's a good idea to verify that all associated files have been erased. If you uninstalled an older version of MacKeeper (prior to version 3.x), it's more important to go through these steps to make sure no MacKeeper files are lurking around. After you restart your Mac, verify that the MacKeeper icon is no longer in the top menu bar. Go to Finder > Go > Home and make sure the MacKeeper Backups folder is gone. Go to Finder > Go > Go to Folder and search for the following directories to make sure they're gone: Library/Application Support/MacKeeperLibrary/Application Support/com.mackeeper.MacKeeperLibrary/Application Support/com.mackeeper.MacKeeperAgentLibrary/LaunchAgents/com.mackeeper.MacKeeperAgent.plistLibrary/Caches/com.mackeeper.MacKeeperLibrary/Caches/com.mackeeper.MacKeeperAgent If none of these directories are found, you can be certain that MacKeeper is gone. Clear Safari of MacKeeper
On its own, MacKeeper doesn't install any Safari extensions, but if you downloaded the app from a third party, you might experience unwanted pop-ups. To correct this problem, remove any Safari extensions that may have been installed. Launch Safari while holding down the Shift key. This opens Safari to your home page. Select Preferences from the Safari menu. Select the Extensions icon. Remove any extensions that you're not familiar with. If you're not sure, remove the check mark from the extension to keep it from loading. When you're done, quit Safari and launch the app normally. Safari should open without displaying any unwanted MacKeeper pop-ups. Clear Your Keychain
If you activated MacKeeper or created a user account at MacKeeper, you likely have a keychain entry that stores your account password. Leaving this keychain entry behind won't cause any issues, but if you want to rid your Mac of any MacKeeper references completely, do the following: From Finder, select Go > Utilities. Double-click Keychain Access to open it. Enter MacKeeper in the Search field. Delete any password matches that are found. MacKeeper's reputation has improved in recent years, adding more functionality to its software, offering a 14-day money-back guarantee, and backing off the aggressive marketing tactics. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Delete Streamlabs on Mac How to Uninstall Dropbox on a Mac How to Uninstall Skype How to Install, Manage, and Delete Safari Extensions How to Uninstall Chrome on Mac How to Back Up Your iPhone to an External Hard Drive How to Access Google Docs Trash How to Remove Safe Finder From Mac How to Delete a File in Terminal on Your Mac How to Delete Downloads on Mac How to Uninstall Firefox for Mac How to Fix it When Roblox Is Unable to Download on a Mac Learn Where Mac OS X Mail Stores Your Emails How to Remove an SD Card from a MacBook How to View, Manage, or Remove Safari Plug-Ins How to Find Saved Passwords on Mac Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies