What is CoordinatorSkill

CoordinatorSkill is a type of unwanted software that may display intrusive advertisements, cause browser redirects, or collect user data without consent. It is categorized as a PUP due to its behavior that can negatively impact the user experience and potentially compromise privacy and security on macOS systems. Users are advised to remove CoordinatorSkill and associated software to prevent any unwanted effects on their devices and browsing activities.

Common symptoms of CoordinatorSkill infection include:

• Your web browser’s default search engine is set to CoordinatorSkill Search.
• Your browser’s search queries are redirected through CoordinatorSkill Search.
• The presence of the “CoordinatorSkill” browser extension or program on your Mac.

How CoordinatorSkill Gets Installed

CoordinatorSkill is typically installed by users, either knowingly or unknowingly. A menudo, this type of program is offered through advertisements or bundled with other software, which can leave users unsure of where the software originated. Desafortunadamente, some free downloads do not provide sufficient disclosure about additional software that will be installed, leading to unintentional installation of CoordinatorSkill.

To protect your Mac from unwanted programs like CoordinatorSkill, it’s crucial to be cautious when downloading and installing software, especially from unfamiliar sources. Always read the terms and conditions and carefully review the installation process, looking out for any pre-selected checkboxes that indicate additional software installations. Además, consider using reputable antivirus software to scan and monitor your computer for potential threats.

Removal Instructions for CoordinatorSkill

Removing CoordinatorSkill from your Mac requires a systematic approach to ensure complete removal. Follow the step-by-step instructions below to eliminate CoordinatorSkill and restore your browser settings.

Paso 1: Eliminar perfiles maliciosos

CoordinatorSkill may use configuration profiles to control your Mac’s behavior and prevent you from removing the malicious program. In this step, we will check if any configuration profiles are installed and remove them if necessary.

1. Open “System Preferences” by clicking on the Apple menu and selecting Preferencias del Sistema.
2. Search for and click on the Perfiles icon in the System Preferences window.
   • If there are no Profiles icons, it means you don’t have any profiles installed, and you can proceed to the next steps.
3. If there is a Profiles icon, click on it and select any suspicious profiles you want to remove. Entonces, click the minus (-) button and confirm the removal by clicking Eliminar.

Paso 2: Delete Malicious Apps

In this step, we will identify and remove any malicious apps and files that may have been installed on your Mac alongside CoordinatorSkill.

1. Quit any suspicious programs by clicking on their icons in the top-right corner of the Apple menu bar and selecting Dejar.
2. Abre Finder by clicking on the Finder application in your dock.
3. In the Finder left pane, hacer clic en Aplicaciones to display a list of installed apps on your Mac.
4. Look for any suspicious apps that you don’t remember downloading or that don’t seem genuine. Right-click on them and select Mover a la papelera.
   • Some known malicious programs to look out for include SearchMine, TakeFresh, TopResults, FeedBack, ApplicationEvents, GeneralOpen, PowerLog, MessengerNow, ImagePrime, GeneralNetSearch, Reading Cursors, GlobalTechSearch, PDFOnline-express, See Scenic Elf, MatchKnowledge, Easy Speedtest, or WebDiscover.
5. Empty the Trash by right-clicking on the Trash icon in your dock and selecting Empty Trash.
6. Locate and remove any malicious files associated with CoordinatorSkill by following these steps:
   • Click on your desktop to make sure you’re in the Finder. Elegir Ir from the menu bar, a continuación, haga clic en Ir a la carpeta.
   • Type or copy/paste each of the following paths into the window that opens, y haga clic en Ir:
     • /Biblioteca/Agentes de lanzamiento
     • ~/Library/LaunchAgents
     • /Biblioteca/Soporte de aplicaciones
     • /Biblioteca/LaunchDaemons
   • Look for any suspicious files that you don’t remember downloading or that don’t seem genuine. When you find a malicious file, move it to the Trash.

Paso 3: Remove UltraApplication adware from browsers

Safari Browser

1. Abra el navegador Safari.
2. Haga clic en el menú "Safari" en la barra de menú superior y seleccione "Preferencias".
3. En la ventana de Preferencias, haga clic en la pestaña "Extensiones".
4. Busque extensiones sospechosas instaladas recientemente y haga clic en el botón "Desinstalar" junto a ellas..
5. Si continúa experimentando redireccionamientos del navegador y anuncios no deseados, es posible que tengas que restablecer Safari a su configuración predeterminada. Consulte nuestra guía sobre cómo restablecer la configuración del navegador para obtener instrucciones detalladas..

Chrome for Mac Browser

1. Abra Google Chrome.
2. Click on the Chrome menu icon in the top-right corner and select “More Tools.”
3. Desde el menú desplegable, choose “Extensions.”
4. Look for any recently-installed suspicious extensions and click the trash can icon next to them to remove.
5. If you’re still encountering browser redirects and unwanted ads, you may need to reset Google Chrome. Consulte nuestra guía sobre cómo restablecer la configuración del navegador para obtener instrucciones detalladas..

Firefox for Mac Browser

1. Abrir Mozilla Firefox.
2. Haga clic en el icono de menú (three horizontal lines) in the top-right corner and select “Add-ons.”
3. En la pestaña Administrador de complementos, click on the “Extensions” or “Themes” panel.
4. Look for any recently-installed suspicious extensions, click the three dots next to them, and select “Remove.”
5. If you’re still experiencing browser redirects and unwanted ads, you may need to reset Mozilla Firefox. Consulte nuestra guía sobre cómo restablecer la configuración del navegador para obtener instrucciones detalladas..

Paso 4: Restablecer navegadores a la configuración predeterminada

CoordinatorSkill may have made changes to your browsers, including installing malicious extensions and altering settings. Resetting your browsers to their default settings will remove these unwanted changes. Follow the instructions below for each browser you have installed on your Mac.

Safari Browser

1. Open Safari and click on the Safari menu in the menu bar.
2. Seleccionar Preferencias en el menú desplegable.
3. En la ventana de Preferencias, haga clic en el General tab to check your homepage settings. Make sure it’s set to a web page you want to use as your startup page.
4. Haga clic en Complementos tab to view installed extensions. Remove any suspicious extensions by clicking on the Desinstalar con el botón.
5. En la ventana de Preferencias, haga clic en el Websites en la pestaña, a continuación, seleccione Notificaciones. Deselect the option “Allow websites to ask for permission to send push notifications”.
6. Still in the Preferences window, Selecciona el Intimidad tab and click on the Administrar datos del sitio web con el botón. In the dialog box that appears, clic en Eliminar todo to delete data stored by websites on your computer.
7. From the Safari menu bar, hacer clic en Safari y seleccione Preferencias de nuevo. This time, elegir el Opciones avanzadas en la pestaña. Enable the checkbox to “Show Develop menu in menu bar”.
8. Hacer clic en Develop in the menu bar, a continuación, seleccione Cachés vacíos to clear Safari’s caches.

Chrome for Mac Browser

1. Open Chrome and click on the three dots in the top-right corner of the browser window.
2. From the drop-down menu, seleccionar Configuración.
3. En la pestaña Configuración, scroll down and click on Opciones avanzadas para expandir la configuración avanzada.
4. Desplácese hacia abajo y haga clic en Restore settings to their original defaults bajo la Reset and clean up en la sección.
5. A confirmation dialog will appear. Clic Restablecer ajustes to proceed.
6. Si necesario, you can also reset Chrome’s data sync by navigating to chrome.google.com/sync and clicking on the Clear Data con el botón.

Firefox for Mac Browser

1. Open Firefox and click on the menu button represented by three horizontal lines in the top-right corner.
2. From the drop-down menu, seleccionar Ayuda y luego haga clic en Información para solucionar problemas.
3. In the Troubleshooting Information page, haga clic en el Actualizar Firefox con el botón.
4. A confirmation dialog will appear. Clic Actualizar Firefox to proceed.
5. Once the refresh process is complete, clic en Terminar to close the dialog box.

Conclusión

By following the above steps, you should be able to successfully remove CoordinatorSkill from your Mac and restore your browser settings to normal. Remember to exercise caution when downloading and installing software, and consider using reputable antivirus software to protect your Mac from potential threats. If you encounter any difficulties during the removal process, don’t hesitate to seek assistance from reliable Mac malware removal forums or support communities. Stay vigilant and keep your Mac secure from unwanted programs like CoordinatorSkill.