Malwarebytes is one of the best anti-malware software that helps protect your Mac from different types of malware, including viruses, adware, and spyware. However, if you want to uninstall or delete Malwarebytes from your Mac, it's not as simple as dragging the application to the trash bin. In this article, we will show you how to completely remove Malwarebytes from your Mac.
Why Do You Need to Uninstall Malwarebytes from Your Mac?
There can be various reasons why you may want to uninstall Malwarebytes from your Mac. One of the primary reasons is when you want to switch to another anti-malware software. Another reason could be that the Malwarebytes application is causing some issues or conflicts with other software on your Mac.
How to Uninstall Malwarebytes from Your Mac?
Uninstalling Malwarebytes from your Mac is a bit different than uninstalling other applications. Here are the steps to do it:
- Open the Malwarebytes application on your Mac.
- Click on the "Help" menu at the top of the screen.
- Select "Uninstall Malwarebytes" from the drop-down menu.
- A pop-up window will appear asking you to confirm the uninstallation. Click "Yes" to proceed.
- Enter your Mac's administrator password when prompted.
- Wait for the uninstallation process to complete.
How to Remove Malwarebytes Leftovers from Your Mac?
Even after uninstalling Malwarebytes from your Mac, some leftover files and folders might still remain on your system. To completely remove Malwarebytes leftovers from your Mac, follow these steps:
- Open Finder and go to the "Go" menu at the top of the screen.
- Select "Go to Folder" from the drop-down menu.
- Type "/Library" in the search box and press Enter.
- Find and delete the following files and folders:
- com.malwarebytes.Helper.plist
- com.malwarebytes.HelperTool
- com.malwarebytes.mbam.settings.plist
- com.malwarebytes.mbam.tray.plist
- com.malwarebytes.mbam.frontend.plist
- com.malwarebytes.mbam.launchd
- com.malwarebytes.mbam.rtprotection.daemon.plist
- com.malwarebytes.uninstaller.plist
- Malwarebytes Anti-Malware.app
- Empty your trash bin.
Conclusion
Uninstalling Malwarebytes from your Mac is not difficult, but removing its leftovers can be a bit tricky. By following the steps mentioned above, you can completely remove Malwarebytes from your Mac and ensure that no leftover files or folders are left behind. However, before you uninstall Malwarebytes, make sure that you have another reliable anti-malware software installed on your Mac.
