Scans common paths where adware might installs and removes it completely. Besides the actual adware protection, it keeps your Mac clean by wiping junk files as well. Features fast-scanning speed and doesn't have a big impact on Mac's performance and functionality.
The 2.2.7 version of AdwareMedic for Mac was provided as a free download on our website. Adwaremedic.dmg is the default file name to indicate the AdwareMedic installer. This free Mac app was originally developed by Thomas Reed. This free application was developed to work on Mac OS X 10.7 or later. AdwareMedic for Mac is included in Security Tools. The most popular versions among AdwareMedic for Mac users are 2.2, 2.1 and 1.2.
From the developer:
AdwareMedic removes all known adware from your Mac. It is very simple to use, and should clean up your system in less than a minute, from start to finish.
If AdwareMedic doesn’t solve your problem, it includes the ability to take a system snapshot that can help find possible sources for the problem. This both helps you get rid of the adware and helps others by improving the app.
You may want to check out more software for Mac, such as Adware Medic, which might be related to AdwareMedic.