MacOS Spigot: How to Remove It from my Mac

Are You Sure You Have macOS Spigot?

macOS Spigot is a form of adware that can infiltrate your device as a download bundle from certain reputable-looking software sites. Some signs of a macOS Spigot on your device include:

• You get unwanted ads or other forms of disruptive content from unfamiliar browser extensions
• You’re taken to other websites you didn’t intend to visit
• Your browsing behavior is tracked and targeted with content

Despite how frustrating this can be, remember that macOS Spigot is not a virus. Viruses can infect different devices—via shared storage devices or through computer networks—and macOS Spigot cannot do this.

How to remove Spigot from my Mac manually

There are certain telltale signs that your device has an unwanted macOS Spigot. You might suddenly be redirected to dodgy-looking websites you had no intention of visiting. Or you might be subjected to aggressive or misleading adverts. If you have been targeted, then you will likely experience a slow browsing experience.

If you have antivirus software, you can use it to check your device. If a scan comes back with macOS:Spigot-ay [pup] or macOS:Spigot-ay, then this will confirm that adware is installed on your Mac. Other similar afflictions include spyware on your mobile and hidden spy apps on your Android device.

It’s important to consider that Spigot isn’t the only type of malware that can infect macOS and iOS devices. If your Mac has been infiltrated by Spigot, your iPhone might be vulnerable to infection, too. A spy can only infect your iPhone if they jailbreak it or have access to your Apple ID. To make sure it isn’t jailbroken, use Clario Anti Spy’s Device system check.

Here’s how to use Clario Anti Spy’s Device system check:

1. Launch the Clario Anti Spy app on your iPhone and create an account.
2. Tap Scan in the Device system check section to initiate the scanning process for privacy threats.
3. Once the scan completes, follow the on-screen steps to tighten your phone’s security measures.

How to remove Spigot from your Mac

If you detect macOS Spigot, you’ll need to clean up your device and remove this adware. You will have to do this for each browser you use—and each will need a slightly different approach. You’ll need to delete every version of Spigot by going into each browser.

How to remove Spigot from Chrome

To remove Spigot malware from Mac in Google Chrome, follow these steps:

1. To remove Spigot Chrome, go to Google Chrome, and tap the three dots in the top right corner of the frame.
2. Choose Extensions > Manage Extensions.
3. Search for each extension, including Searchme, Slick Savings, Amazon Shopping Assistant, and Ebay Shopping Assistant.
4. If you find any of these extensions, remove them.

How to remove Spigot from Safari

Spigot removal from Mac on Safari follows a process similar to other browsers:

1. Launch your Safari browser.
2. Then click on the Safari menu bar and open Safari Extensions.
3. Search for different Spigot browser extensions including Searchme, Slick Savings, Amazon Shopping Assistant, or Ebay Shopping Assistant.
4. If any are found, then click Uninstall.

How to remove Spigot from Firefox

To remove Spigot malware from Mac in Firefox, follow these steps:

1. Open Firefox.
2. Click the three dots in the top right corner of the browser.
3. Press Add-ons.
4. Select Extensions.
5. Search for different Spigot browser extensions including Searchme, Slick Savings, Amazon Shopping Assistant, or Ebay Shopping Assistant.
6. Once found, click the three dots to the right of each extension. Then select Remove.
7. Repeat this action to remove each extension. Once all have been removed, quit and restart Firefox.

How to get rid of Spigot on your Mac automatically

You can reduce the chances of inadvertently welcoming macOS Spigot onto your device by being constantly vigilant when it comes to downloading software online. Always check the website you’re on and if it doesn’t seem legit, then leave.

And remember—spyware is everywhere, not just on your Mac! Download Clario Anti Spy to safeguard your iOS devices against spying software.