ReasonLabs “Online security” extension Removal Guide

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ReasonLabs “Online security” extension can be deemed as PUP

According to reviews of many users of ReasonLabs “Online security” extension, it can be deemed as Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) that installs itself on computer and web browser without permission:

“This extension keeps getting added to my google chrome. How do I remove this adware?”

“This is an intrusive extension – I did not add this myself, Memu emulator installed it without asking”

“no idea how it’s added. It requests the access on all the sites. Wondering whether it’s adding a backdoor to steal the data.”

“Who are they and how the hell did this extension get on my computer-without permission?? That to me is a big No No.”

“THIS EXTENSION IS INSTALLED WITHOUT ANY PERMISSION !!!

Why not just be respectful of people privacy?
This extension has been installed without any kind of permission, fortunately chrome is smart enough to not enable extensions by default.
I saw other people complaining about the same issue in your reviews, I already reported this to chrome webstore!”

“hacked my computer. installed itself without my permission…”

You may wonder how it was installed without any permission. In fact, as a PUP \ Adware,  “Online security” extension by ReasonLabs is usually added silently via “Installer” of third party software. In the process of installation of third party software, if you do not read the “End User License Agreement” carefully and de-select the unwanted bundle programs to install, then these unwanted programs will be installed without your knowledge.

“Online security” extension by ReasonLabs is not malicious, but if you want to remove it but have no idea how to do, please read the removal guide below:


ReasonLabs “Online security” extension Instant Automatic Removal (Win OS + Mac OS)

Un-installing program \ Apps  and removing stubborn unwanted extensions from web browsers can help us remove some adware, redirect virus and malware, but at present most of computer threats like ReasonLabs “Online security” extension are developed with advanced technology and cannot be easily removed with regular methods.

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ReasonLabs “Online security” extension Manual Removal (Win OS + Mac OS)

Step 1. Uninstall ReasonLabs “Online security” extension related malicious programs using Control Panel

1. Press Win + R keys at the same time to launch Run box >> Then input: “Control Panel” and click OK

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2. In Control Panel, click on Uninstall a program

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3. In the Programs and Features window, right click on apps that may be related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension, then click Uninstall/Change. Then select Uninstall option.


Step 2. Remove ReasonLabs “Online security” extension related malicious extension from Microsoft Edge/ Chrome/Firefox

–  On Microsoft Edge

  • Click More (…) on the address bar and select Extensions
  • Select extensions that may be related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension and click Uninstall button

–  On Chrome

  • Click the Extensions button on the Chrome browser toolbar.
  • Click Manage Extensions.
  • Click the trash can icon to delete extensions that may be related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension.
  • A confirmation dialog appears, click Remove.

On Firefox

  • Click the Extensions button on the Firefox browser toolbar.
  • Click Manage Extensions.
  • Click (…)  button of the malicious extension and select Remove button


Step 3. Find and remove nasty registry files related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension:

1. Open Registry Editor first:

  • Press Win [Windows key] + R on your keyboard.
  • Type regedit in the Run box and hit OK

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2. Find out and remove all harmful registry files that may be related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension:

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(Do Not Delete Any Registry File If You’re Not Familiar with It)

Wrong operation in Registry Editor might harm your computer.If you are not able to locate and identify the nasty registry files, we recommend using SpyHunter Anti-malware and see if it will find out unsafe registry files of infection for you. This may save you hours and avoid risks.

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Step 4. Reset Microsoft Edge, Chrome, Firefox and IE to remove ReasonLabs “Online security” extension

Reset Microsoft Edge

1. Select More (…) on the address bar, then click Settings

2. Select “Privacy, search and services” at the left side menu

3. Click “Choose what to clear”

4. Select all the options and then click Clear now button

Reset Chrome

1. Open Chrome, then click “Customize and control Google Chrome” button >> click Settings

2. Type “reset” into the search box;

3. Scroll down to the bottom, then click on Reset settings;

4. A message box will pop up to inform that your browser settings will be restored to their original defaults, click Reset settings button when it appears.

Reset Firefox

1. Open Firefox, then click on Firefox button, then Click on Help button, then Click on More Troubleshooting Information

2. At the Troubleshooting Information page, click on Refresh Firefox

3. A message box will pop up to let you confirm that you want to reset Firefox to its initial state, click Refresh Firefox button when it appears.


Note: If problems remain after you completing manual removal steps, please scan your PC with Spyhunter to solve all issues:

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STEP 1 Delete malicious apps from Mac

– Select Finder on dock:

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Select Applications >> Right-lick on unwanted or suspicious apps that may be related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension >> Click Move to Trash

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Go to Dock  >> Right-click on Trash icon and click Empty Trash.

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STEP 2 Uninstall Unwanted or Suspicious Extension that May Be Related with Adware:

On Safari:

Launch Safari and Click Preferences

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Select Extensions tab >> Find unwanted or suspicious extension that may be related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension >> Click Uninstall

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On Chrome:

Launch Chrome  >> Select More Tools  >> Click Extensions:

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Find unwanted or suspicious extension that may be related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension >> Click Trash icon to uninstall it.

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On Firefox:

Launch Firefox >> Click Add-ons:

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Select Extensions tab >>  Find unwanted or suspicious extension that may be related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension >> Click Remove

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STEP 3 Remove malicious files and folders related with adware or malware.

Click the Finder icon from the menu bar. Choose Go, and click Go to Folder…

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1. In the Go to Folder… bar, type: /Library/LaunchAgents/

2. Check the “LaunchAgents” folder to find and delete malicious files related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension:

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3.In the Go to Folder... bar, type: ~/Library/Application Support/

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4. Check the “Application Support” folder to find and delete malicious files related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension:

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5. In the Go to Folder… bar, type: ~/Library/LaunchAgents/

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6. Check the “LaunchAgents” folder to find and delete malicious files related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension:

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7. In the “Go to Folder…” bar, type: /Library/LaunchDaemons/

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8. Check the “LaunchDaemons” folder to find and delete malicious files related with ReasonLabs “Online security” extension:

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Looking for malicious files and folders related with malware is a lengthy and complicated process. If you want to do it easily and avoid risks, our security researchers recommend using  SpyHunter For Mac to detect and remove all malicious items on your machine:

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