Remove SkilledInitiator

SkilledInitiator is a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) compatible with Mac systems. It is often installed without the user's approval, and it works in the background silently to manipulate Web browser. While all of this sounds very suspicious, we can at least say that SkilledInitiator is not malicious. It is not malware. However, you should not ignore the things it does without your knowledge. While SkilledInitiator is active, your browser might show additional advertisements, or it may randomly redirect you to 3rd-party websites that you have never heard of.

Needless to say, an unknown piece of software controlling your Web browser is not something that you want to happen. This is why the best thing to do is to ensure that SkilledInitiator is fully removed. However, this might not be that easy. Trying to remove SkilledInitiator like you uninstall other Mac applications may not work – the app tries to achieve persistence by setting up a new Launch Agent, as well as by concealing some of its components.

So, how do you deal with SkilledInitiator? Since it is a Potentially Unwanted Program, you can get help from your favorite antivirus application. Modern Mac security software is excellent when it comes to removing PUPs, adware, browser hijackers, or other apps classified as low-level threats. After you have taken care of SkilledInitiator, it is important to improve your Web browsing habits in order to avoid interacting with such intruders in the future. We suggest avoiding suspicious sites and download pages, as well as being careful when installing free apps – they are the ones that are most likely to bundle 3rd-party apps like SkilledInitiator.