Uninstall GlobalProtect on Mac [Complete Removal Guide]

GlobalProtect is a virtual private network (VPN) tool developed by Palo Alto Networks. It is designed to assist organizations in protecting their network resources and user devices from the impact of network threats.

If you have installed GlobalProtect on your Mac but no longer need its services, refer to this guide to learn how to completely remove it from your Mac.

Let's dive in.

Method 1. Uninstall GlobalProtect on Mac Using Its Installer

The simplest way to uninstall GlobalProtect from your Mac is by using the GlobalProtect Installer.

If the installer is available on your Mac, follow these steps:

1. Open the GlobalProtect.pkg file and click Continue > Continue.
2. Select Uninstall GlobalProtect and click Continue.
3. Click Install, enter your administrator password when prompted, and click Install Software.
4. Once the installation is successful, GlobalProtect will be completely removed from your Mac.

Method 2. Uninstall GlobalProtect on Mac Using Terminal

If you cannot locate the GlobalProtect Installer, don't worry. You can use Terminal instead.

Here's how:

1. Open Terminal.

2. Copy and paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:

   sudo /Applications/GlobalProtect.app/Contents/Resources/uninstall_gp.sh

3. Enter your password when prompted.

4. Wait for the process to finish.

Method 3. Uninstall GlobalProtect with One Click Using BuhoCleaner

If the previous methods do not work for you, then you can use BuhoCleaner. This Mac cleaning tool is designed to help you remove unwanted files and apps from your Mac with just a few clicks. It covers everything from system caches and logs to installed apps and old downloads.

Here's how to completely remove GlobalProtect from your Mac using BuhoCleaner.

1. Download, install, and launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click on App Uninstall to see a list of all installed apps on your Mac.
3. Locate GlobalProtect, check it, and click the Remove button.

Method 4. Manually Uninstall GlobalProtect on Mac Using Finder

The last approach is to use Finder, which enables you to uninstall all unwanted apps manually.

Please note that this method is time-consuming, as you'll need to locate and delete GlobalProtect's support files, which might be in various folders.

If you still want to proceed, follow these steps:

1. Quit GlobalProtect. (To ensure all related GlobalProtect processes are closed, you can use Activity Monitor.)
2. Open Finder > Applications and drag the GlobalProtect app to the Trash.

   

3. Press Shift + Command + G to open the Go to Folder window.
4. Enter ~/Library and press Return.

   

5. Check for GlobalProtect support files in the following subfolders. If found, move them to the Trash.
   • Application Support
   • Preferences
   • Caches
   • Logs
   • Launch Agents
6. Once all folders are checked, empty the Trash.

Conclusion

Now that you have four different methods to delete GlobalProtect from your Mac, it's time for you to choose a method you prefer and give it a try.

By the way, the BuhoCleaner we mentioned offers more than just cleaning. It can also assist you in analyzing your disk space and monitoring your system's real-time status in the menu bar. If you haven't tried it yet, it's worth checking out.