Prey

Prey for Chrome OS

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Prey - Comprehensive Security Tool for Chromebooks

Prey is an industry-leading device tracking and security solution for Chromebook laptops. It offers features to locate devices on demand, manage geofences, trigger alerts and lock down browsers, keeping your devices and data guarded. Ideal for personal use or deploying on multiple devices via the Google Admin Console.

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By: https://preyproject.com

Users: -

Rating: 2.25

(4)

Version: 4.5.4 (Last updated: 2024-10-14)

Creation date: 2020-06-03

Permissions:

alarms
background
nativeMessaging
notifications
storage
tabs
enterprise.deviceAttributes
geolocation

Host permissions:

https://panel.preyproject.com/*
https://solid.preyproject.com/*

Size: 1.71M

Email: co*****@preyproject.com

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 171,713 ▼ 2,253

Other rankings

#10635 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 139 #52 in laptop keyword 2 ▼ 1 #67 in device keyword 5 ▲ 4

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

As an Admin for my bwork, it works well as far as I can tell. It registers fine in my panel and will track location. Prey has been great for as long as we have used it and I am glad to see that there is an option for Chromebooks even if it is a little less powerful.

Bryan Wheeler, 2023-05-26

I agree with Regina Woodard's review. The Prey for Chromebook requires an Enterprise/Nonprofit/Education plan upgrade to use, which defeats the purpose. And before you ask, it is NOT included as part of the 3 devices included in the free plan, which makes no sense. If a PC and an Android phone count as part of the free plan, a Chromebook should too.

Wingshing Yip, 2021-12-28

I've been using Prey for years and thankfully, I've never had to use it. However, after recently doing a powerwash on my Chromebook, I discovered that 1. I can no longer use the Android app and 2. I can only use the Chrome extension if I pay. Defeats the purpose of protecting my device if I have to pay for the same service I get on the free plan. If the home plan covered more than 3 devices (like say 5, $1 for each), then it would be a no brainer. But now, I'm going to have to let my Chromebook be at risk cause you all wanted more money.

Regina Woodard, 2021-10-23

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Prey requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Prey. Use it at your own risk.

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