Dr.Protect: Secure Search

Keep your searches private by redirecting searches that may be tracked to Dr.Protect: Secure Search, a privacy-focused search engine

Dr.Protect: Secure Search is a Chrome extension designed to keep your searches private and secure. It redirects searches that might be tracked to a privacy-focused search engine, helping to safeguard your personal data.

Additionally, it sets Norton Safe Search as your default search provider, home, and new tab page to maximize protection. The extension warns users of dangerous sites, filters unsafe web results, provides safety ratings on all search results, and highlights trustworthy shopping sites. By using Dr.Protect: Secure Search, you can browse, search, and shop online with confidence and peace of mind.

Manifest V2 Overrides search engine
By:
https://drprotect.net
Users:
579 17
Rating:
4.93
(30)
Version:
2.0 Last updated: 2019-05-13
Creation date:
2019-05-12
Risk:
Moderate risk impact Moderate risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • tabs
Size:
55.66K
Email:
dr*****@gmail.com
URLs:
Website
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Chrome Web Store
Updated:
21 hours ago

User reviews

Users praise Dr.Protect: Secure Search for its ability to safeguard against phishing and malicious sites, providing a safer browsing experience. Many highlight its ease of use, reliability, and effectiveness. While overwhelmingly positive, some users note the need for updates to enhance the extension further. Overall, it is highly recommended for those seeking secure and worry-free internet searching.
Pros
  • Provides effective protection against phishing and malicious websites
  • Enhances safety and security during web browsing
  • Easy to use and manage
  • Reliable and functional, delivering on its promises
  • Highly recommended by users for secure search
Cons
  • Needs some updates to improve functionality
Recent reviews
Dr. Search needs some updates
by Keith White, 2022-07-15

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by Phornrawee Srinintha, 2020-10-04

Good
by Alex Fox, 2020-04-15
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Dr.Protect: Secure Search requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

Dr.Protect: Secure Search is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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