# LinkGuard

> LinkGuard is a mobile security app that stands between you and dangerous links

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mh.url\_checker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mh.url_checker)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.mh.url_checker`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Mahmoud Hosni
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 2
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-02
- **First published:** 2026-07-02
- **Publisher country:** EG
- **Size:** 18 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mh.url_checker)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://github.com/MahmoudHosni/privacy\_policy/blob/main/LinkGuard\_privacy.html](https://github.com/MahmoudHosni/privacy_policy/blob/main/LinkGuard_privacy.html)

## Description

Most people can&#39;t tell the difference between a legitimate link and a fake one. Attackers are sophisticated — they clone real websites pixel-perfect, register domains that look almost identical to trusted brands, and use URL shorteners to hide where a link actually goes. Standard antivirus apps protect your files, but they don&#39;t protect you at the moment you tap a link.<br><br>How LinkGuard Works<br>When set as your default link handler, LinkGuard automatically intercepts every link you tap — from WhatsApp, Gmail, SMS, Instagram, anywhere. Within milliseconds it runs a multi-layer scan:<br><br>Instant heuristic analysis — checks HTTPS encryption, suspicious domain patterns, brand impersonation, URL shorteners, phishing keywords, and known high-risk domain extensions. Result appears in under 10ms with zero network calls.<br>Deep engine scan — if a VirusTotal API key is configured, the link is simultaneously submitted to 80+ antivirus and security engines running in the background. The result upgrades automatically when the scan completes, without blocking you.<br>Smart verdict — links are classified as Safe, Suspicious, or Dangerous, with a plain-language explanation of exactly what was found.<br><br>If the link is safe, you can open it with one tap. If it&#39;s suspicious or dangerous, LinkGuard shows you the warning and gives you the choice — with the risky option intentionally de-emphasised so you always pause before proceeding.<br><br>Key Features<br><br>🛡️ Automatic interception of all tapped links system-wide<br>⚡ Sub-10ms heuristic scan with no internet required<br>🔍 Optional 80+ engine deep scan via VirusTotal free API<br>🟢🟡🔴 Clear Safe / Suspicious / Dangerous verdict<br>📜 Scan history of your last 50 checked links

## Rankings

- #3,060,044 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_CLIPBOARD`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.mh.url_checker.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mh.url_checker)