Web Filter for Chrome

Web Filter for Chrome

Web Filter for Chrome extension enables safe web filtering and Google safe search in Chrome.

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What is Web Filter for Chrome?

Web Filter for Chrome is a free Chrome extension that ensures your browsing is safe and secure. It automatically blocks pornography, adult and inappropriate content, and enforces Google safe search. This extension is perfect for anyone looking to manage their safe browsing experience, but it's important to note that it cannot be password-protected to prevent removal.

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Stats
Stats date:
Rating: 4.02 (46)
Version: 1.11 (Last updated: 2023-01-14)
Creation date: 2020-04-18
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • webNavigation
  • *://*/
Size: 46.61K
Email: Click to see
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
Merlin
Summary

Our web filter for Chrome uses the same technology in the leading safe browser, SPIN Safe Browser.

This free Chrome extension web filter instantly blocks pornography, adult and inappropriate content. Your Google search results and image searches are also filtered from bad content with Google's strict safe search being enforced automatically.

Our Web Filter for Chrome extension is designed for those looking for self-manage their safe browsing experience on Google Chrome.

Important: You cannot password protect the extension to prevent removal. Organizations that manage the Chrome browser such as schools or businesses, can enable policies that prevent removal of Chrome extensions.


Categories Blocked Automatically with Web Filter for Chrome

  • Pornography
  • Nudity
  • Prone to Bad Content
  • Unsafe Search Engines
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User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Highly effective at blocking unwanted content
  • Works well in concert with other company services
  • Comes highly recommended by users for blocking porn sites
Cons
  • May block some necessary or wanted content
  • Issues with some sites being redirected to blank Google ads pages
  • Possible compatibility issues with Youtube
Most mentioned
  • Effective blocking
  • Redirecting issue
  • SPIN/Boomerang
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Safety
Risk impact

Web Filter for Chrome is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Web Filter for Chrome if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Web Filter for Chrome has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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