Web Threat Shield - Chromebook

Keeps you safe when browsing the web by identifying and blocking dangerous websites.
What is Web Threat Shield - Chromebook?
Web Threat Shield - Chromebook is a Chrome extension designed to enhance your online security. It blocks access to dangerous websites that could potentially harm your Chromebook or compromise your personal information, keeping your browsing experience safe and secure. Its integrated system warns about potential threats in real time, ensuring that your credentials, such as passwords and credit card details, remain protected. Although this specific version for Chromebook isn't updated, users are advised to switch to the main Web Threat Shield extension for ongoing updates and the latest security features.

Extension stats

By: Webroot
Users: 6,000+
Rating: 5.00 (1)
Version: 1.12.21019.1 (Last updated: 2021-05-04)
Creation date: 2021-05-04
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • http://mid.webrootcloudav.com/
  • activeTab
  • tabs
  • storage
  • notifications
  • alarms
  • cookies
  • background
  • downloads
Size: 388.10K

Ranking

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Extension summary

Analyze keywords

The two extensions "Web Threat Shield for Chromebook" and "Web Threat Shield" have been consolidated into one extension. All new features and fixes will be added into the "Web Threat Shield" extension only. This "Web Threat Shield for Chromebook" extension is no longer maintained or updated. Please consider installing "Web Threat Shield" from [https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/web-threat-shield/kjeghcllfecehndceplomkocgfbklffd] and uninstalling "Web Threat Shield for Chromebook" in order to receive the latest updates.

The Internet can be a scary place. Wouldn’t it be great if you could tell which sites were dangerous before it was too late? Now you can with the Webroot® Web Threat Shield.

The Webroot Web Threat Shield offers top-of-the-line defense against cybercrime while browsing the internet. It warns about unsafe websites before you click, and automatically blocks bad ones trying to install viruses and malware on your computer. You’ll have peace-of-mind knowing personal information like passwords and credit card details are safe.

The Webroot Web Threat Shield also provides up-to-the-minute data about website reputations and real-time protection against phishing sites.

The Webroot Web Threat Shield is available as a feature of our award-winning internet security that protects PCs, Mac computers, and mobile devices. Copy and paste the link below into the address bar above to learn which type of security is right for you. [https://www.webroot.com/us/en/home/products/helpmechoose]

If you are already using a Webroot SecureAnywhere® Antivirus, Webroot SecureAnywhere® Internet Security Plus, or Webroot SecureAnywhere® Internet Security Complete, locate the keycode used to activate your subscription and click “GET” at the top of your screen. If you can’t find your keycode, copy and paste the link below in the address bar above and we’ll help you find it. [https://community.webroot.com/keycode-license-83/what-is-my-keycode-23098]

By installing the Webroot Web Threat Shield Extension, you agree to the Webroot SecureAnywhere Solution Agreement available at [https://www.webroot.com/us/en/legal/service-terms-and-conditions].

User reviews

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by Cihan Çulha, 2020-10-26
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Web Threat Shield - Chromebook 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 Threat Shield - Chromebook if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Web Threat Shield - Chromebook has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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