OPSWAT File Security for Chrome - Anti-Malware Scanning
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Scan every download from your Chrome browser with over 30 anti-malware engines and industry-leading vulnerability scanning technology. OPSWAT File Security for Chrome is an easy-to-use tool that examines every download via MetaDefender Cloud. Leverage the file hash database, fast multi-scanning, patented vulnerability scanning and effective data sanitization (CDR) to detect and block threats in files and applications before you download them.
You can also try out MetaDefender Cloud by visiting https://metadefender.opswat.com
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- Provides security scanning for downloads using OPSWAT Cloud with multiple malware engines.
- Effective URL reputation checking through OPSWAT Threat intelligence.
- User-friendly interface similar to VirusTotal.
- Offers warnings for spam domains and includes StopForumSpam information.
- Free to use and provides a high level of security for downloads.
- Requires an API key for certain features, which can confuse users.
- Compatibility issues with other extensions may occur.
- Users experienced errors after installing, including 400 errors.
- Some reviews claim the extension performs malicious activities.
- Multiple tabs may open during scans, which can be inconvenient.
- Confusion about the functionality and API key requirements.
- Incompatibility with other extensions, specifically EZ-Link.
- Errors during operation, including the API key not found error.
- Users praising the malware scanning capabilities.
- Concerns about permissions and background activities.
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Risk impact
OPSWAT File Security for Browser requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
OPSWAT File Security for Browser has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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