Guardio Protection for Chrome

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Guardio Protection for Chrome - Online Safety Boost

"Guardio Protection for Chrome" is a vital browser extension that safeguards your digital activities by blocking dangerous websites and downloads. It provides identity monitoring, phishing protection, and alerts for data leaks. Available in Basic and Premium plans, it offers features like fake site blocks and malicious pop-up filters. With ongoing protection that runs in the background and human support available 24/7, you can browse the web safely and confidently. Experience a cleaner, safer online environment.

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Extension stats

By: https://guard.io

Users: 700,000+

Rating: 4.47

(1,133)

1 new ratings

Version: 24.12.5.2094 (Last updated: 2024-12-09)

Creation date: 2020-03-15

Risk impact: High risk impact

Risk likelihood:

Very low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 3

Permissions:

webRequest
webRequestBlocking
declarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess
cookies
management
notifications
tabs
storage
idle
contextMenus

Host permissions:

<all_urls>

Size: 575.49K

Email: he*****@guard.io

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Ranking

# 659 ▲ 17

Other rankings

#19 in Privacy & Security ▼ 1

#13 in protect keyword 62 ▼ 1

#53 in data privacy keyword 43 ▼ 3

#78 in plan keyword 68 ▼ 1

#108 in device keyword 84 ▼ 1

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Other platforms

Guardio - Mobile Security (v2024.40.3)

4.37

(2,547) 334,176+

Not available on Firefox

Guardio Protection for Edge (v24.12.5.2094)

4.20

(130) 407,859+

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Extension summary

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Take control over your digital safety. Guardio helps safeguard your digital activities and personal data by blocking harmful sites and downloads, identifying suspicious emails, and securing your accounts against scams, phishing, financial fraud, and identity theft. The browser extension is complemented by a mobile app, offering protection across devices. Both solutions operate continuously and update automatically. Users can access 24/7 human support. Notifications are sent only when action is required for your security.

How does it work? • Install the browser extension and consider downloading the mobile app for comprehensive protection. • Run a security check-up to identify potential security issues. • Sign up to a Premium plan - it includes a 7-day free trial with full features. You can also get basic online protection by choosing to the Basic/free plan. • Ongoing protection: Security features run in the background to continuously monitor risks.

What’s included? For customers of the Basic plan: • Fake website alerts on your computer

For customers of the Premium plan: Security features:

User reviews

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

Provides peace of mind and a sense of safety while browsing.
Effectively warns users about malicious sites and threats.
Has saved users from downloading malware and scams.
Offers good customer support and quick responses to queries.

Cons

Some users report it not detecting certain threats (like browser hijackers).
The extension can be unresponsive or show errors (e.g., gray icon with exclamation point).
Perceived as not free, which limits accessibility for some users.
Users mention annoying pop-ups that promote upgrades.

Most mentioned

Protection from malware and scams.
User satisfaction and effectiveness in keeping devices clean.
Desire for a free version or more accessible pricing.

User reviews

I receive many messages to alert me of any malicious sites or emails.

Beverly Kerr, 2024-12-16

having a browser hijacker, but your tool did not notice. found nothing. useless

Joel Friedman, 2024-12-15

Thank you for giving me peace of mind! More power to your company. I highly recommend it.

edita amante, 2024-12-11

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Guardio Protection for Chrome requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.