Malwarebytes Browser Guard

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Malwarebytes Browser Guard is a browser extension that blocks malicious websites, credit card skimmers, and trackers while filtering out annoying ads and other unwanted content. It also identifies and blocks new fake tech support scams, and provides protection against browser lockers, browser hijackers, and other online scams. With Malwarebytes Browser Guard, you can browse up to four times faster and enjoy a cleaner, safer online experience.
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Extension stats

Users: 8,000,000+
Version: 3.0.10 (Last updated: 2024-10-23)
Creation date: 2020-07-01
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • alarms
  • downloads
  • storage
  • tabs
  • declarativeNetRequest
  • declarativeNetRequestFeedback
  • unlimitedStorage
  • webRequest
  • contextMenus
  • nativeMessaging
  • See more
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 33.77M

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Malwarebytes Browser Guard (v3.0.10)
4.00 (74) 2,185,716+
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Extension summary

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Malwarebytes Browser Guard blocks malicious websites, credit card skimmers and trackers while filtering out annoying ads and other unwanted content. In fact, you can browse up to four times faster.

It is the world’s first browser extension that can identify and block new fake tech support scams. And Malwarebytes Browser Guard crushes pop-ups, browser hijackers, and browser lockers with ease. We take on the bad guys, so you don’t have to.

Download Malwarebytes Browser Guard for an awesome online experience now.

What it does for you:

Blocks ads & loads pages faster Speeds up how fast web pages display by blocking ads and other unwanted content, providing a cleaner experience and increased bandwidth.

Puts the hurt on tech support scammers Identifies and stops browser lockers, browser hijackers, and other scare tactics tech support scammers use to con you out of money.

Protects your privacy

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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Effectively blocks ads, trackers, and potential scams
  • Easy to install and customize
  • Provides good protection against malicious websites
  • Enhances browsing speed by blocking unwanted content
  • Users feel safe and have trust in Malwarebytes products
Cons
  • Scrolling lag when enabled
  • Issues with rule limits leading to pop-ups and restrictions
  • Problems with downloading certain files like PDFs
  • Incompatibility with some sites like YouTube due to adblocking
Most mentioned
  • Blocks ads and malicious content
  • Experiences with rule limit pop-ups
  • Scrolling issues when the extension is enabled
  • Positive experiences and trust in Malwarebytes
  • Easy installation and user-friendly interface
User reviews
Es una extensión que se merece una mejor reseña porque bloquea más anuncios y tracking (seguimiento de navegación) y bloquea mucho más que la extensión de avira.

Protects my browsing from unexpected threats without much interruption to my own browsing. Blocks suspicious sites I may accidentally come across.
by Jami J, 2024-12-18

LAGS Scrolling Pages! If enable/disable this, scroll lag starts and stops! Fix Your Extension!
by Daniel Mitkov, 2024-12-13
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Malwarebytes Browser Guard requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Malwarebytes Browser Guard has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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