Protecto for Chrome™

Name: Protecto for Chrome™
Rating: 4.315789473684211 (19 reviews)
Author: https://goprotecto.com

Protecto helps you remove dangerous and malicious extensions that bog down your browser and leave you open to attacks.

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Protecto for Chrome™ is a free browser extension designed to detect and remove dangerous and malicious extensions that can slow down your browser and expose you to security risks. By scanning your browser, Protecto reveals hidden harmful extensions and helps enhance your browsing experience by keeping your browser safe and fast.

Prioritizing your privacy, Protecto requires minimal permissions solely to identify threats and does not collect or share personal information. Regular use, such as weekly scans, is recommended to maintain optimal browser security. For more info, users can access the transparent privacy policy or contact support directly.

Extension Privacy & Security Productivity

By:

https://goprotecto.com

Users:

200,000

Rating:

4.32

(19)

Version:

0.4.89.5 Last updated: 2025-05-01

Creation date:

2021-07-27

Risk:

Permissions:

tabs
cookies
management
webRequest
storage
notifications
idle
scripting
alarms

Host permissions:

<all_urls>

Size:

702.46K

Email:

co*****@goprotecto.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Chrome Web Store

Updated:

20 hours ago

Ranking

# 1,402 ▲ 45

User reviews

Users generally find Protecto for Chrome effective and enjoyable, particularly appreciating its problem-solving capabilities and suitability for children. However, multiple reviews raise privacy concerns, labeling it spyware that uploads user data, and a few mention it being linked to a deceptive trading platform.

Pros

Effectively fixes problems users were experiencing
Works well and is reliable
Users find it enjoyable and beneficial, especially for children

Cons

Reported to act as spyware by uploading browsing data without clear benefit
Associated with a false or phony trading platform

Recent reviews

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Ga*****, 2024-07-24

I GIVE THIS 5 STARS BECAUSE MYSON IS SO HAPPY HES READDY TO PLAY GEOMETRY DASH SO HAPPY FOR MY BOY

su*****, 2024-07-24

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

Protecto for Chrome™ is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

Risk likelihood analysis details

Medium This extension was updated in the past 3 months. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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