WebSecurity

This extension is installed via the Administrator of the computer so that web browsing follows the policies in place for the ATI.

WebSecurity: Admin-Controlled Chrome Extension for Secure Browsing

WebSecurity is a powerful, Administrator-installed Chrome extension that works with the Awareness Technologies suite of user productivity monitoring. It ensures secure web browsing by monitoring and blocking access to certain web content as per defined policies. The extension enhances control and visibility over web usage, best exemplified by its feature that displays a screenshot when a user reaches a blocked website.

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Extension stats

By: ATIdeveloper

Users: 1,000+

Rating: 2.68

(62)

Version: 2.11 (Last updated: 2022-10-13)

Creation date: 2020-05-07

Permissions:

tabs
webNavigation
webRequest
nativeMessaging
<all_urls>

Size: 9.23K

Email: *****@awarenesstech.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 22,303 ▼ 41

Other rankings

#4290 in Accessibility ▲ 193

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Helps monitor and restrict access to inappropriate sites for children.
Effective at preventing malware and securing browsing experience.
Provides peace of mind by keeping computers safe from threats.
Regular updates and improvements have resolved glitches.

Cons

Installed without user consent, perceived as spyware or malware.
Difficult to uninstall or remove once installed.
Complaints of performance issues, such as lagging screens.
Reported as an adware scam by some users.

Most mentioned

Installed without my say-so.
Difficult to remove.
Seems to monitor user activity.
Effective for child monitoring and safety.

User reviews

Installed without my say-so. Spyware. Opened gaping holes in my computer's security. Impossible to remove.

Jeremy Dinsmore, 2018-07-29

Malware

Rhiju S, 2018-05-20

horrible, ruined my life, hackers can look at what i look at, and i cannot uninstall it

Tiger Xing, 2018-05-04

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Extension safety

Risk impact

WebSecurity 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

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of WebSecurity. Use it at your own risk.

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