Wasted

Wasted is a powerful Chrome extension designed for emergency device security. Using the Device Administration API, it can instantly lock your device and optionally perform a factory reset to wipe all data. Activation methods include PanicKit, tiles, shortcuts, or sending a message with a secret code.

Key features include triggers for various scenarios such as prolonged inactivity, USB data connections while locked, launching of fake messenger apps, and duress password entries (with companion app support). Wasted also supports operation within Work Profiles, allowing you to manage risky apps securely without wiping the entire device.

This extension employs essential permissions like DEVICE_ADMIN for locking/wiping, FOREGROUND_SERVICE to monitor events, and RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED to maintain functionality after reboot. Being free, open-source software licensed under GPL-3, it ensures transparency and trust. For enhanced data protection, using device encryption alongside Wasted is recommended.