AVG Online Security

AVG Browser Security and web reputation plugin.

AVG Online Security - Web Reputation Plugin

AVG Online Security is a web reputation plugin that provides AVG-powered security for your Google Chrome browser. It identifies and blocks phishing sites, shows user reviews, warns of untrustworthy sites, and protects your data while browsing online.
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Extension stats

Users: 600,000+
Rating: 4.68
(618)
Version: 21.1.6 (Last updated: 2024-09-02)
Creation date: 2020-06-04
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • activeTab
  • scripting
  • storage
  • alarms
  • declarativeNetRequest
  • declarativeNetRequestFeedback
Host permissions:
  • https://*/*
  • http://*/*
Size: 2.89M

Other platforms

AVG Secure Browser (v8.0.0)
4.44 (14,815) 1,115,095+
AVG Online Security (v20.5.12)
4.50 (706) 2,322+
AVG Online Security (v20.3.14)
4.60 (348) 186,687+
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Extension summary

AVG Browser Security - web reputation plugin AVG-powered security for your Google Chrome browser.

Browse without worry or fear with AVG in your corner. We’ll check every site you visit, from Facebook to your bank, to ensure nothing puts you or your data at risk. We stop phishing attacks, show user reviews, and warn you if a site is deemed untrustworthy by our community of 400 million.

• Identifies and blocks phishing sites trying to steal your data • See how website has been rated by a growing community of 400 million users • Easily check the rating of any website just by hovering over the link • Warns you when you’re visiting websites with bad reputations • If you have AVG Secure Browser installed, we’ll open it automatically when you shop or bank online to help protect your data • Blocks annoying tracking cookies that collect data on your browsing activities

By installing this extension to your browser, you confirm you read and agree to AVG's Privacy Policy (https://www.avg.com/privacy) and End User License Agreement (https://www.avg.com/eula) which govern your download and use of the selected product.

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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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Users feel protected and secure when using the extension.
  • Effective at fixing PC issues automatically.
  • Long-term users express satisfaction with the service.
  • Helpful in providing advice on threats and scams.
Cons
  • Extension blocks access to legitimate sites.
  • Difficulty in whitelisting trusted sites.
  • Interferes with playing Facebook games.
Most mentioned
  • Effective protection and security features.
  • User satisfaction and positive long-term experience.
  • Issues with access to certain legitimate sites.
User reviews
eerst jarenlang gratis versie gehad, nu alweer jaren de betaalde, erg tevreden over
by Monique Van Herp, 2024-12-01

How do you get ride of the rotten thing, it pops up every time I search for anything
by MK KM Pick, 2024-07-25

Há muitos anos que uso e continuo muito satisfeito.
by Ginho Ataíde, 2024-07-19
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Extension safety

Risk impact

AVG Online Security requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

AVG Online Security has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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