What is Malwarebytes Browser Guard?
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Malwarebytes Browser Guard gives you a safer and faster web browsing experience. It blocks trackers and malicious websites while filtering out annoying ads and other unwanted content like credit card skimmers. 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.
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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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- Effective at blocking malware and trackers
- Users feel safer with the extension
- Helps in making Firefox a primary browser
- Individual pages may load faster
- Causes issues with certain websites (e.g., Tumblr, YouTube)
- Can interfere with reCAPTCHA authentication
- Browser performance may deteriorate when multiple pages are open
- Issues with compatibility on specific sites (like Tumblr)
- Need for exception options to allow certain domains (like YouTube)
- Overall effectiveness in blocking malware
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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 fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.