Malwarebytes Browser Guard

The fastest and safest web browsing experience. Secure your privacy by blocking trackers, blocking ads, and blocking malicious content.

Malwarebytes Browser Guard: Safe & Fast Web Browsing

Malwarebytes Browser Guard is a unique Firefox add-on that offers a safer and faster web browsing experience. By blocking trackers, advertisements, and undesirable content, this extension significantly increases browsing speed & protects your privacy. It’s the first of its kind to effectively identify and nullify tech support scams. Moreover, it fortifies your browser against malware and other harmful content. Enjoy a secure, clean, and efficient online experience with Malwarebytes Browser Guard.
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Add-on stats

Users: 489,805
-6,570
Rating: 4.28
(783)
4 new ratings
Version: 2.6.27 (Last updated: 2024-06-18)
Creation date: 2018-01-12
Weekly download count: 3,676
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • alarms
  • downloads
  • storage
  • tabs
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • unlimitedStorage
  • nativeMessaging
  • <all_urls>
  • contextMenus
Size: 26.39M

Ranking

# 40
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Other platforms

Malwarebytes Browser Guard (v3.0.10)
3.86 (1,200) 8,000,000
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Malwarebytes Browser Guard (v3.0.10)
4.00 (74) 2,185,716
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Add-on summary

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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.

Download Malwarebytes Browser Guard for an awesome online experience now.

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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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Effectively blocks malicious sites, trackers, and scams.
  • Easy to install and use.
  • Recognizes current crypto scams and phishing sites.
Cons
  • Causes browser slowdowns, especially with multiple tabs or image-heavy sites.
  • Overzealous blocking that can hinder functionality of websites (e.g., purchase buttons, Tumblr posts).
  • Lack of updates for the Firefox version compared to other browsers.
Most mentioned
  • Performance issues when multiple tabs are open.
  • Blocking of important website features leading to user frustration.
  • Need for updates to the Firefox version.
User reviews
by photogman2000, 2024-12-21
by Firefox user 18247547, 2024-12-17
by sevendust, 2024-12-17
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Add-on safety

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.

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