If you use Chrome, you probably install every extension you come across. But how do you know if those extensions aren't putting your security and that of other users at risk? Now you can check with Extension Police, an extension to audit extensions in Chrome.
Google Chrome extensions are always welcome when they help users with various tasks. Of course, not all extensions fulfill their purpose, and some turn out to be malicious software that could harm your computer or put your security and privacy at risk. In many cases, malicious extensions secretly mine cryptocurrencies or steal personal data. So how can you ensure that the extension you just installed is safe for your device? With Extension Police, an extension to audit extensions in Chrome.
How does Extension Police work?
Once you download and install the extension, the Extension Police icon will be added to your toolbar. Clicking the icon opens a menu with all your installed extensions. Each extension is marked with a specific color: green, yellow, and red. Green means the extension is safe, but if it's yellow or red, you should be cautious. How does it work? Basically, Extension Police analyzes the permissions each extension has on your system. This is an important detail because many people ignore the fine print when they grant access to an extension when installing it.
So without realizing it, a malicious extension could be leaking all your information and even putting other users at risk. What can you do if you find a malicious extension on your system? The first thing would be to deactivate it. But that's not all, because Extension Police lets you rate and report it, to prevent other users from experiencing the same thing. Extension Police is a Chrome extension available for free on the official Chrome Web Store.
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