Description
Browser Watchdog offers an easy scan and cleanup of your browser exntensions.
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Ranking Summary
Overall Rank
Extension Rank
"Browser" Keyword
"Browsing" Keyword
"Scan" Keyword
"Chrome Browser" Keyword
"Chrome" Keyword
Featured Rank
Review Summary
Browser WatchDog for Chrome is generally well-liked for its virus removal capabilities, ease of use, and free, effective scanning features. Users appreciate its helpfulness and recommend it. However, some have concerns about it changing the default search engine to Yahoo and suspicious uninstall prompts discouraging removal, which leads to trust issues. It may not solve all issues especially on Chrome OS, but overall, users find it beneficial for browser security and virus protection.
Pros
- Users find the extension helpful and effective in removing viruses or threats.
- The extension is free and simple to use with impressive scanning capabilities.
- Many users express overall satisfaction and recommend the extension.
- It helps users with browser security and blocking unwanted websites.
- Some users note it works well on newer PCs and fulfills expectations.
Cons
- Several users mention that it changes the web browser default search engine to Yahoo instead of Google.
- The uninstall message sometimes feels like a subliminal attempt to discourage removal, causing distrust.
- It may not work perfectly on all systems (e.g., issues with Chrome OS and certain sites).
- Some feelings of being tricked or suspicious about its prompts were reported.
Permissions
This extension can:
- tabs
- cookies
- management
- webRequest
- storage
- notifications
- idle
- scripting
- alarms
This extension can access:
- <all_urls>
Additional Information
1.0.5696.1
April 29, 2025
0.68 MB
en-US
Developer Information
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