About this extension
Protect yourself against online threats, like phishing and malicious websites, with real-time protection from Microsoft.
Details
Currently supported region(s), United States. United States. Microsoft Defender Browser Protection extension guards you against internet threats like links in spam email messages and websites that lure users into installing malware. Microsoft Defender Browser Protection will look into any email that contains an infected link or send you to a website that is created to deceive or steal personal, financial and other sensitive information.
Microsoft Defender Browser Protection will display a warning warning screen when the link that is malicious identified as being similar to the one listed. This warning screen will alert you that the website you're going to visit could contain harmful content. The screen will provide a simple solution to return to the safety of your.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Microsoft Defender work in Incognito mode?
By default extensions are disabled in Incognito. Enable Microsoft Defender for Incognito via chrome://extensions → Details → Allow in Incognito.
How do I install Microsoft Defender?
Click 'Add to Chrome' on the Chrome Web Store listing. The extension appears in your toolbar within seconds — no account required.
Is Microsoft Defender useful for remote workers?
Microsoft Defender is popular with remote workers who spend long hours in the browser. It Protect yourself against online threats, like phishing and malicious websites, with rea... and integrates with common collaboration tools.
What happens to my data if I uninstall Microsoft Defender?
Uninstalling removes Microsoft Defender from Chrome. Locally stored data is deleted. Cloud-synced data may persist — check the privacy policy for details.
Does Microsoft Defender integrate with Google Workspace?
Microsoft Defender is designed to work smoothly with Chrome-based tools including Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Drive.
User Reviews
It seems to do a site safety evaluation, but it doesn't display anything even on a secure site like other extensions, so I'm not sure if it's working.
Tortoise
Just added this extension to chrome, hope it's legit and does its job of protecting my device in case there's ever a shady website I accidentally stumble upon.