Browsing the Internet puts our PCs at risk: viruses, adware, and trackers are just some of the potential dangers we face. How to defend yourself from any harm? The first is to keep your eyes open always: be careful, do not trust any unknown website. Having a good antivirus is critical, as it is essential to keep it up to date.
Even our browser may, however, rescue us: we suggest you the best extensions for Chrome and Firefox that help you browse safely.
Chrome extensions for extra security
- HTTPS Everywhere : The HTTPS protocol puts a security barrier between your computer and the web server you are communicating with. Many of the major websites use the secure HTTPS protocol, but there are still some websites that have not made the switch. With the HTTPS extension Everywhere you can force the opening of each site via HTTPS.
- WOT: a useful tool you can take advantage of browsing even on Facebook. The extension assures you about the reliability of a link/website.
- uBlock Origin: one of the greatest ad-blocker that needs little resources and protects you from malware.
- VTchromizer: it examines suspicious URLs and files, simplifying the quick detection of worms, viruses, trojans, and malicious code.
- ScriptSafe: it blocks the scripts and executable code loading on websites, thereby preventing any malware.
Firefox extensions for extra security
We suggest two extensions we already mentioned for Chrome: uBlock Origin and WOT. They work similarly on Firefox.
- NoScript: it blocks the scripts and executable code loading on websites, thereby preventing any malware.
- Public Fox: lets you protect your browser with a password, preventing any spyware from alter it and stole your data.
- Avira Browser Safety: it blocks javascript, Flash, and Java from executing on suspicious websites.
- VTzilla: it scans web pages in search for malicious code making the most of 46 antivirus engines.
- BluHell Firewall: it’s a good Ad-Blocker and Tracking/Privacy Protector that blocks pop-ups and nasty web resources.