Web Threat Shield

Keeps you safe when browsing the web by identifying and blocking dangerous websites.

"Web Threat Shield" is a powerful browser extension that provides essential protection against cybercrime during your online activities. It identifies and blocks dangerous websites before you even click on them, preventing malware and virus installations. With real-time website reputation updates and alerts about phishing threats, you can browse the internet with confidence, knowing your personal information remains secure. The extension is part of the comprehensive Webroot security suite that safeguards all your devices.

Manifest V3
Rating:
2.20
(67)
Version:
2.2.24288.1 (Last updated: 2024-11-05)
Creation date:
2021-10-27
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
  • notifications
  • downloads
  • webRequest
Host permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size:
523.70K
Full description:
See detailed description
Updated:
a day ago

Other platforms

Web Threat Shield (v2.2.24288.2)
279,575 4.32 (57)

User reviews

Pros
  • It seems to work in blocking malicious sites.
  • The add-on is integrated with Webroot antivirus.
  • Some users find the new design to be appealing.
Cons
  • Users are unable to remove the extension easily.
  • Repeated notifications asking users to create an account are annoying.
  • It may block access to certain websites and resources.
Most mentioned
  • Difficulty in removing the extension.
  • Annoying notifications from the extension.
  • Perceptions of the extension being malware or bad software.
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. User reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
User reviews
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by joe, 2024-11-10

Using the extension in standalone mode on my mac because WSA is useless on MacOS. Despite the keycode being registered with my carbonite/webroot account, the extension sends a notification dozens of times per day asking me to create an account. There is no way to disable notifications from the extension, and the notification itself isn't actionable (e.g. you can't click on it to load the place to even register). It's insanely annoying and support doesn't care that it is doing this.
by Chris, 2023-11-16

Have used Webroot for everything virus/malware related for going on 8 years. No complaints until this past year when the WR extension for Edge stops working due to corruption and can neither be repaired nor removed. The only way to deal with it is to contact WR support if you're a customer or use Revo Uninstaller Pro's Browser Extension removal tool if you're not. The extension works seamlessly in the background in both Firefox and Google Chrome. But it's not even a 1 star in Edge.
by Gordon, 2023-06-08
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Web Threat Shield requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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Risk likelihood

Web Threat Shield is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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