Guardio Protection for Chrome

Name: Guardio Protection for Chrome
Rating: 4.481481481481482 (1269 reviews)
Author: https://guard.io

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Guardio Protection for Chrome offers comprehensive online security by blocking malicious sites, downloads, and phishing attempts to keep your digital life safe. With continuous background monitoring, data leak alerts, and identity theft coverage, users can browse confidently across devices using the browser extension and companion mobile app. The extension features real-time protection against scams, suspicious emails, and pop-ups, complemented by 24/7 human support and a $1 million identity theft guarantee for premium users.

Whether using the Basic free plan for essential fake site alerts or upgrading to the Premium plan for advanced protections and cross-device coverage, Guardio ensures a safer, cleaner web experience. Noted as "perfect phishing protection" by PC Mag and recommended by TechRadar, this easy-to-install tool keeps your personal information secure without disrupting your browsing.

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By:

https://guard.io

Users:

700,000

Rating:

4.48

(1,269) 18 new ratings

Version:

25.5.12.2376 Last updated: 2025-05-21

Creation date:

2020-03-15

Risk:

Permissions:

webRequest
webRequestBlocking
declarativeNetRequestWithHostAccess
cookies
management
notifications
tabs
storage
idle
contextMenus

Host permissions:

<all_urls>

Size:

564.00KB

Email:

he*****@guard.io

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Chrome Web Store

Updated:

21 hours ago

Ranking

# 498 ▲ 33

Other rankings

#15 in Privacy & Security

#4 in extension guard keyword 59

#14 in protect keyword 48 ▼ 2

#30 in trial keyword 22 ▼ 2

#44 in data privacy keyword 29 ▲ 2

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User reviews

Guardio Protection for Chrome is praised for effectively blocking malicious sites, pop-ups, and phishing attempts, providing users with a sense of security and peace of mind while browsing. It is easy to use and has a low system impact. However, multiple reviews mention excessive notifications and warnings, with many features locked behind paywalls leading to accusations of scareware. Some users report occasional false positives and frequent upgrade prompts, which can be intrusive. Overall, it offers solid protection but may be bothersome for those who dislike aggressive marketing or paywall restrictions.

Pros

Provides effective protection against malicious websites and phishing attempts.
Blocks pop-up ads and harmful sites to keep users safe.
Easy to use with a light footprint on the system.
Offers peace of mind and increased security while browsing online.
Works continuously in the background to detect threats.

Cons

Tends to send frequent notifications and warnings that some users find excessive or nagging.
Many useful features are locked behind a paywall, leading to perceptions of scareware tactics.
Occasionally blocks legitimate websites mistakenly.
Pushes frequent prompts to upgrade to premium versions, which can be intrusive.

Recent reviews

I purchased Guardio for one reason...to get ride of Yahoo on my browser. Well, it doesn't work. Ignore the product.

Bi*****, 2025-06-13

I'm paying for nothing.

Br*****, 2025-06-12

It doesn't just notify me of threats it removes them and that is a very comforting feeling knowing that i'm protected

Da*****, 2025-06-10

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Guardio Protection for Chrome requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

Guardio Protection for Chrome has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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