Malicious URL Detector

Detects whether URLs that you are browsed are safe or phishing (malicious)

Malicious URL Detector - Protect Your Browsing

Malicious URL Detector is an Edge add-on that utilizes Machine Learning to protect users from phishing attacks. It analyzes URL attributes such as length, special characters, and directories to identify potentially harmful websites. Stay secure while browsing the internet with this powerful detection system.

Add-on stats

Manifest V2
By: abhE
Users: 186
4
Rating: 5.00
(1)
Version: 5.0.0 (Last updated: 2020-06-06)
Creation date: 2020-06-06
Permissions:
  • https://detecturl.herokuapp.com/
  • storage
  • tabs
  • activeTab
  • <all_urls>
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • https://*/
Size: 309.79K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox

User reviews

This extension even detects new phishing URLs. This keeps me safe online !!
by Abhishek, 2020-06-02
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Add-on safety

Risk impact
High risk impact

Malicious URL Detector requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood
Low risk likelihood

Malicious URL Detector has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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