Chrome warns you about suspicious websites now – how to turn on Google’s new scam protection
Source: ZDNet ·
Google’s browser will flash two types of warnings based on whether the site is deemed dangerous or just suspicious.
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Scammers are alive and well on the web, and avoiding their tricks seems like a never-ending battle. Now, Google has beefed up the security in Chrome to further protect you from becoming a victim of online scams. Also: 5 ways to improve your Chrome browser’s security In a blog post published Tuesday , Google outlined three new measures designed to help Chrome users browse the web more safely and securely. The new measures apply to Chrome both on computers and mobile devices. 1. Warnings about suspicious websites First up is protection against suspicious websites. Chrome has long warned you about dangerous sites that are known to be malicious. Now, the browser will also notify you if a site is deemed suspicious. The warning that appears on the screen may specifically tell you that the site doesn’t seem right, as it’s similar to other sites associated with phishing, malware, and scams. You can click a Learn More link to delve further. If you’re concerned about the site and want to…