What is Web Threat Shield?
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The Internet can be a scary place. Wouldn’t it be great if you could tell which sites were dangerous before it was too late? Now you can with the Webroot® Web Threat Shield.
The Webroot Web Threat Shield offers top-of-the-line defense against cybercrime while browsing the internet. It warns about unsafe websites before you click, and automatically blocks bad ones trying to install viruses and malware on your computer. You’ll have peace-of-mind knowing personal information like passwords and credit card details are safe.
The Webroot Web Threat Shield also provides up-to-the-minute data about website reputations and real-time protection against phishing sites.
The Webroot Web Threat Shield is available as a feature of our award-winning internet security that protects PCs, Mac computers, and mobile devices. Copy and paste the link below into the address bar above to learn which type of security is right for you. https://www.webroot.com/us/en/home/products/helpmechoose
If you are already using a Webroot SecureAnywhere® Antivirus, Webroot SecureAnywhere® Internet Security Plus, or Webroot SecureAnywhere® Internet Security Complete, locate the keycode used to activate your subscription and click “GET” at the top of your screen. If you can’t find your keycode, copy and paste the link below in the address bar above and we’ll help you find it. https://answers.webroot.com/Webroot/ukp.aspx?pid=12&app=vw&vw=1&login=1&solutionid=127 A keycode can be acquired at www.webroot.com.
By installing the Webroot Web Threat Shield Extension, you agree to the Webroot SecureAnywhere Solution Agreement available at https://www.webroot.com/us/en/legal/service-terms-and-conditions.
User reviews
- 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.
- 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.
- Difficulty in removing the extension.
- Annoying notifications from the extension.
- Perceptions of the extension being malware or bad software.
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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 likelihood
Web Threat Shield is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.
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