AVG Online Security

AVG Browser Security and web reputation plugin.

AVG Browser Security Plugin - Edge Add-On

AVG Online Security is a web reputation plugin for Edge browser, powered by AVG security. It checks every site you visit, stops phishing attacks, shows user reviews, and warns if a site is untrustworthy.

Add-on stats

Rating: 4.60
(349)
Version: 20.3.14 (Last updated: 2024-09-02)
Creation date: 2021-02-11
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • https://*/*
  • http://*/*
  • storage
  • tabs
  • webNavigation
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
Size: 1.95M

Other platforms

AVG Online Security (v21.1.6)
4.68 (618) 600,000
AVG Secure Browser (v8.0.0)
4.43 (14,751) 1,107,525
AVG Online Security (v20.5.12)
4.50 (705) 2,397
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Add-on summary

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AVG Browser Security - web reputation plugin AVG-powered security for your Edge browser.

Browse without worry or fear with AVG in your corner: we’ll check every site you visit, from Facebook to your bank, to ensure nothing puts you or your data at risk. We stop phishing attacks, show user reviews, and warn you if a site is deemed untrustworthy by our community of 400 million. By installing this extension to your browser, you confirm you read and agree to AVG's Privacy Policy (https://www.avg.com/privacy) and End User License Agreement (https://www.avg.com/eula) which govern your download and use of the selected product.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Edge Add-on Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Effective at checking bad websites, scams, and malware.
  • Many users appreciate its functionality over competitors like Norton and McAfee.
  • Good site ratings and risk warnings.
  • Long-term user satisfaction.
Cons
  • Issues with compatibility or functionality in multi-browser setups.
  • Some users reported it doesn't catch all threats or issues compared to free alternatives like Malwarebytes.
  • Pop-up ads and persistent notifications from other antivirus software.
  • Limited information on lesser-known websites.
Most mentioned
  • Comparison with other antivirus software (Norton, McAfee, Avast).
  • User frustration with persistent pop-ups.
  • Dissatisfaction with incomplete threat detection.
User reviews
Великолепно. Отличный разработчик.
by Валерий, 2024-10-25

Excellent For Checking Bad Webs, Scams, Malware, Update 2024
by David, 2024-10-09

AVG is good compared to NORTON. The problem with NORTON is, that its virus remover doesn't work well so it was removed my PC and from the Ventura College computers
by Kelly, 2024-04-18
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

AVG Online Security requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

AVG Online Security is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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