McAfee® Web Boost
Stop videos from auto-playing and slowing down your web-browsing
What is McAfee® Web Boost?
McAfee® Web Boost is a browser extension specifically designed for Edge. The main function of this add-on is to prevent automatic playing of videos, which can significantly improve browsing speed, and help save on data usage and preserve battery life.
Stats
- webRequestBlocking
- tabs
- webRequest
- nativeMessaging
- storage
- unlimitedStorage
- <all_urls>
- webNavigation
- activeTab
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Summary
McAfee® Web Boost is a browser extension that speeds up your web-browsing and helps save your data and battery life by stopping annoying auto-playing videos.
By downloading McAfee Web Boost, you agree to our License Agreement and Privacy Notice.
License Agreement: https://www.mcafee.com/consumer/en-us/policy/global/legal.html?tab=license
Privacy Notice: https://www.mcafee.com/consumer/en-us/policy/global/legal.html?tab=privacy
User reviews
User reviews summary
Pros
- Blocks trackers and pop-ups
- Easy to install and use
- Intuitive AutoPlay feature
Cons
- May not work correctly on certain websites
- May interfere with audio on some websites
- Limited functionality
Most mentioned
- Blocks trackers and pop-ups
- May not work correctly on certain websites
- Easy to install and use
Safety
Risk impact
McAfee® Web Boost is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install McAfee® Web Boost if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
McAfee® Web Boost has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.