Malwarebytes Web Protection is the free version of Malwarebytes’ real-time antivirus program that aims to stop browser hijackers, phishing sites scam sites, as well as other undesirable content when you surf the Internet. It also blocks annoying ads and prevents in-browser cryptojackers (unwanted cryptocurrency miners) and gives other harmful content the boot.
The extension is simple to use, with no complicated settings or notifications that can hinder your enjoyment of browsing. It is the first and only browser extension that recognizes and blocks scams that target tech support among the most frequent online threats. It also increases the speed of display of websites and blocks trackers that can track users and bombard them with unwanted ads and assists in avoiding malware downloads by blocking sites known to contain it.
It doesn’t have the additional features that are available in some of its competitors, including a firewall, system tuneup tools and a password manager or parental controls. It also doesn’t come with multi-year plans such as Bitdefender and Kaspersky. This can save you money over the course of time.