Avast Secure Browser Review
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avast secure browser review is a browser that puts an emphasis on privacy and security, with features such as Bank Mode and anti-tracking technology. It also comes with a VPN built-in, allowing you to access the internet quickly and stay safe. It is based upon Chromium. This means that it looks, works and supports Chrome extensions.
Avast Secure Browser includes a variety of privacy and security extensions that are pre-installed. They include an adblocker, a antiphishing extension, an extension that helps with anti-tracking and fingerprint disguise, HTTPS encryption, extension guard, a password manager, and even the ability to double-check credentials on websites such as HaveIBeenPwned. All of these extensions are available within the browser’s Security & Privacy Center. You can also modify each extension individually based on your preferences.
The adblocker is powerful and can be set to block most ads. It can also block flash files, making pages load faster. The browser is also able to detect phishing sites and warn you of any potential scams however this feature isn’t as reliable than Google’s Scam Alert feature.
The browser claims to “track proof,” which is just a fancy term for using the Do Not Track standard. This standard isn’t quite enough strong as it should be. The anti-fingerprinting capabilities of the browser are also limited, and only scrambles a small portion of your user agent string.