{"id":482264,"date":"2022-08-12T05:45:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-12T02:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/?p=482264"},"modified":"2024-04-03T10:06:38","modified_gmt":"2024-04-03T07:06:38","slug":"windows-defender-browser-protection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/windows-defender-browser-protection\/","title":{"rendered":"Windows Defender Browser Protection: Everything You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Windows Defender is the default antivirus software on Windows, but Microsoft has also released the Windows Defender Browser Protection extension for Chrome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The scope of the extension is to provide better phishing and malware protection from various websites using real-time data from Microsoft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In today\u2019s article, you will find out all about the antivirus extension and the steps to install in the most popular browsers to protect your PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How to install Windows Defender Browser Protection on Edge, Chrome, Opera\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3yqum3sE3b0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Windows Defender Browser Protection legitimate?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, the Windows Defender Browser Protection is legitimate and one of the best extensions in the category. It protects you against a wide range of online threats, including phishing attempts and malicious software. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The extension is available for all major browsers. Users prefer Windows Defender Browser Protection over third-party antiviruses since Microsoft developed it. Though, a Microsoft Defender Browser Protection whitelist feature would have come in handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are concerned about installing it, the extension is legitimate and perfectly safe, but make sure you download the right one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I use Windows Defender Browser Protection?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Opera One<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/windows-defender-browser\/bkbeeeffjjeopflfhgeknacdieedcoml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Windows Defender Browser Protection&#8217;s<\/a> <em>Chrome Web Store<\/em> page on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/out.reflectormedia.com\/c?o=20566306&amp;m=17686&amp;a=498500&amp;aff_sub1=https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/482264&amp;aff_sub2=Native\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Opera One<\/a><\/strong>, and then click the <em>Add to Opera<\/em> button.<a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/opera_pkUDsAnPf2-1.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1008\" class=\"wp-image-980455\" style=\"width: 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/opera_pkUDsAnPf2-1.png\" alt=\"add to opera to get windows defender browser protection\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/opera_pkUDsAnPf2-1.png 1920w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/opera_pkUDsAnPf2-1-330x173.png 330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/opera_pkUDsAnPf2-1-120x63.png 120w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/opera_pkUDsAnPf2-1-140x74.png 140w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/opera_pkUDsAnPf2-1-64x34.png 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, click on <strong>Add extension<\/strong> in the confirmation prompt.<a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/5AVkgCLBkB.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"694\" height=\"399\" class=\"wp-image-980456\" style=\"width: 400px\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/5AVkgCLBkB.png\" alt=\"add extension\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/5AVkgCLBkB.png 694w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/5AVkgCLBkB-330x190.png 330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/5AVkgCLBkB-120x69.png 120w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/5AVkgCLBkB-140x80.png 140w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/5AVkgCLBkB-64x37.png 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 694px) 100vw, 694px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This browser is based on Chromium, so the extensions from the <em>Chrome Web Store<\/em> can be installed on Opera One as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After doing that, Windows Defender Browser Protection will be installed. It\u2019s worth mentioning that Opera One has a couple of unique features when it comes to security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First off, there\u2019s a built-in ad blocker that will block tracking scripts and ads and make your browsing experience faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For additional protection, there\u2019s a built-in VPN with unlimited bandwidth. Also built-in you&#8217;ll find an Ad blocker and an AI<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also comes with various other great ideas and features. Find out more about the browser by clicking the <em>Read more<\/em> button below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-reflectormedia-universalis-disposable-cta-block rmudcb\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"rmudcb__image\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Opera-One-CTA-210x160.png\" alt=\"\" \/> <div class=\"rmudcb__content\"><h3>            Opera One             <\/h3> <span>           Opera One is a modern browser, focused on privacy and security, which makes it ideal as your default option.                 <\/span> <\/div> <div class=\"rmudcb__button\"><strong>           Free Download           <\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/out.reflectormedia.com\/c?o=20566306&amp;m=17686&amp;a=498500&amp;aff_sub1=https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/482264&amp;aff_sub2=Native\" class=\"btn btn--big btn--rounded btn--icon btn--basket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">           Visit website           <\/a> <\/div> <\/section>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Chrome<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/chrome.google.com\/webstore\/detail\/microsoft-defender-browse\/bkbeeeffjjeopflfhgeknacdieedcoml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Windows Defender Browser Protection<\/a> on the <em>Chrome web store<\/em>, and then click on the <strong>Add to Chrome<\/strong> button.<a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/chrome_a6GUwOulni.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"902\" class=\"wp-image-980449\" style=\"width: 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/chrome_a6GUwOulni.png\" alt=\"Add to Chrome to get windows defender browser protection\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/chrome_a6GUwOulni.png 1920w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/chrome_a6GUwOulni-330x155.png 330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/chrome_a6GUwOulni-120x56.png 120w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/chrome_a6GUwOulni-140x66.png 140w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/chrome_a6GUwOulni-64x30.png 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on <strong>Add extension<\/strong> in the prompt that pops up.<a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/zj8h6jof5E.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"694\" height=\"339\" class=\"wp-image-980450\" style=\"width: 400px\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/zj8h6jof5E.png\" alt=\"add extension\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/zj8h6jof5E.png 694w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/zj8h6jof5E-330x161.png 330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/zj8h6jof5E-120x59.png 120w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/zj8h6jof5E-140x68.png 140w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/zj8h6jof5E-64x31.png 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 694px) 100vw, 694px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>After the Windows Defender Chrome extension installs, it\u2019s ready to be used and will protect you while browsing online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Firefox<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Open the <a href=\"https:\/\/addons.mozilla.org\/en-US\/firefox\/addon\/application-guard-extension\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Application Guard Extension<\/a> on the browser, and then click on the <strong>Add to Firefox<\/strong> button.<a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/firefox_Vs8r1jYPHG.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1008\" class=\"wp-image-980451\" style=\"width: 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/firefox_Vs8r1jYPHG.png\" alt=\"add to firefox\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/firefox_Vs8r1jYPHG.png 1920w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/firefox_Vs8r1jYPHG-330x173.png 330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/firefox_Vs8r1jYPHG-120x63.png 120w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/firefox_Vs8r1jYPHG-140x74.png 140w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/firefox_Vs8r1jYPHG-64x34.png 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the <strong>Add<\/strong> button to confirm.<a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nQOF9ZoVgj.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"605\" height=\"322\" class=\"wp-image-980452\" style=\"width: 400px\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nQOF9ZoVgj.png\" alt=\"add to get windows defender browser protection\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nQOF9ZoVgj.png 605w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nQOF9ZoVgj-330x176.png 330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nQOF9ZoVgj-120x64.png 120w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nQOF9ZoVgj-140x75.png 140w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/nQOF9ZoVgj-64x34.png 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 605px) 100vw, 605px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>After doing that, the Microsoft Defender Browser Protection add-on will be installed on Firefox, and your system will be also protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Microsoft Edge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Press <kbd>Windows<\/kbd> + <kbd>S<\/kbd> to open the <em>Search<\/em> menu, enter <strong>Windows Security<\/strong> in the text field, and then click on the relevant search result.<a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_uF2d84zIdw.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1144\" height=\"733\" class=\"wp-image-980457\" style=\"width: 750px\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_uF2d84zIdw.png\" alt=\"windows security to get windows defender browser protection\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_uF2d84zIdw.png 1144w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_uF2d84zIdw-330x210.png 330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_uF2d84zIdw-328x210.png 328w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_uF2d84zIdw-120x77.png 120w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_uF2d84zIdw-140x90.png 140w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_uF2d84zIdw-64x41.png 64w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_uF2d84zIdw-700x450.png 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1144px) 100vw, 1144px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, click on <strong>App &amp; browser control<\/strong>.<a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_trqzgtTeju.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1330\" height=\"848\" class=\"wp-image-980458\" style=\"width: 700px\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_trqzgtTeju.png\" alt=\"App &amp; browser control\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_trqzgtTeju.png 1330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_trqzgtTeju-330x210.png 330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_trqzgtTeju-120x77.png 120w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_trqzgtTeju-140x89.png 140w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_trqzgtTeju-64x41.png 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on <strong>Reputation-based protection settings<\/strong>.<a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_lYGU2PQbbS.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1330\" height=\"848\" class=\"wp-image-980459\" style=\"width: 700px\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_lYGU2PQbbS.png\" alt=\"Reputation-based protection settings\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_lYGU2PQbbS.png 1330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_lYGU2PQbbS-330x210.png 330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_lYGU2PQbbS-120x77.png 120w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_lYGU2PQbbS-140x89.png 140w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_lYGU2PQbbS-64x41.png 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Next, make sure that the <strong>SmartScreen for Microsoft Edge<\/strong> option is enabled.<a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_SE9J3XLqez.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1330\" height=\"848\" class=\"wp-image-980460\" style=\"width: 700px\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_SE9J3XLqez.png\" alt=\"Smart screen for microsoft edge\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_SE9J3XLqez.png 1330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_SE9J3XLqez-330x210.png 330w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_SE9J3XLqez-120x77.png 120w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_SE9J3XLqez-140x89.png 140w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/ApplicationFrameHost_SE9J3XLqez-64x41.png 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1330px) 100vw, 1330px\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The Microsoft Defender Browser Protection is already available in Microsoft Edge by default, and it works as long as the Smart Scan feature for your browser is enabled. So, simple simply enable the feature and you are good to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Install a third-party antivirus for better protection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Windows Defender Browser Protection is a nice extension that will protect you online, but that will only stop a limited number of threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to safeguard your system properly, you will need a full-fledged, third-party antivirus installed on your system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tool recommended below is installed by over 110 million users worldwide, so now you can get a measure of how trusted this software is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its multi-layered protection system will not only secure your PC but also all your other devices, including the webcam and the router.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u21d2<\/strong> <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/out.reflectormedia.com\/c?o=20566341&amp;m=17686&amp;a=498500&amp;aff_sub1=https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/482264&amp;aff_sub2=Native\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Get ESET HOME Security Essential<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I get rid of fake Windows Defender security warning?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Several users reported encountering a Windows Defender Browser Protection red screen when browsing the web. In some cases, the warning listed a support helpline number to call for further resolution. Do not call on the number! It&#8217;s most likely an ad disguised as a fake warning.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5e2e9dd5-696f-4026-8913-d18a52a28cbc-1.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1298\" height=\"1006\" src=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5e2e9dd5-696f-4026-8913-d18a52a28cbc-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-980465\" style=\"width:750px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5e2e9dd5-696f-4026-8913-d18a52a28cbc-1.png 1298w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5e2e9dd5-696f-4026-8913-d18a52a28cbc-1-271x210.png 271w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5e2e9dd5-696f-4026-8913-d18a52a28cbc-1-120x93.png 120w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5e2e9dd5-696f-4026-8913-d18a52a28cbc-1-140x109.png 140w, https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/5e2e9dd5-696f-4026-8913-d18a52a28cbc-1-64x50.png 64w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1298px) 100vw, 1298px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you see such messages on a particular website, either stop visiting it or use a <a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/9anime-adblock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">reliable ad blocker tool<\/a>. Also, it&#8217;s recommended that you run a malware scan on your PC just to make sure no malicious software on it is triggering the error.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides, disable any suspicious extensions on the browser, and if none of these methods work, resetting the browser would do the trick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windows Defender Browser Protection offers solid protection to your browser, and we hope you\u2019ll consider using it after reading this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you need to consider that a browser extension is not as powerful as a dedicated antivirus. So, find out the <a href=\"https:\/\/windowsreport.com\/antivirus-with-unlimited-validity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best-unlimited license antivirus<\/a> for your computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any recommendations or suggestions, or you just want to express your thoughts about this extension, leave us a comment in the dedicated section below.<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Windows Defender is the default antivirus software on Windows, but Microsoft has also released the Windows Defender Browser Protection extension for Chrome. The scope of the extension is to provide better phishing and malware protection from various websites using real-time data from Microsoft. 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