Microsoft Defender Browser Protection Alternatives

Microsoft Defender Browser Protection is described as 'Protect yourself against online threats, like phishing and malicious websites, with real-time protection from Microsoft' and is an app in the security & privacy category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Microsoft Defender Browser Protection for a variety of platforms, including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Opera and Safari apps. The best Microsoft Defender Browser Protection alternative is WOT Web of Trust, which is free. Other great apps like Microsoft Defender Browser Protection are BitDefender TrafficLight, Osprey: Browser Protection, Avast Online Security & Privacy and Norton Safe Web.

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  1. WOT Web of Trust icon

    WOT Web of Trust

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    Check if a website is safe before you reach it via browser extensions, mobile app and API. Ratings on adult content, scams, malware, etc.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Alerts

    • Warning

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Internet Explorer
    • Google Chrome
    • Yandex Browser
    • Opera
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    • WOT Web of Trust is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone & iPad alternative to Microsoft Defender Browser Protection.

    • WOT Web of Trust is the most popular free alternative to Microsoft Defender Browser Protection.

    • WOT Web of Trust is Free and ProprietaryMicrosoft Defender Browser Protection is also Free and Proprietary
  2. BitDefender TrafficLight icon

    BitDefender TrafficLight

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    TrafficLight intercepts and scans web traffic before it even reaches the browser, effectively blocking disguised or stealth attacks before it's too late. It works with virtually any browser, and even keeps the look, feel and functionality consistent if you switch browsers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Home screen.
     
  4. Osprey: Browser Protection icon

    Osprey: Browser Protection

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    Browser extension that protects you from malicious websites.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Osprey: Browser Protection screenshot 1
     

    • Osprey: Browser Protection is the most popular Open Source alternative to Microsoft Defender Browser Protection.

    • Osprey: Browser Protection is Free and Open SourceMicrosoft Defender Browser Protection is Free and Proprietary
  5. Avast Online Security & Privacy icon

    Avast Online Security & Privacy

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    Browse without worry or fear with Avast 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...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Opera
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Avast Online Security & Privacy screenshot 1
     
  6. Norton Safe Web icon

    Norton Safe Web

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    Safeguard against malicious URLs by scanning your feed using Norton Safe Web. Protect your friends by advising them of malicious URLs you might have in your feed.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Mozilla Firefox
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  7. Malwarebytes Browser Guard icon

    Malwarebytes Browser Guard

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    Filters out annoying ads and scams while blocking trackers that spy on you. Download free for Chrome, Edge and Firefox browsers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Safari
    Welcome screen.
    Website screen.
    Statistics screen.
     
  9. Netcraft App icon

    Netcraft App

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    Protect yourself and your organization from cybercrime by using Netcraft’s family of apps and extensions for your browser, phone, and email client.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Kindle Fire
    • Opera
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Netcraft App screenshot 1
     
  10. Avira Browser Safety icon

    Avira Browser Safety

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    FREE browser extension. Blocks harmful sites, protects your privacy and finds deals while you shop.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Avira Browser Safety screenshot 1
     
  11. Dr.Web LinkChecker icon

    Dr.Web LinkChecker

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    This firefox extension allows you to check any file you are about to download, any page you are about to visit with online version of Dr.Web anti-virus...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Thunderbird
    • Opera
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Microsoft Edge
    Dr.Web LinkChecker screenshot 1
     

    • Dr.Web LinkChecker is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Microsoft Defender Browser Protection.

    • Dr.Web LinkChecker is Free and ProprietaryMicrosoft Defender Browser Protection is also Free and Proprietary
  12. SafeToOpen Online Security icon

    SafeToOpen Online Security

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    Phishing is a never-ending battle. Malicious websites are carefully designed and refined to trick unsuspecting users into giving up their credentials.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Mozilla Firefox
    SafeToOpen Online Security screenshot 1
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  13. AVG Online Security icon

    AVG Online Security

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    AVG Browser Security and web reputation plugin.

    AVG Browser Security - web reputation plugin AVG-powered security for your Google Chrome 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 nothin.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Google Chrome
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Opera
    AVG Online Security screenshot 1
     
  14. Avira Safe Shopping icon

    Avira Safe Shopping

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    View the top coupons in online shops and have them automatically applied at checkout to help you save money.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Opera
    Avira Safe Shopping screenshot 1
     
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