Scan files and downloads with OPSWAT File Security

Latest Version

Version
4.2.1
Update
September 6, 2024
Size
643KiB
Developer
Category
Users
8,000+
Rating
4.35616 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
See more
Permissions
ContextMenus
Cookies
Downloads
Notifications
Scripting
Storage
Tabs
WebRequest
See more

OPSWAT File Security Extension

Scan every download from your Chrome browser with over 30 anti-malware engines and industry-leading vulnerability scanning technology. OPSWAT File Security for Chrome is an easy-to-use tool that examines every download via MetaDefender Cloud. Leverage the file hash database, fast multi-scanning, patented vulnerability scanning and effective data sanitization (CDR) to detect and block threats in files and applications before you download them.

You can also try out MetaDefender Cloud by visiting https://metadefender.opswat.com
Read more

Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "name": "__MSG_appName__", "description": "__MSG_appDescription__", "version": "4.2.1", "manifest_version": 3, "short_name": "__MSG_appShortName__", "action": { "default_popup": "index.html", "default_title": "__MSG_browserActionTitle__", "default_icon": { "19": "./icon-19.png", "38": "./icon-38.png" } }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "default_locale": "en", "icons": { "16": "./icon-16.png", "48": "./icon-128.png", "128": "./icon-128.png" }, "options_page": "index.html#/settings", "permissions": [ "contextMenus", "cookies", "downloads", "notifications", "scripting", "storage", "tabs", "webRequest" ], "host_permissions": [ "http://*/", "https://*/", "file://*", "" ], "content_security_policy": { "extension_pages": "object-src 'self'; script-src 'self'" }}
Read more

How to download and manually install OPSWAT File Security extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install OPSWAT File Security extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install OPSWAT File Security extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install OPSWAT File Security extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download OPSWAT File Security extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a OPSWAT File Security extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the OPSWAT File Security Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the OPSWAT File Security extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the OPSWAT File Security extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for OPSWAT File Security extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the OPSWAT File Security extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download OPSWAT File Security extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install OPSWAT File Security extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the OPSWAT File Security extension file

Select and download the OPSWAT File Security extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the OPSWAT File Security extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your OPSWAT File Security extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the OPSWAT File Security extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install OPSWAT File Security extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

Similar Extensions

icon

VT4Browsers Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 316 ★ 3.2MiB

icon

Threat Analytics Search Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 17 ★ 5.75MiB

icon

Virus Checker for Downloads Extension · Accessibility 8,000+ 50 ★ 77.92KiB

icon

Shodan Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 136 ★ 27.6KiB

icon

Vulners Web Scanner Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 20 ★ 534KiB

icon

CrowdScrape Extension · Developer Tools 8,000+ 10 ★ 707KiB

icon

Pulsedive Threat Intelligence Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 30 ★ 18.48MiB

icon

Netcraft Extension Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 157 ★ 768KiB

icon

Microsoft Defender Browser Protection Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 614 ★ 240KiB

icon

Dr.Web Link Checker Extension · Social & Communication 8,000+ 3037 ★ 444KiB

icon

Salesforce Security Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 26 ★ 107KiB

icon

Emsisoft Browser Security Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 78 ★ 99.12KiB

icon

Criminal IP: AI-based Phishing Link Checker Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 48 ★ 9.18MiB

icon

Online Security Pro Extension · Accessibility 8,000+ 178 ★ 281KiB

icon

Privacy Guardr Extension · Accessibility 8,000+ 16 ★ 410KiB

icon

ThreatPinch Lookup Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 25 ★ 3.6MiB

icon

Link Virus Check - Security Plus Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 43 ★ 89.68KiB

icon

Malware & URL Scanner Extension · Developer Tools 8,000+ 35 ★ 681KiB

icon

Sophos Chrome Security Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 17 ★ 2.24MiB

icon

Privacy Cleaner Extension · Social & Communication 8,000+ 83 ★ 7.82MiB

icon

ipty.de/av - Virus/Malware Link/File Checker Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 26 ★ 129KiB

icon

Recorded Future Extension · Productivity 8,000+ 20 ★ 667KiB

icon

IP, DNS & Security Tools | HackerTarget.com Extension · Developer Tools 8,000+ 31 ★ 94.76KiB

icon

Bishop Vulnerability Scanner Extension · Developer Tools 8,000+ 12 ★ 198KiB

User reviews

icon

Дмитрий (ID: 0000007dd0c9e8f2) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 03/28/2023 Не понятно что программа делает, по ходу качает проверяемый файл, который ты пробуешь проверить по ссылке, но с расширением txt.

icon

Christoph Brecht (ID: 000000fc19aa0628) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/02/2022 The bad reviews are coming from people who do not really understand what this extension does. 1. OPSWAT is a vendor for critical infrastructure protection 2. This free extension allows to scan files with the OPSWAT Cloud, currently 24 Malware engines (check metadefender.opswat.com for more info). 3. It can also check the URL reputation using the OPSWAT Threat intelligence 4. The API key you can enter is only needed for corp customers who want to use their own OPSWAT Metadefender instance. 5. And of course for the above you need to give permission for certain thinks to work I thinks this extension gives you the best level of security when it comes to downloads on the market, and that for free!

icon

matteo yap (ID: 0000003d76d8f258) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 09/24/2021 saw high ratings and lotsa downloads for tis virus scanner extension install on brave browser chromium based and firefox mozilla based unable to scan as the scan process require API key. but on the extension settings Your MetaDefender API KEY info was blank. Thought it was browser problem. disable all the other extension but the api key just doesnt load. Disappointed with the extension. using the website is much slower

icon

Arkangel Michael (ID: 00000071699933c1) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 12/27/2019 Awesome plugin. Basically VirusTotal in your browser.

icon

Doc Flay (ID: 0000003a2f1ba2c0) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 08/23/2019 I swapped from using a VT extension a while ago and have been very impressed with this. Nobody needs all the pointless AV engines, and OPSWAT uses the ones I trust Now it has domain-checking of any sites you visit, and I was surprised and very pleased to see a warning for a spam domain which my other block-lists missed. The use of StopForumSpam is a great idea as it includes useful evidence for many IPs and addresses.