Keeps you safe when browsing the web by identifying and blocking dangerous websites.

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Web Threat Shield Extension

The Internet can be a scary place. Wouldn’t it be great if you could tell which sites were dangerous before it was too late? Now you can with the Webroot® Web Threat Shield.

The Webroot Web Threat Shield offers top-of-the-line defense against cybercrime while browsing the internet. It warns about unsafe websites before you click, and automatically blocks bad ones trying to install viruses and malware on your computer. You’ll have peace-of-mind knowing personal information like passwords and credit card details are safe.

The Webroot Web Threat Shield also provides up-to-the-minute data about website reputations and real-time protection against phishing sites.

The Webroot Web Threat Shield is available as a feature of our award-winning internet security that protects PCs, Mac computers, and mobile devices. Copy and paste the link below into the address bar above to learn which type of security is right for you. https://www.webroot.com/us/en/home/products/helpmechoose

If you are already using a Webroot SecureAnywhere® Antivirus, Webroot SecureAnywhere® Internet Security Plus, or Webroot SecureAnywhere® Internet Security Complete, locate the keycode used to activate your subscription and click “GET” at the top of your screen. If you can’t find your keycode, copy and paste the link below in the address bar above and we’ll help you find it. https://answers.webroot.com/Webroot/ukp.aspx?pid=12&app=vw&vw=1&login=1&solutionid=127
A keycode can be acquired at www.webroot.com.

By installing the Webroot Web Threat Shield Extension, you agree to the Webroot SecureAnywhere Solution Agreement available at https://www.webroot.com/us/en/legal/service-terms-and-conditions.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install Web Threat Shield extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Web Threat Shield 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 Web Threat Shield extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Web Threat Shield extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Web Threat Shield extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Web Threat Shield 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 Web Threat Shield Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Web Threat Shield extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Web Threat Shield extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Web Threat Shield 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 Web Threat Shield 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 Web Threat Shield extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Web Threat Shield 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 Web Threat Shield extension file

Select and download the Web Threat Shield 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 Web Threat Shield 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 Web Threat Shield 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 Web Threat Shield 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 Web Threat Shield extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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James Slover (ID: 00000056b516eb0b) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 06/27/2023 pages freeze when on certain websites

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kelly peña (ID: 000000d0f981897a) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 05/09/2023 I cannot uninstall it, my uncle installed it because he thought it would be good but it pops up when im trying to work, it opens as a new window and interrupts me.

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Johnston & Associates (ID: 000000bdf449178b) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 01/26/2023 I don't know how this got installed on my computer but it now blocks me from doing things that I need to do. Add to that, I asked that someone contact me this morning and here I sit, 8 hours later with no contact. I can't find a phone number to call them except for the number for payment support. Imagine that!

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Cody Konno (ID: 000000be247942c5) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 11/08/2022 SPAM! PHISHING! VIRUS! DO NOT DOWNLOAD! This extension automatically added itself to my Chrome browser and it won't remove from my extension. The extension collects sensitive data (passwords, personal/identifiying information) without your consent and is not transparent about what it does with YOUR info. DO NOT DOWNLOAD!

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Nate Cregier (ID: 000000d7912f5c79) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 09/27/2022 Can't uninstall it, don't know how it got installed in the first place