Test the reliability of websites with with just two clicks. Prevent internet fraud

Latest Version

Version
2.3.0
Update
October 28, 2024
Size
43.68KiB
Developer
fraud-detector.nl
Category
Users
760
Rating
4.42857 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
Nederlands
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Permissions
ContextMenus
ActiveTab
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Fraud Detector Extension

By using this extension, you can easily and quickly test the reliability of a website. This comes in handy when you are about to make a purchase and doubt whether the website is legitimate.

How it works.
1.\tAdd the extension to Google Chrome.
2.\tTo use the extension, right-click on the webpage you are visiting.
3.\tClick 'Test the reliability of the current website'.
4.\tYou will immediately see the result in Fraud Detector's website test.

You can also test the reliability of a link by right-clicking on the link, and then clicking: 'Test the reliability of the selected link'.

By checking a website before making a purchase or investigating a suspicious link, you can avoid being scammed. With this extension, you can verify everything with just two clicks. This helps speed up the process, so you can check websites more efficiently and make safer decisions faster.

How can you change the language?
In the options menu, you can select your preferred language, as long as it is supported. Missing a language? Feel free to let us know, and we may be able to add it!

What do we do with your data?
The extension of Fraud Detector only collects data from the website you visit at the time of reliability checking. We also check which language your computer uses, so we show you Dutch or English texts. We do not store data such as search results and personal data. Fraud Detector stands for safe browsing and privacy. You can find our privacy statement here: https://fraud-detector.eu/privacystatement/

How does the website test work?
Our extension provides the quickest way to verify if a website is trustworthy, with results just a few clicks away. Using over 40 variables and advanced AI, our tool analyzes factors like website age, security certificates, and connection safety in mere moments. For more details on how the full website test works, visit https://fraud-detector.eu/test-the-reliability-of-websites/.

About Fraud Detector:
Fraud Detector is a Dutch-based initiative aimed at making the internet safer by combating internet fraud.

Version logs:

Version 2.3.0:
Added shortcut to scam report form

Version 2.2.1 and 2.2.2:
Minor bugfixes

Version 2.0.0:
The extension has been made multilingual so that it can also be used on the English site of fraud detector.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install Fraud Detector extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Fraud Detector extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Fraud Detector 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 Fraud Detector Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Fraud Detector 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 Fraud Detector extension file

Select and download the Fraud Detector 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 Fraud Detector 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 Fraud Detector 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 Fraud Detector 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 Fraud Detector extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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wan da (ID: 00000040f4f443e2) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/24/2022 Werkt heel makkelijk. Heb net een site gechecked en de wijzer sprong op rood. Goed dat ik geen betaling heb gedaan dus.

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Dario Castronovo (ID: 000000326d0c6f2d) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/23/2022 Als je online veilig wat moet kopen is dit wat je zoekt. Doet wat het moet doen en is makkelijk in gebruik

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Timo de Vries (ID: 000000cf849b4c61) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/16/2022 Handig om te weten of je veilig wat bij een webshop kan bestellen.