Microsoft Edge has security feature called Scareware Blocker. It is designed to protect users from deceptive or scam websites that use scare tactics to make them download malicious software or pay for unnecessary services.
Whenever a user visits one of such websites, the blocker will warn the user about potential viruses and other security threats. So if you want to protect yourself from online scams, you might want to enable the feature.
How to enable Scareware Blocker in Microsoft Edge
Before you can enable the feature, make sure you are using the latest version of Microsoft Edge. To update your browser, you can click on the three-dots icon from the top right and select Help and Feedback > About Microsoft Edge.
Once you have the latest version of the browser, follow these steps:
- From Microsoft Edge, click on the three-dots icon and select Settings.
- Go to Privacy, search, and services.
- Click on Security.
- Over here, toggle on the Scareware Blocker.
- Finally, close your browser and relaunch it to start using the feature.
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Will the Scareware Blocker protect against all types of online scams?
No, the Scareware Blocker is specifically designed to protect against deceptive websites that use scare tactics to trick users into downloading malicious software or paying for fake services. It does not protect against other types of online scams, such as phishing.
What should I do if the Scareware Blocker mistakenly flags a legitimate website?
If the Scareware Blocker feature mistakenly flags a legitimate website, you can temporarily disable it or use another browser to access the website.
While the feature is extremely useful against scareware scams that happen through tech support, making the user believe their system has been infected with malware, it won’t be of any help against other kinds of online scams.
