Google Chrome Introduces Enhanced Safety Features in Latest Update
The new Chrome update includes automatic background security checks, one-tap unsubscribe from notifications, and one-time site permissions.
- Chrome's revamped Safety Check now runs automatically in the background, proactively revoking permissions from rarely-visited or deceptive sites.
- Users can now unsubscribe from unwanted website notifications with a single tap, a feature already reducing notification volume by 30% on Pixel devices.
- The update allows for one-time permissions for site access to features like the camera and microphone, enhancing user control over privacy.
- Safety Check will notify desktop users of any potentially harmful Chrome extensions, offering quick removal options.
- The new features aim to provide better protection against online threats and give users more control over their browsing experience.