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Forget Chrome and Edge - this challenger browser now offers greater protection from online scams
- DuckDuckGo introduces a new Scam Blocker tool in its browser to protect users from online scams.
- The tool aims to guard users against phishing websites, malware, fake crypto-currency exchanges, fraudulent shopping sites, and scareware.
- Online scams are on the rise, with cybercriminals using AI for more frequent and sophisticated scams, causing financial losses.
- The Scam Blocker does not send tracking information to third parties, ensuring user privacy.
- It is available for free on DuckDuckGo for mobile and desktop users.
- Privacy Pro users can enjoy full-device coverage even when using other browsers if logged into the DuckDuckGo VPN.
- The tool prevents scammy pages from loading, offers warning messages, and blocks tracker-powered ads to protect users from malvertising.
- Scam Blocker is designed to keep browsing data private and secure, storing a 'dangerous site list' locally on the device.
- DuckDuckGo's Scam Blocker is based on data from independent cybersecurity company Netcraft and does not require an account.
- The tool's scam protections are developed without sharing browsing data with third parties.
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