✋ Get with the program: Starting next week, Google will disable access to Chrome browser extensions built using outdated code. If your installed extensions don’t use the latest standard, Manifest V3, you’ll see a pop-up notification in your browser. You can choose to delete or upgrade to the latest version in the Chrome Web Store.
Tech tip: Break up with your browser
It’s not you, Explorer. It’s me. Just kidding, it’s definitely you. If your relationship with your current browser is getting stale, you can get a fresh window on the web without losing all of your data.
It’s easier than you’d think to pack up your bookmarks, saved passwords and favorite websites — hint, hint — and move on. You can count on me, your tech-relationship guru, for advice on switching when you’re ready to see other browsers.
Pro tip: Most browsers now come with an export feature, but here’s something you might not know. It’s actually easier to open your new browser and import. Here’s how to get going in a new browser the easy way.
Getting started with Google Chrome
If you’re going by popularity, Chrome may be your best bet — over half of the world’s internet users are on it! You can search Google right from the address bar, easily share files via Gmail, and add browser extensions for just about anything. To pull in your sites and preferences:
- Click the three dots in the top corner of Chrome, then pick Bookmarks and lists > Import bookmarks and settings.
- Choose your ex, I mean old browser, in the next box. Select which data you want to get, like bookmarks, and you’re set.
Trying out Microsoft Edge
If you’re a diehard Microsoft fan, its Explorer replacement, Edge, is a robust browser with lots of built-in privacy features. It offers protection from trackers and blocks ad providers from monitoring your activity and learning more about you. To import your old browser’s data:
- Click on the three dots (top right) and select Profiles > Import browser data.
- Open the drop-down menu at the top of the next dialog to choose the browser you’re moving from, then use the checkboxes to select data types (like browsing history).
Giving Apple Safari a go
If you recently switched to a Mac, the default browser, Safari, is convenient and offers great privacy protection. It blocks malicious websites, pop-ups, and cross-site tracking, so you can browse without worrying about being followed.
Plus, Safari’s built-in password manager lets you know if a site you saved was involved in a data breach and helps you change your password. Switching over is simple:
Chrome, Edge and Safari browser settings for better security and performance
Quick — what’s the one app you use more often than just about any other? (If your answer is TikTok, we must have a serious chat about productivity.)
Your browser is likely one of your most used apps. Whether working, playing, planning or researching the latest Apple Gadgets, we rely on our browsers to get the job done.
5 signs of a hacked webcam
You look at your PC or Mac and notice the webcam light is on. But wait, you haven’t even opened your camera.
Hackers or even some creepy admins in a chat room can remotely take over webcams. Terrifying.
Stop! This mistake is loading your device with adware and trackers!
Your computer is sluggish, but you’re not even doing much. Here are five processes you can end right now for a faster, smoother experience. You can thank me later.
Sometimes you must go further to speed up your PC, especially if it’s older. These tricks each take about 60 seconds. Follow those steps, and you’ll clean up some junk, but what about when you install new games, apps, or other software?
Use this easy, free check to see if a site or file contains malware
Hidden malware, hackers and phishers are after your data and bank accounts. But what can you do when you need to visit a website and aren’t sure if it’s safe?
We’ve found an online tool to check websites and files for digital threats before opening them. Keep reading to find out how to use it.
5 great tools to remove pesky programs on your Windows PC
If you’ve ever tried self-diagnosing a slow PC, you’re already familiar with bloatware and other software installed on the computer.
What’s the best way to clean up your PC? Doing it by hand is one option, but you risk deleting something foundational and wasting time. Automation is one option that solves both problems. All you need is the right software.
5 ways to increase your PC's download speed
You may have a poor internet connection if downloads take forever to reach 100%. Outages or poorly-constructed websites could also be to blame. Whatever the cause is, try these tricks to increase the download speed on your PC.
Money-saving tip: How to find coupons that will save you hundreds on bills in 2023
There are tons of steep savings waiting for you to find them. As the cost of living soars, it’s time to expand your horizons and add more money-saving tips to your toolbelt. In this how-to guide, you’ll find strategies to save money with coupons.
Check your browser! These malicious extensions have been installed 1M times
Browser extensions enhance your online experience. They can help with translations, conversions, spellchecking, shopping and blocking popup ads. They allow you to customize your browsing experience and can even change the way websites look. Dark mode is one example of a popular extension.
Sick of buying junk? Spot duds with this new secure shopping browser
The pandemic played a huge role in introducing online shopping to millions of people who otherwise wouldn’t have used it. By some estimates, there will be 300 million regular online shoppers by 2023.
How do you make sure your purchases, your payment methods, and your info are secure? Tap or click for four ways to make online shopping safer.
Delete these browser extensions! Popular downloads hiding malware
We’re all looking for ways to be more productive and make getting things done easier. Apps on your devices are a great way to accomplish almost anything you put your mind to. When you’re working on a computer, you’ll want to add browser extensions for the same type of results.
5 new smart ways to save on Amazon
Amazon is already one of the best places to shop online, but did you know you can save even more money if you know where to look?
Amazon shoppers, especially Prime members, have access to benefits like premium credit cards, subscription orders and other unique ways to save. Tap or click here to see how to get even more out of your Amazon account.
Stream like a pro: 7 Netflix hacks you'll use all the time
No doubt since the coronavirus pandemic hit, you’ve spent more time than you’d care to admit watching Netflix. The streaming service has great hits like “Stranger Things,” “Ozark,” and “The Crown.” Before you sign up for another service, tap or click here for 15 streaming sites that offer free trials.
3 browser extensions to boost your online security
Staying safe online is important but can quickly become complicated. From choosing strong passwords to being careful with what attachments you open to installing the right antivirus software and more, it’s easy to sink time and money into staying safe. Luckily, you can help protect yourself for free by installing browser extensions.
Use this smart hack to link to specific text from a webpage
Have you ever tried to win a friendly argument by linking someone to information you found on the internet, only to be told by your sparring partner that they can’t find what you’re referring to in the text? It’s a frustrating turn of events, but a new Google Chrome extension can help you resolve the issue and prevail as the argument winner every time.
100+ Chrome extensions caught spying - delete them now
Malware creators are getting more and more clever with each passing day. It used to be that malicious attachments and downloads were the biggest areas of concern for malware, but cybercriminals have figured out that it’s much more profitable to disguise their attacks as legitimate apps and browser extensions.
Check Google Chrome! 500+ extensions spreading dangerous malware
It’s no exaggeration to say Google has a malware problem. And we’re not talking about the malware users run into when exploring the web. We’re talking about overlooked malware that floats around on platforms Google actually owns.
Is your Mac at risk for more malware threats?
What’s not to like about a Mac? No matter the model, they’ve got sleek designs, breathtaking displays, robust performance and they’re stable. Without question, Apple produces hearty, reliable computers.
Mac users appreciate their devices. For years fans have extolled Mac’s performance over that of Windows PCs, along with the follow-up brag of how a Mac is an impenetrable computer.
10 ways to get free Amazon gift cards
It’s easy to understand how you can become addicted to shopping on Amazon. You can purchase a myriad of items for a multitude of purposes, all without leaving your home, and even without getting out of your pajamas.