safebrowsingprotocol

noun

UK /ˌseɪf ˈbraʊzɪŋ ˈprəʊtəkɒl/

US /ˌseɪf ˈbraʊzɪŋ ˈproʊtəkɔːl/

A set of rules that helps keep people safe while they look at websites.

The browser uses the safebrowsingprotocol to warn you about dangerous links.

SYNONYMS

safe browsing standard web safety rules browser safety protocol security protocol

RELATED WORDS

browser malware phishing warning page web safety

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A technical system that checks web addresses against lists of harmful sites.

The safebrowsingprotocol blocked the fake bank page before it loaded.

3. A way for computers to share information about unsafe websites.

Updates to the safebrowsingprotocol help browsers spot new threats.

4. A safety feature built into some web browsers to protect users from scams.

You can turn on the safebrowsingprotocol in your browser settings.