VirusTotal extension for the Chrome web browser
VT4Browsers for Chrome is a free security add-on that was developed by VirusTotal. It is the official VirusTotal extension for the Google Chrome web browser. It lets users scan files or links they receive and use for any potential viruses or malicious malware that might be hidden inside them.
Similar to ESET Internet Security or AVG Internet Security, VT4Browsers for Chrome help make browsing the internet safer. What makes it stand out is that it’s a more lightweight solution that can seamlessly integrate with Google Chrome. It’s accessible within the web browser without needing to open other programs.
Safer internet browsing
VirusTotal is a popular internet security website that offers free online scanning services to users who want to check their files and URL links for any viruses, malware, or anything suspicious. You simply need to upload a file from your PC or paste a site link, and it will immediately check them using its aggregate database of antivirus programs and scan engines.
VT4Browsers for Chrome was made by the same developer and is an extension for Google Chrome. You’ll no longer need to go to the VirusTotal website in order to scan files and links as the functionality is now fully added into the browser itself. Go to its settings menu, and you can automatically scan files and even set specific formats only if you want.
For website links, this add-on for Chrome employs an intuitive method that allows you to scan them via your right-click contextual menu. You can even automate some actions based on specific conditions you set via an API key. One thing to note is that it would occasionally log you out of your account on some websites and online portals. Other times, it won’t let you log in unless you disable it.
A lot more accessible and convenient
If you’ve been a long-time user of VirusTotal and its online services, you’ll be glad to know that you can now have a more convenient and seamless experience with their browser extensions through VT4Browsers for Chrome. It requires minimal setup and works right away. Your files are automatically scanned and you can scan links with a simple right-click menu. Highly recommended.
