Google has introduced a new security feature in its Chrome web browser to warn users about potentially dangerous websites before they open them.
The feature uses a two-page warning system, similar to the one introduced in Chrome in 2024 for file downloads. The existing system displays different warning labels, such as Suspicious or Dangerous, to help users assess potential risks before downloading files.
Under the new feature, Chrome will flag websites as suspicious when its system detects similarities with sites associated with scams or malware. Google advises users to visit such websites only if they are confident that the sites are safe.
According to Google, the browser will distinguish between different levels of risk through two types of warnings. Users should exercise caution when encountering a dangerous website warning, while those receiving a high-risk user harm warning are advised to avoid visiting the website altogether.
The two-level warning system is designed to help users better understand the potential risks associated with websites and make informed decisions about whether to proceed.
The warning will appear as a pop-up on both desktop and mobile versions of Chrome. Users will also have an option to mark a website as safe. However, warnings for websites considered more dangerous will be harder to dismiss and may cover the entire screen to discourage users from proceeding.
Google is also working to improve its fraud detection capabilities with the help of its artificial intelligence model, Gemini.
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