Upgraded safety check and one-time website permissions aim to enhance user data protection
Google has introduced a series of new security updates on Thursday aimed at enhancing user protection and data control while browsing the web. Andrew Kamau, Chrome product manager at Google, revealed that the latest version of the browser includes an upgraded Safety Check feature, now running automatically in the background with enhanced safeguards for Chrome users.
One of the key improvements is proactive protection against deceptive notifications, where Chrome will automatically revoke notification permissions from websites identified by Google Safe Browsing as misleading users. Kamau explained that this is part of Google’s ongoing efforts to shield users from potentially harmful sites.
In addition, Safety Check will now scan desktop Chrome extensions for security risks, offering a quick way for users to review and remove problematic extensions via a summary panel. The update will also continue to alert users of any security patches or password vulnerabilities requiring attention.
Google is also rolling out new privacy and security features. A one-tap unsubscribe option for site notifications, previously available only to Google Pixel users, will soon be expanded to other Android devices. This feature allows users to quickly unsubscribe from notifications directly from the drawer.
Another key update is the one-time website permissions feature, which gives users more control over what data they share. On both Android and desktop, users can grant permissions – such as access to cameras or microphones on a temporary basis, with Chrome automatically revoking them once the site is exited.
These changes aim to deliver a safer browsing experience, giving users more visibility and control over their data while using Chrome.
