Google Safe Browsing Checker: Threat Types Explained

Our Google Safe Browsing Checker conducts thorough checks for several types of online threats associated with a given URL. Here's a breakdown of the various threat categories it examines:

• MALWARE: This tool verifies if the provided URL is linked with any malicious software that could harm your computer, steal sensitive information, or disrupt operations.
• SOCIAL_ENGINEERING: We inspect for signs of deceitful tactics that trick users into revealing personal information, like phishing attacks. These threats often involve websites impersonating trustworthy entities to deceive users.
• UNWANTED_SOFTWARE: Our tool scans for any indications that a URL may be associated with software that is misleading, harmful, or invasive, i.e., applications that a user wouldn’t want installed on their systems.
• POTENTIALLY_HARMFUL_APPLICATION: This check is designed to detect any associations with potentially harmful applications. These include applications that are excessively harmful to the device, unnecessarily access sensitive information, or function in a manner that is not transparent to the user.
• API_ABUSE: The tool also inspects if a given URL is linked with threats that could lead to the abuse of the website's API, causing a disruption in the service.
• THREAT_TYPE_UNSPECIFIED: This is a default threat category and should not be used.

We ensure these checks are performed across all types of platforms (ANY_PLATFORM), offering a comprehensive safety review regardless of the device or operating system you're using.

By leveraging these categories, our Google Safe Browsing Checker helps you maintain robust online safety, providing the confidence you need to browse the web securely.