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No malware found

In code review (v3.93.2)

Our reviewer read version 3.93.2 — the most recent version we have reviewed — and found no malicious behaviour. The version shown here has not been individually reviewed yet.

What our analysis found

Browsec VPN - Free VPN for Chrome, used by 8,000,000 people, showed no malicious code in Extension Auditor's review. Its permissions mean it can read and change data on all websites, can inject scripts into pages and can observe network requests. It was last updated in September 2026.

The extension is a legitimate VPN service; all permissions align with its core functionality. Code review shows only expected VPN behaviors (authentication passthrough, timezone spoofing, promotional banners, diagnostics, header injection). Data is sent only to publisher-owned infrastructure or standard analytics (Google Analytics), matching the disclosed 'Personally identifiable information' collection category. No hidden data exfiltration, obfuscated payloads, or privilege abuse was found. The publisher is established, the extension is featured, and user ratings are positive.

Browsec VPN - Free VPN for Chrome

Browsec VPN - Free VPN for Chrome

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Supported Languages

🇬🇧British English
🇨🇿Czech
🇩🇰Danish
🇺🇸English
🇬🇷Greek
🇭🇺Hungarian
🇷🇴Romanian
🇷🇺Russian
🇹🇭Thai
🇺🇦Ukrainian

Extension Info & Metadata

Status
Active
Version
3.93.8
Size
3.66 MB
Rating
4.0/5
Reviews
40,446
Users
8,000,000
Type
Extension
Updated
Sep 29, 2026
Category
Productivity Tools
Price
Free
Featured
Yes
Visibility
Listed
Mature
No
By Google
No
Trusted
Yes
This publisherTrack record
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Publisher Contextual Analysis

Author
https://browsec.comView Profile
MX records exist
Yes
Domain exists
Yes
Is disposable
No
Is role-based
Yes
Mailbox exists
Yes
Website
Visit
Extensions
1
Active
1
Obsolete
0
Listed
1
Unlisted
0
Users
8,000,000

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Install growth

Item
Type
Severity
Description
proxy
Permission
Critical
This permission allows the extension to control the browser's proxy settings. Rated Critical because it can route all traffic through potentially malicious proxies, enabling man-in-the-middle attacks and traffic monitoring.
webRequest
Permission
Critical
This permission enables the extension to monitor and analyze all web requests made by the browser. Rated Critical because it can observe all network traffic including sensitive data, track browsing behavior, and gather authentication tokens.
declarativeNetRequest
Permission
Critical
This permission allows the extension to define rules to block, redirect, or modify network requests. Rated Critical because it can control all network traffic, potentially blocking security updates or redirecting to malicious sites.
scripting
Permission
Critical
This permission allows injection and execution of JavaScript on any webpage. Rated Critical because it can modify page content, steal sensitive data, and inject malicious code into any site the extension has access to.
webRequestAuthProvider
Permission
Critical
This permission allows the extension to handle authentication requests and modify authentication headers. Rated Critical because it can intercept login credentials, session tokens, and modify authentication flows to compromise accounts.
<all_urls>
Host
Critical
Broad host access — the extension can read/modify content on every website.
browsingData
Permission
High
This permission clears browsing data, history, and redis. Rated High because it can destroy evidence of malicious activity, clear security logs, and modify browser state.
Dangerous Permission Combination: background,webRequest,storage
Risk Factor
High
Facilitates concealed actions and undetected modifications
Contextual Risk Factors
Risk Factor
High
The following context increases the overall risk: • 10% increase: Early script execution enables pre-emptive content manipulation
Broad Host Permissions
Risk Factor
High
This extension has broad host permissions allowing it to access many or all websites.
Broad Content Script Access
Risk Factor
High
This extension can inject scripts into any website.
storage
Permission
Medium
This permission allows storing data locally in the browser. Rated Medium because it can persist sensitive user data, track user activities over time, and potentially store malicious payloads.
background
Permission
Medium
This permission allows continuous background operation. Rated Medium because it can perform actions without user awareness, consume system resources, and maintain persistent connections.
Early Content Script Execution
Risk Factor
Medium
This extension runs content scripts at document_start.
alarms
Permission
Low
This permission schedules periodic tasks. Rated Low because it can only trigger events at specified times without access to sensitive data.

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About this extension

Browsec VPN is a Chrome VPN extension that protects your IP from Internet threats and lets you browse privately for free.

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Access any site and unblock any content with Browsec free VPN service. ## Subscribe to our Telegram for latest news and updates — @BrowsecVPNofficial Browsec VPN extension is a guaranteed solution to protect your Google Chrome browser and to get unrestricted access to any website on the Net. With Browsec VPN extension for Chrome, you get: A secure IP changer Free multiple virtual locations Unlimited access to music, video, books, and games Stable access to services like Youtube, Hulu, Spotify and many others ☆ Traffic encryption Browsec encrypts your traffic so that no one knows what you’re doing online. With this VPN for Chrome, you don’t have to worry about information leaks and data sniffers. ☆ No limitations Browsec erases geographical restrictions and unblocks any content you want. Use Youtube, Netflix, Hulu, Spotify, Pandora, and other services and social networks even if they are not accessible in your area or blocked. Hide your IP address, change the country, and you’re all set! ☆ Remote servers Browsec has proxy servers all around the world. They ensure a stable and private Internet connection and express access to the sites you need. You can choose the one that suits you best: the United States, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Singapore, and more. ☆ Safety and privacy Browsec values your right to remain unknown. We don’t reveal any of your personal data and don’t let others steal it. You can use public Wi-Fi without worrying about malicious ISPs with our VPN plugin for Chrome. ☆ Premium features Want more? Browsec has got you covered! You can surf the Internet at the speed of up to 100 Mbit thanks to dedicated remote servers. Choose a virtual location from 40+ countries and even match your browser timezone accordingly – and websites will not detect the difference! Select particular servers for different sites and take advantage of other smart settings. SETUP INSTRUCTIONS Get Browsec from the Chrome Store by clicking ‘Add to Chrome.’ Download and install the addon. Open the extension in your browser. Click ‘Protect me’ and choose a virtual location from the list. Now, you can browse anonymously. Browsec Chrome VPN is an easy way to stay safe and secure on the Internet and get the content you want.

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