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Echelon – Scam & Fake News Filter is not yet reviewed by Extension Auditor. Its permissions mean it can read and change data on all websites and can inject scripts into pages. It was last updated in July 2025.
Echelon – Scam & Fake News Filter Edge extension security report
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Scans pages in real time to detect scams, spam, and fake news.
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Echelon is a lightweight yet powerful browser extension that protects users from online scams, misinformation, and suspicious links — all in real time. Built with everyday internet users in mind, it actively scans websites, search results, and social media feeds to detect fraudulent content before it reaches you. ✅ Key Features: 🛡 Real-Time Scam Detection – Uses AI-powered logic and API integrations to detect scammy websites, phishing links, and fake online offers as you browse. 🔍 Fake News Filter – Verifies news articles against a database of trusted sources and flags misleading or fake content. 🔗 Link Safety Scanner – Warns you before clicking on unsafe or unverified links. 📊 Visual Trust Meter – Shows a green-to-red trust score on websites and links to help users assess safety at a glance. 🎛 Filter Control Panel – Users can customize detection sensitivity, filter type (e.g., news, finance, shopping), and toggle the extension on/off. 🌍 Locally Relevant – Designed for Botswana and Southern African contexts, with local scam trends and languages considered. 👥 Who It’s For: General internet users Parents protecting kids Students doing research Elders or people new to the internet Anyone at risk of cyber scams or fake news
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