The internet has recently become a dangerous environment, as the daily user population is increasing and cyber-criminals are working overtime. Most people consider Google Chrome as their go-to tool for browsing.
Google says it is dedicated to protecting the data of its users. Some may feel that they can also violate your privacy, however, in terms of phishing and malware sites, they claim to have your back.
Safe Browsing technology is among the new features that Google Chrome has introduced to its web browser. It provides warning notifications like "Deceptive Site Ahead." Up next we're going to tell you what that means.
What Is the Deceptive Site Ahead Warning?
Deceptive Site Ahead is an alert message that users usually notice while using the Google Chrome browser to access a website. Albeit without the online security of the third-party antivirus, you would possibly run into one or more security warnings along the way.
This prevents the user from visiting the website as it is tainted with malware or a threat that the browser definition considers malicious for the user to access. It's particularly helpful if you are walking around the dark parts of the internet, or clicking on pop-ups or advertisements.
Deceptive sites (also known as "phishing" or "social engineering" sites) attempt to deceive you into doing something risky online, like sharing passwords or personal information, usually through a fake website.
This alert processes the website as a dangerous opportunity for a data breach or cyber-attack. Chrome sees the Deceptive site as a Phishing platform. You can send a report when any of this occurs, close the tab, and avoid the site in the future or just open it if you feel you should trust it.
How to Avoid "Deceptive Site Ahead" Messages
The adware behind the fake warnings about the Deceptive Site Ahead is not an ingenious virus. It cannot run on its own. Entering in requires your permission.
It makes use of a lot of trickery to get authorization. Normally, it hits another software for a ride. So when browsing the Internet and downloading / installing software, pay close attention to this.
Google explains that deceptive websites can trick you into doing something illegal, such as downloading software or disclosing your personal information ( for example, passwords, phone numbers, or credit cards).
However, most deceptive advertisements look legitimate, they are distinguishable, as most connect to survey gambling, adult dating, and other questionable sites. Uninstall all suspicious applications and browser plug-ins when you encounter such redirects.
How Do I Stop a Deceptive Site Ahead Warning?
It's an integrated component of Chrome that could be disabled if you want to. First, doing that is not recommended because it's a form of security. However, if you insist you'll need to change your browser settings.
This is how to disable the Deceptive site ahead prompt in Chrome.
1. Open Chrome.
2. Click on the 3-dot menu in the far right corner, and open Settings.
3. Scroll down and expand the Advanced section.
4. Navigate to Privacy & security.
5. Disable Protect you and your device from dangerous sites.
If you follow these instructions, you will no longer see these warning messages on your screen. However, you'll need to protect your machine from cyber attacks through some other means.
The use of an AdBlocker to resolve pop-ups and antivirus for online security is recommended.
Bottom Line
The security alert "Deceptive Site Ahead" can be annoying if you know that site ahead isn't deceptive. The warning will, however, shield you from deceptive sites, or in Google's words, those in which some manner of ‘phishing’ is going on.
