The Latest Breaking News from the Chrome Web Store

Nothing's new tool makes sharing between Android and desktop easier — and it does one thing differently

Nothing has launched Warp, a new tool for sharing files across Android and desktop devices.

Android Central · Apr 15

108 malicious Chrome extensions found stealing data and injecting ads into every page you visit — delete them right now

Security researchers have uncovered a new coordinated campaign which uses malicious extensions to steal user data and hijack browsing sessions.

Tom’s Guide · Apr 14

300,000+ Chrome users installed these malicious extensions posing as AI assistants — delete them right now

Unsuspecting Chrome users put their browsing data at risk by installing these 30 extensions which promised quick access to AI but were really after their passwords, emails and other data.

Tom’s Guide · Feb 12

Google Chrome extensions hit in major attack - dozens of developers affected, so be on your guard

Google says most of the affected extensions have been removed from the Chrome Web Store.

TechRadar · Jan 23, 2025

Over 600,000 Chrome users at risk after 16 browser extensions compromised by hackers — what you need to know

Browser extensions are under attack from hackers who are adding malicious code to them in order to steal cookies and credentials from Chrome users.

Tom’s Guide · Dec 30, 2024

Google Chrome is disabling one of the world’s biggest ad blockers — what you need to know

uBlock Origin is one of the best ad blockers, but it may not work for much longer. All thanks to Google.

Tom’s Guide · Oct 16, 2024

Google warns it will end support for uBlock Origin soon "because it doesn't follow best practices for Chrome extensions" — leaving over 30 million users susceptible to intrusive ads

Google warned it's ending support for the Manifest V2 framework soon via the Chrome Web Store. This means uBlock Origin and other extensions that aren't Manifest V3 compliant won't be supported much longer.

Windows Central · Oct 14, 2024

Google Chrome users, be warned: a long-planned change to browser extensions is coming to fruition that could nuke your ad blocker

Google's new extension platform aims to enhance security and performance, but raises questions over the future of ad blockers in Chrome.

TechRadar · Aug 7, 2024

Over 280 million at risk from malware-filled Chrome extensions — how to stay safe

Malicious browser extensions are a serious threat that can put you, your data and your devices at risk.

Tom’s Guide · Jun 24, 2024

How to take screenshots on Google Chrome on Windows 10 and 11

Google Chrome doesn't include a screenshot feature, but you can use other tools, such as Chrome's DevTools, Snipping Tool, and Chrome extensions. Here's how.

Windows Central · May 12, 2024