Google Chrome has security measures in place to help protect you as you browse the web. You can follow steps below to adjust these settings:
- Click the spanner icon on the browser toolbar.
- Select Options (Preferences on Mac and Linux; Settings on a Chromebook).
- Click the Under the Hood tab.
Here are the various settings you can adjust:
Phishing and malware protection
This option is enabled by default in the “Privacy” section. When enabled, Google Chrome warns you if it detects that the site you’re trying to visit is suspected of phishing or containing malware.
SSL certificates and settings
Go to the “HTTPS/SSl” section to manage your SSL certificates and settings.
Web content settings
Click Content settings in the “Privacy” section to adjust your permissions for cookies, images, JavaScript, plug-ins, pop-ups, and location sharing. All web content, except for pop-ups, are allowed by default.
