Is AdGuard Extra (Beta) Safe? — Extension Safety Profile
Quick verdict: AdGuard Extra (Beta) earns a safety grade A, 94.1 out of 100, based on 5 of 5 dimensions.
94.1/100
Grade A · 5 of 5 checks
What we found
Automated safety profile from public signals (the extension's manifest & permissions, store listing, publisher, privacy policy). A full review hasn't been published yet.
What this safety grade means
AdGuard Extra (Beta) earns a safety grade of A (94.1/100), measured across 5 of 5 dimensions. Its strongest area is Maintenance & Ownership (100%). The weakest is Publisher & Identity (60%) — what holds its grade back the most.
On the public records we can check, AdGuard Extra (Beta) comes through cleanly. 100,000 active users/installs reported on the store. Store rating 4.4/5 from 146 user ratings. Last updated on the store 2026-10-06. This is an automated profile, not a hands-on review — so treat the grade as a starting point: open AdGuard Extra (Beta)'s own store listing and privacy policy before installing, and weigh it against the other browser extensions we track below.
Safety Signals
Based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions
| Dimension | Score | Bar | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publisher & Identity | 60% · 4.8/8 pts 2 of 5 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Permissions & Access | 100% · 25/25 pts 3 of 3 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Data & Privacy | 100% · 16/16 pts 4 of 5 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Maintenance & Ownership | 100% · 7.5/7.5 pts 1 of 2 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Community Reputation | 93% · 9.3/10 pts 2 of 4 checks verified | Automated signals |
In-depth safety analysis
This extension focuses on blocking ads and trackers by injecting and running content scripts on every website you visit. The required "read and change all your data on all websites" permission is standard and expected for an ad-blocking tool, as it needs to inspect and modify page elements to filter ads. It can technically see all page content, but this is how its core blocking function works.
Ad-blocking extensions are a popular category, but users should be aware of broader considerations. Since they operate with such broad page access, it's crucial to obtain them from trusted sources to avoid modified versions that could misuse these powerful permissions. AdGuard is a well-known developer, which helps with that trust. These tools can also sometimes interfere with how websites function or display, which is a normal part of filtering.
Based on documented evidence, this extension shows strong Maintenance & Ownership, with a recent update, and has a 100% score for Permissions & Access, indicating its requested capabilities are well-justified for its purpose. The weakest dimension is Publisher & Identity, at 60%, which typically means there is less publicly verifiable information about the legal entity or a limited track record on the Chrome Web Store compared to the other high scores.
AI-assisted analysis of the documented signals above (permissions, store data, privacy practices) — explains what they mean and the risks typical for this category. Not a hands-on test.
What the store listing shows
Who's Behind AdGuard Extra (Beta)?
- Publisher Adguard Software Limited
Public records identify the publisher, but no individual founders or a separate registered company are named — which is what holds the Publisher & Identity score back. Less public information about who operates an extension means less you can verify about their long-term accountability.
How it compares
Among the 838 browser extensions we track, AdGuard Extra (Beta) has the highest safety score.
Computed from our own database of assessed browser extensions — updated as we track more.
Evidence on File (12)
AdGuard Extra (Beta) FAQ
- Is AdGuard Extra (Beta) safe?
- AdGuard Extra (Beta) earns a safety grade of A (94.1/100) on our evidence-based assessment, based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions we could verify from public records. This is an automated profile built from public records, not a hands-on review.
- Who is behind AdGuard Extra (Beta)?
- AdGuard Extra (Beta) is operated by Adguard Software Limited.
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