Chrome Cracks Down on Shady Extensions Like Honey

Google Chrome has had it with 'shady' extensions. A new policy crackdown is targeting affiliate extensions particularly, those accused of aggressive marketing and hidden data collection.

Browser extensions started as helpful tools, offering everything from ad-blocking to coupon-finding. However, some extensions, especially shopping-focused one's like Honey, have faced criticism for questionable practices, such as injecting affiliate links without clear user consent or silently collecting data.

Google Chrome is now rolling out stricter rules to address these issues. The goal is to ensure extensions are transparent, respect user privacy, and provide genuine value. Those who break these rules could face removal from the Chrome Web Store or browser restrictions.

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For users, these changes mean a cleaner, faster browsing experience with fewer intrusive pop-ups and misleading offers.

Google’s move reflects a growing focus on user privacy and transparency in the tech industry. As the rules take effect, users can expect a more streamlined and secure browsing experience, with fewer distractions and better control over their data.