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    Minimize security risks by limiting exactly which sites your extensions can see.

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    Extension Site-Access Audit

    ChromeEdgeBrave

    Audit & Protection • security

    What It Does

    Minimize security risks by limiting exactly which sites your extensions can see.

    Quick Summary

    Adjust site-access settings in extension management.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    1. 1

      Right-click any extension icon > 'Manage Extension'.

    2. 2

      Look for 'Site access'.

    3. 3

      Change from 'All sites' to 'On click' or 'On specific sites'.

    4. 4

      This ensures the extension only runs when you manually activate it.

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