The avast Secure Browser is a privacy-focused browser that includes additional security and privacy features. Its built-in anti-phishing and anti-tracking features make browsing online safer. Bank Mode protects you when you shop or perform online banking. It even blocks your keyboard to protect your information from keylogging malware and listening in. The browser also works with Avast Free Antivirus, which makes it double-safe for users to use.
Avast Secure Browser may look similar to Chrome at first time you open it. It is based on Chromium. The home page has a search bar, and you can include shortcuts to websites. The browser has a feature called adblock that blocks unwanted ads on websites using the uBlock plug-in. You can select from three different ad blocking settings which are Essential, Balanced and Strict. Strict provides the most protection but it could cause some websites to not load properly. You can also add websites to the exclusion list if wish to display ads on them or in the event that the adblocker plugin is causing issues with the site’s rendering.
Additionally, the Avast Secure Browser Pro comes with many additional extensions that you can install. This is a great way to personalize the features of the browser. Another benefit is that the browser allows you to sync your bookmarks and history across different platforms, including mobile devices.