Privacy Tweaks for Chrome

Browsing the Internet poses privacy-related risks, as most websites you visit most probably include all kinds of trackers to collect information about your habits and your preferences. However, there are ways to improve your privacy and protect your online identity. Privacy Tweaks for Chrome is an extension that brings together multiple options for a more secure and worry-free browsing experience in Google Chrome.

The extension is easily installed from the Chrome Web Store and is ready to use in no time. You should notice the new icon in the browser toolbar as soon as the addon is active.

Clicking on the icon reveals the list of available tweaks and changes you can apply to your Chrome browser, all related to security and privacy, as detailed below.

First, Privacy Tweaks can be used to block all the advertisements a website you visit might display in Google Chrome.

Other tracking attempts can also be stopped, along with the WebRTC service, which shares information about your IP address with the pages you access. Your computer’s timezone and your real geographical location can be changed without a lot of hassle, but you have to specify the new timezone and geolocation in the Settings area. And speaking about geolocation and the IP address, Privacy Tweaks for Chrome also comes with integrated support for proxy connections.

Aside from the above, Privacy Tweaks for Chrome can also erase other traces you might leave behind during your online sessions. For instance, it can block canvas, WebGL, AudioControl and font fingerprints.

By default, Privacy Tweaks for Chrome applies its settings regardless of the page you visit but please keep in mind that you can create a whitelist that includes exceptions. The tweaks can be easily applied by using a simple checkmark, no restart required. Configuring it is extremely intuitive, providing a convenient and fast way to enhance your overall browsing experience.