What WOT does

WOT: Website Security & Safety Checker is a browser extension published by WOT Services. Microsoft Edge Add-ons places it in the Search-Tools category and describes it as follows: “Stay safe online with WOT, the ultimate website security and safety check extension” This page combines the verified store entry, installation steps, first-use guidance, permissions and current product notes so readers can decide whether it fits their workflow.

WOT is most relevant to research workflows where finding, checking or comparing information is the main task. It is available through the official Chrome and Edge store links recorded above. Store availability can change by region or browser version, so use the button for the browser currently installed rather than searching for a similarly named copy.

Stay safe online with WOT, the ultimate website security and safety check extension
Check website security easily with the WOT Edge Extension.
Just like how we take steps to protect ourselves in the physical world, it's important to protect ourselves in the digital world as well.
This is why we’ve developed features such as our website safety checker, anti-phishing alerts, identity theft protection, and more.

How to install WOT in Chrome and Edge

Open the official store icon for the browser you currently use: in Chrome choose Add to Chrome; and in Microsoft Edge choose Get. Confirm that the title is WOT: Website Security & Safety Checker and the developer is WOT Services, then read the permission dialog before accepting the installation.

After installation, keep the extension enabled and open the type of page for which it was designed. Some extensions open a welcome tab, while others wait for a toolbar click or add controls directly to supported pages. Follow the first screen shown by WOT; do not grant optional site access until a feature actually needs it.

Use the official Chrome and Edge store entry rather than a third-party download file.
Match the developer name: WOT Services.
Review permissions before confirming the installation.

Getting started with WOT

Pin the extension, open its popup or supported page, and look for the primary action described in the official listing. Start with a non-sensitive page so you can learn what changes the extension makes. If the extension offers account sync, cloud processing or paid services, read the sign-in screen and current plan terms before uploading private material.

Stay safe online with WOT, the ultimate website security and safety check extension

Stay safe online with WOT, the ultimate website security and safety check extension
Check website security easily with the WOT Edge Extension.
Just like how we take steps to protect ourselves in the physical world, it's important to protect ourselves in the digital world as well.

Features documented by the official listing

Just like how we take steps to protect ourselves in the physical world, it's important to protect ourselves in the digital world as well. This is why we’ve developed features such as our website safety checker, anti-phishing alerts, identity theft protection, and more. Block malicious sites with the click of a button.

WOT is the #1 solution for website security, website safety, and online safety.

Stay safe online with WOT, the ultimate website security and safety check extension
Check website security easily with the WOT Edge Extension.
Just like how we take steps to protect ourselves in the physical world, it's important to protect ourselves in the digital world as well.
This is why we’ve developed features such as our website safety checker, anti-phishing alerts, identity theft protection, and more.

Practical ways to use WOT

A useful first workflow is to choose one repeatable task that matches the official description, complete it once with WOT, and compare the result with the same task without the extension. This makes it easier to judge whether the saved steps, added information or page changes are valuable enough to keep the extension enabled.

For work or study, test the extension on a copy or non-critical item before relying on it for an important deadline. For shopping, security, translation, AI or content-processing tools, independently verify prices, warnings, translations and generated output. Browser extensions can assist a decision, but they do not replace the original website, professional advice or a backup of important data.

Begin with one representative page or task.
Compare the result before and after enabling the extension.
Keep a backup when the workflow changes or exports important information.

Free features, paid plans and account requirements

The official description mentions premium, paid, subscription or trial features but does not provide a complete current price table in the captured store data. Check the developer’s pricing page for exact limits, regional prices, renewal terms and cancellation rules before paying.

Confirm whether an account is required for the feature you need.
Check whether a free tier limits usage, devices, storage or advanced controls.
Verify renewal and cancellation terms on the developer website.

Permissions, privacy and version information

The captured version 5.8.2 manifest declares or requests items including: tabs, contextMenus, webNavigation, webRequest, declarativeNetRequest, declarativeNetRequestFeedback, storage, scripting, alarms, www.mywot.com. This list describes technical access requested by the extension; it does not by itself prove how the developer uses data. Read the browser prompt and disable site access that is optional for your workflow. The developer also links to a privacy policy at https://www.mywot.com/privacy.

The Edge listing reports an update date of 1740925062.465376. The Edge listing recorded 152,487 active installs and a 4.3/5 average from 87 ratings at the research date. These figures are time-sensitive store counters, not daily active users, paying customers or proof that the extension is safe for every use case.

Manifest version: 3
Recorded extension version: 5.8.2
Privacy policy: https://www.mywot.com/privacy

Common questions about WOT

People searching for “wot website security & safety checker” or related terms such as “wot: website security & safety checker and website security and safety checker” usually need the official download, a setup guide or confirmation that the extension still supports their browser. Use the store icons at the top of this page, then follow the installation and first-use steps above. The recorded links point to the product entries; this site does not repackage or host the extension file.

If WOT does not appear after installation, check the Extensions menu, confirm that it is enabled, pin its icon and reload the target page. If a feature still fails, review site-access settings, account status and the current official help material. Disable the extension temporarily when diagnosing page conflicts, and uninstall it if the requested permissions or behavior no longer match your needs.

Reload the target tab after changing extension settings.
Check site access and account status before reinstalling.
Use the developer support channel for product-specific errors.

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