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Private and secure browsing

Privacy isn’t a feature, it’s a right, and we take on strict practices, security upgrades, and policies to protect it.

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Online security starts with your browser

It’s our job to safeguard your data, and we take that job seriously. Shift is built to keep your data secure and protect you from risky websites or downloads that threaten your privacy.

Your data belongs to you

Shift keeps you anonymous by default, and if you choose to share data with us, it’s always encrypted and handled according to strict international privacy standards.

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Advanced protection built into your browser

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Security protection is on by default

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Warnings for unsafe, unsecure, or malicious sites with Google Web Risk

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Scans Avira’s database of unsafe files and known viruses

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Stops unsafe downloads before they save to your computer

Download without worrying

Powered by Avira, Shift adds an extra layer of security with download scanning that protects you from unwanted files or malware that your local anti-virus software might not be aware of yet.

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Safely store your passwords without a third-party app

Your passwords are encrypted and stored locally so you can securely use auto-fill for log in and payment. Shift also offers a security checkup that identifies duplicate or weak passwords.

Protected by Google Web Risk

Shift uses Google's secure Web Risk service to continuously scan URLs and domains to detect unsafe or malicious content. This additional layer protects you from phishing, malware, and hidden threats.

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Secure browsing built on Chromium, reinforced by Shift

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Isolated processes

Web content runs in separate, sand-boxed processes to contain potential threats.

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Secure extensions

Shift prevents malicious extensions from accessing your data or affecting your browsing without your knowledge.

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Security updates

Chromium updates improve protection against malware, data leaks, and zero-day attacks.

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Sync Shift

Data sync across all your signed-in devices to back up your account.

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Private browsing

Browse without saving your history, cookies, or other data.

Frequently asked questions

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