ExterminAI - Malicious Extension Detector

About

ExterminAI Extension is a free browser security tool that protects you from malicious Chrome extensions. It works by scanning everything you have installed against the ExterminAI malicious extensions database - a continuously maintained collection of known harmful extensions sourced from security researchers and threat intelligence reports around the web.

Instant Manual Scanning
Open the popup at any time to see a full list of every extension installed in your browser, complete with its name and unique extension ID. Hit the Scan button to instantly cross-reference your list against the database. Results appear in seconds - each extension is clearly labelled as CLEAN or MALICIOUS. Any flagged extension includes a direct link to the original threat report, so you can read exactly why it was flagged and make an informed decision.

One-Click Removal
If a malicious extension is detected, you do not need to go hunting through Chrome settings to remove it. ExterminAI Extension surfaces a Remove button directly on the flagged entry. Click it, confirm Chrome's prompt, and the extension is gone - all without leaving the popup.

Flexible Automatic Scanning
You are in full control of how and when your extensions are monitored. From the popup, choose your preferred auto-scan schedule:

Every 12 hours - for users who want frequent, near-real-time protection
Daily - a solid default for most users
Weekly - a lighter touch for those who install extensions infrequently
Monthly - a periodic check for minimal disruption
Disabled - if you prefer to scan manually on your own terms

Background Monitoring with Badge Alerts
When auto-scan is enabled, ExterminAI Extension runs silently in the background on your chosen schedule - no popups, no interruptions. If a threat is found, a red badge appears on the extension icon in your toolbar, letting you know something needs your attention the next time you glance at your browser. Open the popup to see what was found and when the scan ran. The badge clears automatically once you open the popup.

Privacy First
No account is required to use this extension. Your list of installed extensions is never uploaded, shared, or logged anywhere. All scanning happens locally inside your browser - your data stays yours. The only external request made is fetching the publicly available malicious extensions database to compare against.