

In the search settings box, type in Security. Learn more about Microsoft Defender SmartScreen.Launch Edge and click on the three dots to go into the settings menu. The website was flagged because it may be trying to trick you into installing something dangerous or revealing your personal information such as passwords or credit cards. Using this site will put your privacy and security at risk.

This website has been flagged by Microsoft Defender SmartScreen. Suspicious or dangerous website (phishing or malware) Microsoft Edge suggests you don’t enter personal information into this site or avoid using it altogether. The information sent to and from it is not secure and can be intercepted by an attacker or seen by others. This website's certificate is invalid or something is severely wrong with the security of the site. Outdated security configuration (not valid, expired, self-signed) If possible, contact the website owner to request that their site protect its data with a secure connection. There's a risk to your personal data when sending or receiving information from this site. The information sent to and from it is not secure and can be intercepted by an attacker or seen by others. This website doesn't have a valid certificate. However, even websites with valid certificates may have a poor reputation, so always check the URL in the address bar to be sure you’re on the intended site before you enter any information. The information sent to and from the site is secure and can't be intercepted by an attacker. The website you’re visiting has a valid certificate issued by a trusted authority. The following information explains what each state means and provides tips for how to make smart decisions for your browsing:

The connection icon in the address bar has four different states. However, if the address is a known phishing or malware site, Microsoft Defender SmartScreen will determine and indicate that.

The connection doesn't tell you about the site's reputation. The connection tells you whether the information sent to and from the site, such as passwords, addresses, or credit cards, is securely sent and can't be intercepted by an attacker. This icons helps you determine if you can safety send to and receive information from the site. Microsoft Edge helps you determine if a website is safe for browsing.Īs you browse the web, you'll see an icon in the address bar that indicates the security of the connection to the site you're visiting.
