How does the Halo extension work, and what data does it collect?

The Halo extension operates within each browser profile where it’s installed, connecting securely to our platform over a high-performance protocol. As users browse, each URL is seamlessly validated against configuration profiles and categorized to ensure compliance with security policies. Our extension checks every URL against threat protection feeds in real time to detect potential malware or phishing risks. Suppose a site matches a blocked category, is flagged by configuration settings, or is identified as a known malware or phishing source. In that case, Halo protects the user by blocking access to the site. The extension collects minimal, essential data such as URLs visited (for threat validation purposes) and the user's authentication status to enable this protection. This data is managed with strict privacy controls to maintain user confidentiality and compliance with data protection standards.