Install ScamSentry Shield
Because ScamSentry is open-source and respects user sovereignty, we choose not to pay the corporate Web Store registration fees. Follow these simple steps to install the browser shield manually.
Download the Package
Click the download button below to retrieve the official verified ScamSentry Shield extension.
ScamSentry-Extension.zip
Version 1.0.0 • Verified Local Build
Once downloaded, extract the contents of the ZIP archive into a dedicated folder on your local drive (e.g. C:\ScamSentry-Extension). Do not delete this folder after installation, as the browser loads it directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why sideload instead of using the Web Store?
Google charges developers to register and upload extensions to the Web Store. Sideloading via Developer Mode allows ScamSentry to remain 100% free and open-source, bypassing store limits and avoiding any financial entry barriers.
Is it safe to enable Developer Mode?
Absolutely. Enabling Developer Mode simply lets you run extensions directly from source directories. ScamSentry runs entirely inside your sandbox and does not transmit your browsing history or private credentials.
How do I update the extension?
To update, download the latest ScamSentry-Extension.zip from this page, extract and replace the files inside your installation folder, then click the refresh icon on the chrome://extensions page.
Does this work on mobile browsers?
Chrome on mobile does not support extensions. However, on Android you can install browsers like Kiwibrowser or Yandex Browser that support Chromium extensions and sideload ScamSentry using the exact same steps.