Security
Learn how Wiser Browser keeps you safe online without compromising your privacy.
Certificates #
Wiser Browser uses TLS certificates to verify the identity of websites and establish encrypted connections. When you visit a site over HTTPS, the browser validates the site's certificate against trusted Certificate Authorities (CAs) stored on your operating system.
Certificate Transparency (CT) enforcement is enabled by default, requiring websites to provide publicly auditable proof that their certificates were legitimately issued. This protects against compromised or rogue Certificate Authorities.
You can view a site's certificate by clicking the lock icon in the address bar. Advanced certificate management is available in Settings > Privacy and Security > Security > Manage certificates.
Content Settings #
Content settings let you control what websites are allowed to do in your browser, including running JavaScript, displaying images, playing audio, and using plugins. Wiser Browser defaults to restrictive settings that protect your privacy while maintaining a functional browsing experience.
You can configure content settings globally or on a per-site basis. Per-site overrides are useful when a specific site needs a capability (such as camera access for video calls) that you prefer to keep disabled by default.
Access content settings at Settings > Privacy and Security > Site Settings.
Downloads #
Wiser Browser scans downloaded files against locally-stored threat signatures to warn you about potentially dangerous files such as malware or unwanted software. Download scanning is performed entirely on your device -- file contents are never uploaded to any remote server.
Dangerous file types (executables, scripts, archives) trigger an additional warning before they can be opened. You can choose to keep or discard flagged files based on your own judgment.
Download behavior can be configured in Settings > Downloads, including the default save location and whether to ask before each download.
HTTPS #
Wiser Browser enforces HTTPS connections by default using HTTPS-First mode. When you navigate to a website, the browser first attempts a secure HTTPS connection. If the site does not support HTTPS, you will see a warning before proceeding over an unencrypted HTTP connection.
Unlike Chrome, which may fall back silently to HTTP, Wiser Browser makes it clear when a connection is not encrypted. This helps you make informed decisions about which sites to trust with your data.
HTTPS-First mode can be configured in Settings > Privacy and Security > Security. We recommend keeping it enabled at all times.
Permissions #
Websites may request access to device capabilities such as your camera, microphone, location, notifications, and clipboard. Wiser Browser requires explicit permission for every sensitive capability, and these permissions can be revoked at any time.
Permission requests appear as a prompt at the top of the page. You can choose to allow once, allow always for that site, or deny. Denied permissions do not generate repeated prompts unless you reset them manually.
Review and manage all site permissions at Settings > Privacy and Security > Site Settings. Wiser Browser also provides a quick overview of permissions for the current site by clicking the lock icon in the address bar.
Safe Browsing #
Safe Browsing in Wiser Browser protects you from known phishing sites, malware distribution pages, and deceptive software. All threat checking is performed using locally-stored databases that are updated periodically in the background.
Wiser Browser does not use Chrome's "Enhanced Safe Browsing" mode, which sends URLs and page content to Google's servers in real time. Our local-only approach provides effective protection while guaranteeing that your browsing history is never shared with any third party.
When a dangerous site is detected, Wiser Browser displays a full-page warning with details about the threat. You can proceed at your own risk or navigate away safely.
Safety Tips #
Wiser Browser displays safety tips when it detects that a website might be trying to impersonate a legitimate site. These tips appear as a banner below the address bar, alerting you when a URL is suspiciously similar to a well-known website.
Safety tips help you avoid lookalike domains that are commonly used in phishing attacks. For example, if you visit "g00gle.com," the browser will suggest that you might have intended to visit "google.com."
These checks are based on pattern matching performed locally in the browser and do not involve sending the URL to any external service.