Protect toolbar
Yandex.Browser uses a multifaceted security system called Protect. Information about how Protect handles elements is displayed in a special toolbar. In addition to being informative, the Protect toolbar gives you quick access to your settings so that you can use the internet safely and conveniently.
View security information
The Protect toolbar is on the right side of the SmartBox. It displays one or more status icons. To find out more about your current status and security settings, click any icon in the panel.
You may see the following icons in the Protect toolbar:
| Icon | Protect function |
|---|---|
        | Connection status |
   | Protected Wi-Fi |
 | Protected mode |
  | Protect your credit cards |
 | Protect passwords |
 | Warn about mobile subscriptions or SMS fraud |
 | Dangerous page |
           | Site permissions |
 | Turbo mode |
Manage security settings
For your convenience, a few general security settings that apply to all sites at all times are included in the Protect toolbar. To change these settings:
- In the right part of SmartBox, click any Protect toolbar icon.
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From the window that opens in the Security settings section, select the appropriate options:
- Warn when entering important passwords on unfamiliar sites, — to activate password phishing protection.
- Warn when entering bank card numbers on dangerous sites — to activate credit card protection.
- Block ads with shocking or unpleasant images — to get rid of intrusive ads on websites.
You can find more security settings and rules for handling website elements:
- for the current site — on the Protect panel (click More details)
- for all sites — in the browser settings.