SearchProtect
SearchProtect is a browser security extension that intercepts and modifies search queries to filter potentially malicious websites, phishing attempts, and other unsafe results. It is typically bundled with or installed alongside other applications as an optional component. The extension monitors search activity and claims to protect users from visiting compromised or dangerous pages by integrating with major search engines and browsers. SearchProtect has been distributed as both a standalone tool and as part of larger software bundles from various vendors.
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1 suggestionWe could not find reliable current information about SearchProtect's development status or whether a native Apple Silicon build is available. Given that the app bundle ID suggests it may be maintained by Perion, contact the vendor directly to confirm whether they have shipped or plan to ship a native Apple Silicon version. This is particularly important because you have approximately 27 months until macOS 28 releases in September 2028 and Apple removes Rosetta 2 — at that point, any Intel-only build will stop launching entirely. If you currently rely on SearchProtect, ask the vendor for their timeline and roadmap. In the meantime, consider whether modern macOS built-in security features (Gatekeeper, XProtect, and Safari's Fraudulent Site Warnings) combined with browsing carefully and keeping macOS updated might already provide similar protections, potentially reducing the need for a third-party extension altogether.
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