Startpage launches Privacy Protection browser extension to block cookies and ad trackers

Startpage is a familiar name for internet users with an interest in privacy. Not content with providing a privacy-centric alternative to Google's search engine, the company has launched more private rivals to other Google products, with Private Language Translator being a recent launch.  Now the company has a new browser extension which has been designed to keep internet users safe. Offering protection from 'Big Tech', which Startpage points out is 'recording and auctioning off your personal data' is the new Startpage Privacy Protection extension. Available for Chrome and Firefox, the extension not only blocks ad, social and cookie-based trackers, but… [Continue Reading]