Introduction
The Threat Protection Pro™ crypto wallet address checker feature allows you to identify potentially dangerous crypto wallet addresses while browsing the web.
How does the email protection work?
- Link analysis – Threat Protection Pro™ automatically scans all links found within your Gmail emails.
- Threat check – Each link is checked against a database of known threats to identify any association with phishing, scams, or other malicious activities.
- Warning – If a link is flagged as potentially dangerous, a visible warning will appear directly in your email. If no threats are found, no warnings are shown, keeping your inbox clean and secure.
Requirements
Ensure that you have the NordVPN Plus or Ultimate subscription active and that the NordVPN application is installed on your macOS or Windows device.
Here's what to do
- Open the NordVPN app.
- Navigate to the “Threat Protection Pro™” section.
- Click "Advanced browsing protection."
- Toggle the "Crypto wallet address checker" feature to the on position:
Additional tips
How to ensure a crypto wallet's safety
- Double-check wallet addresses before making any transactions.
- Avoid copying addresses from suspicious or unverified sources.
- Enable two-factor authentication on all accounts associated with crypto activity.
- Use trusted platforms and wallets.
- Keep your browser, extensions, and antivirus software up to date.
- Don't click on crypto links blindly.
