Why is Ghostery on my computer?

Ghostery is a browser extension, a piece of software that extends the functionality of a web browser on a desktop computer. Ghostery monitors all the different web servers that are being called from a particular web page and matches them with a library of data collection tools (trackers).

What happened to Ghostery?

Ghostery is now a part of Cliqz, which is owned by Mozilla and Hubert Burda Media. Ghostery will continue to provide Evidon and its Data Governance solution with aggregated data about trackers, collected by opt-in, anonymous users of the Ghostery extension.

What do you mean by Ghostery in IE?

Ghostery is your window into the invisible web – tags, web bugs, pixels and beacons that are included on web pages in order to get an idea of your online behavior.

Where can I find Ghostery for edge 8.4.8?

Ghostery for Edge 8.4.8 Discover the web sites that track you and then take back control Add to Watchlist Comment Share Rating: (0) (0) Operating Systems: Windows 10 License: Freeware Developer: Evidon, Inc. Software Cost: Free Category Security Date Updated: 07 May 2020 Downloads To Date: 726 Languages:

What are the default settings for Ghostery 8?

New default settings With Ghostery 8, Enhanced Anti-Tracking, Enhanced Ad Blocking and Smart Blocking are default settings that deliver a cleaner, faster, and safer browsing experience from the get go. These settings can be adjusted at any time.

Is there a way to download Ghostery for free?

Download.com has removed the direct-download link following the publisher’s request and offers this page for informational purposes only. Ghostery is your window into the invisible web – tags, web bugs, pixels and beacons that are included on web pages in order to get an idea of your online behavior.