Looking for a Firefox-style browser with malware checks built in? Comodo IceDragon is Comodo's Firefox-based browser that adds SiteInspector page scanning and Comodo Secure DNS. Development has stalled, though: its last release is built on Firefox 65 from 2019, so it lacks years of security fixes.
How does SiteInspector check a page?
SiteInspector scans web pages for malware from the browser. You can check a suspicious link before opening it, with no separate scanner. It checks web pages only, not files on your PC.
What does Comodo Secure DNS do?
IceDragon includes Comodo Secure DNS as an integrated DNS service. DNS lookups then go through Comodo's servers, which block known malicious and phishing domains.
Will Firefox extensions work in IceDragon?
IceDragon supports Firefox plug-ins and extensions, so users can add compatible browser add-ons for tasks such as changing browser behavior or adding features. Newer add-ons that require a recent Firefox version may not install.
Pros
- SiteInspector scans web pages for malware from within the browser
- Comodo Secure DNS is integrated into the browser
- Firefox plug-ins and extensions are supported
- Includes added privacy and performance enhancements over its Firefox core
Cons
- No longer updated; based on an old Firefox release
- Missing years of browser security fixes
System requirements: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1
Is Comodo IceDragon still updated?
No new versions have appeared since its Firefox 65-based release in 2019. A current browser such as Firefox itself is safer for daily use.
Can IceDragon use Firefox extensions?
Yes, older Firefox add-ons work; ones that need a newer Firefox may not.