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Introduction

CyberShield is a real-time URL security scanner designed to identify potentially harmful websites before you visit them. By leveraging the Google Safe Browsing API, CyberShield provides instant feedback on whether a link is associated with phishing, malware, or other social engineering threats.

How to Use

Using CyberShield is straightforward:

  • Step 1: Copy the URL you wish to check.
  • Step 2: Paste it into the scanner input box on the home page.
  • Step 3: Press Enter or click the Scan Now button.
  • Step 4: Review the results and threat categories if flagged.

Understanding Results

CyberShield categorizes URLs into two main states:

SAFE No Threats Detected

This means the URL is not currently listed in the Google Safe Browsing database as a threat. While highly reliable, we always recommend caution when visiting new or unfamiliar websites.

DANGER Threat Detected!

The URL has been flagged as malicious. Common threat types include:

  • Malware: Sites that attempt to install harmful software on your device.
  • Social Engineering (Phishing): Sites that try to trick you into revealing sensitive information (passwords, credit cards).
  • Unwanted Software: Sites that encourage the download of deceptive programs.

For Developers

To run CyberShield locally for development purposes, ensure you have Node.js installed and follow these steps:

git clone https://github.com/Mrinalray/Cybershield_URL.git
cd Cybershield_URL
npm install
node server.js