Baidu Browser () is a
WebKit
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and
Trident
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web browser
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developed by the Chinese software company
Baidu
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for
Personal Computers
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and
mobile phone
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s. The
Windows
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version of Baidu Browser contains a feature for proxy requests to certain websites, which permits access to some websites that are normally blocked in China, it also leaks search terms, hard drive serial number, network MAC address, as well as the title of all visited webpages. GPU model number is also transmitted. It had a built in ad-blocker, and also a torrent and video downloader. The PC edition was discontinued in May 2019, and on 29 September 2019 the basic functions, e.g. webpage browsing were terminated.
Privacy and Security Issues
In February 2016, concerns were raised regarding the privacy and security of Baidu Browser. A report from Citizen Lab highlighted potential vulnerabilities, indicating that the browser could expose users to risks related to data privacy. The findings suggested that Baidu Browser may collect sensitive user information without adequate transparency, prompting discussions about the need for improved security measures and user consent in data handling practices.
[{{Cite report , url=https://citizenlab.ca/2016/02/privacy-security-issues-baidu-browser/ , title=Baidu's and Don'ts: Privacy and Security Issues in Baidu Browser , last=Knockel , first=Jeffrey , last2=McKune , first2=Sarah , last3=Senft , first3=Adam , date=2016-02-23 , publisher=University of Toronto , issue=Citizen Lab Research Report No. 70]
References
External links
* https://mobile.baidu.com/item?pid=3260673475
Windows web browsers
Baidu