⚠️ Perplexity and Chrome Advisory Alert
A fake Chrome add-on pretending to be related to Perplexity was found secretly watching what people searched online. Anyone who installed the extension called "Search for perplexity ai" should remove it right away.
Who is at risk
People who use Google Chrome and installed the extension named "Search for perplexity ai" are most at risk.
What to watch for
Check your Chrome extensions for anything named "Search for perplexity ai" or other add-ons you do not recognize or remember installing.
What to do
Open Chrome extensions now, remove the fake extension if it is installed, and review your browser for any other unfamiliar add-ons.