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urlscan.io vs Norton Safe Web: catalog facts
urlscan.ioNorton Safe Web
Freemium

Basic scanning is free, with paid plans for heavier or commercial use.

Free

Free to use.

Web, Browser extension Web, Browser extension
  • Screenshot of the page without visiting it yourself
  • Records every network request the page makes
  • Quick reputation check before visiting a link
  • Backed by a large security vendor's data
  • Advanced use requires a paid plan
  • Scans are processed by a third-party service
  • Verdict comes from a single vendor
  • Little detail on how ratings are decided
Web application, Browser extension Web application, Browser extension
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Needs internet

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

Catalog facts only. Anything “not stated” is unconfirmed. Check full listings for details.