Disable Symantec Endpoint Protection Chrome Extension -

  • GET /api/extensions/status?extension_id=&scope=
  • POST /api/extensions/re-enable

    • If the goal is to remove the extension permanently, it is often tied to the main Symantec Endpoint Protection installation. Uninstalling SEP via Windows Settings > Apps will automatically remove the Chrome extension.

    On macOS, the extension is enforced via a com.google.Chrome configuration profile.

    If the profile is locked (red "Remove" button), you must use the terminal (requires root):

    sudo profiles list
sudo profiles remove -identifier com.symantec.sep.chrome-extension

    If you want, I can:

    Subject: Detailed Review: How to Disable the Symantec Endpoint Protection Chrome Extension

    Review Body:

    I’ve been using Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) for a while now, and while the core antivirus and firewall features are solid, the Chrome extension that comes bundled with it can be more intrusive than helpful for certain users. After troubleshooting performance issues and website compatibility problems, I finally figured out how to disable the SEP Chrome extension without uninstalling the main protection. Here’s my detailed walkthrough and review of the process. disable symantec endpoint protection chrome extension

    | User Type | Best Method | Permanence | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Non-admin employee | Switch to Firefox browser | 100% (on Chrome, 0%) | | Power user (local admin) | Registry override (HKCU) | Until policy refresh | | IT admin | Disable via SEPM policy | Permanent | | Mac user | Remove configuration profile | Permanent (until re-enrolled) | | Anyone in a hurry | Hide icon from toolbar | Temporary (visual only) |

    In newer SEP versions (14.3+), you can modify the installation:

    This is the cleanest method, but it requires the original installation files. GET /api/extensions/status

    Stop:

    sc stop smc
sc stop ccSvcHst

    Start:

    sc start smc
sc start ccSvcHst