Paywall-Free Reader

Read any web page without a paywall

Paywall-Free Reader - Access Articles Without Limits

"Paywall-Free Reader" is a Chrome extension designed to help users read any web page without encountering paywalls. With a simple right-click or a click on the extension icon, users can unlock articles and news content seamlessly. It offers a user-friendly interface, ensures distraction-free reading, and is best used on individual articles for optimal compatibility. Say goodbye to restricted access and enjoy a limitless browsing experience.
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Extension stats

Rating: 3.22
(18)
Version: 1.1 (Last updated: 2025-01-16)
Creation date: 2024-03-14
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
  • activeTab
  • tabs
Size: 708.61K

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Extension summary

Read Without Limits – Paywall-Free Reader

Tired of running into paywalls while trying to catch up on news or read articles online? With Paywall-Free Reader, you can enjoy seamless access to the content you need, anytime.

πŸ’» How It Works:

  • Right-click on any link or anywhere on the page to open it with Paywall-Free Reader.
  • Or, simply click on the extension icon for quick access.

πŸ“ Pro Tip: For the best results, use Paywall-Free Reader on individual articles rather than homepage links. This ensures a smoother experience and better compatibility with the extension.

πŸ”‘ Key Features:

  • Effortlessly bypass paywalls to unlock articles and news.
  • Enjoy distraction-free reading with no interruptions.
  • Access online content freely, without restrictions.
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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works on a fair amount of sites
  • Works great for local newspapers
  • Class extension, worked on everything I've used it on
  • Many times you can get the article by clicking on the black extension icon
Cons
  • Doesn't work on major sites like NYT, WSJ, Seeking Alpha, and Wired
  • Doesn't work for local news sometimes
  • Does not work for The Athletic
Most mentioned
  • Works great
  • Doesn't work for NYT
  • Works on local news sites
User reviews
It works on a fair amount of sites. If it doesn't work try clicking on the black extension icon and many times you can get the article that way as well.
by David Springer, 2025-01-09

Class extension, worked on everything I've used it on, works really well
by Hsbsh Sbsbsh, 2025-01-04

Doesn't work on Seeking Alpha, NYT, Wired, or WSJ
by Joel Wigton, 2024-12-12
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Paywall-Free Reader requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Paywall-Free Reader is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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