BYU FamilySearch Testing

This extension allows testing of FamilySearch.org to improve the site. Email [email protected] for participation/questions.
What is BYU FamilySearch Testing?
BYU FamilySearch Testing is a Chrome extension designed to help researchers from BYU test and improve the functionality of FamilySearch.org. It enables testing of different features on the site, with any changes being made only with approval from FamilySearch. To participate, contact the researchers via email.

Extension stats

Users: 270 ▲ 6
Version: 0.0.3 (Last updated: 2023-07-06)
Creation date: 2023-03-07
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • cookies
  • webNavigation
  • tabs
Host permissions:
  • https://www.familysearch.org/
  • https://familysearch.org/
  • https://community.familysearch.org/
  • https://beta.familysearch.org/
  • https://integration.familysearch.org/
Size: 795.65K

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Extension summary

This extension is to help FamilySearch become a better family history site. This extension is for testing different functionality on FamilySearch.org by researchers, primarily originating from BYU. No features of this extension will be enabled without being whitelisted or having a verification code. FamilySearch.org UI will be the only UI changed at any time, and only upon approval by FamilySearch itself.

Others wanting to take place in the experimental UI changes may contact the researchers via email.

Extension safety

Risk impact

BYU FamilySearch Testing requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

BYU FamilySearch Testing has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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