Facebook Read Message Block

This extension blocks the requests that Facebook makes to update the read status of messages.

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2023-06-08
By: MCCM
Users: 8
Rating: 5.00 (1)
Version: 1.0.0 (Last updated: 2016-02-05)
Creation date: 2016-02-05
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • *://*.facebook.com/*
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • tabs
Size: 3.33K

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Extension summary

This extension blocks the requests that Facebook makes to update the read status of messages.

I encourage you to read through the (very simple) source code to see how the extension works.

Extension safety

Risk impact

Facebook Read Message Block is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Facebook Read Message Block if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Facebook Read Message Block may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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