YIMA

Yima, check for scams, phishing, malware and fakes

YIMA: Safeguard Against Scams, Phishing, and Cyber Threats

YIMA is an innovative Chrome extension developed by the Southern African Fraud Prevention Service (SAFPS). This tool is designed to empower internet users by providing them with the ability to detect potential scam risks. On installing YIMA, users can quickly scan website links to identify possible scams that may result in data phishing or even worse scenarios. Stop, think, and stay safe from scams with YIMA.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 5.00
(1)
Version: 1.1.3 (Last updated: 2024-11-05)
Creation date: 2023-05-31
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • tabs
  • storage
  • scripting
  • contextMenus
Host permissions:
  • *://*/*
Size: 995.33K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

The extension checks for possible scam sites before I enter the website. Its great for protection from scammers and fraudsters while surfing the net.
by Nazia Karrim, 2023-06-05
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of YIMA. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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