Privacy Extension for WhatsApp Privacy

Privacy Extension for WhatsApp Privacy

WhatsApp Privacy Extension

Privacy Extension for WhatsApp Privacy is a Chrome extension that blurs messages and media in WhatsApp Web until hovered over, enhancing privacy in shared spaces.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 100,000+
Version: 1.0.43 (Last updated: 2025-01-26)
Creation date: 2022-05-16
Permissions:
  • storage
  • scripting
  • alarms
Host permissions:
  • *://*.whatsapp.com/*
Size: 6.60M
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Privacy Extension for WhatsApp Privacy (v1.0.42)
53,890+ 2.70 (66)

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Very useful for enhancing privacy in WhatsApp chats
  • Good recovery of deleted messages
  • Helps in securing the device during public presentations
  • Easy to use and effective
  • Overall helpful and good performance
Cons
  • Experiencing functionality issues recently (e.g., locking screen not working)
Most mentioned
  • Good and helpful
  • Works as expected for chat privacy
  • Useful for public presentations
User reviews
Good
by Rinaldi Fiqih, 2025-03-04

Good
by Roman Martinez, 2025-02-27

It seems like this extension is having problems again like before. I can't lock the screen anymore.
by Tammy Vania, 2025-02-25
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Privacy Extension for WhatsApp Privacy requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Privacy Extension for WhatsApp Privacy. 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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