SocialScam

Bypasses the need to install an app to watch videos and read articles on Facebook.
What is SocialScam?
SocialScam is a Chrome extension that automatically changes the links on Facebook, allowing users to directly access articles and videos without being prompted to install apps. With support for apps like Socialcam, Yahoo! reader, and Washington Post news reader, it simplifies the process of consuming content on Facebook.

Extension stats

Users: 84 ▲ 12
Rating: 3.94 (48)
Version: 0.0.1 (Last updated: 2012-08-02)
Creation date: 2012-08-02
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • http://www.facebook.com/*
  • https://www.facebook.com/*
  • http://socialcam.com/*
  • https://socialcam.com/*
Size: 12.72K
URLs: Website

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Extension summary

Are you tired of installing apps on Facebook just to watch a video or read an article? SocialScam bypasses the need to install the app by automatically changing the link so you are taken directly to the article/video instead of being prompted to install an app.

There is no need to do anything once you have SocialScam installed. It turns on automatically when you go to Facebook and does the work for you.

The extension currently supports bypassing the following apps:

  • Socialcam
  • Yahoo! reader
  • Washington Post news reader
  • more to come!

User reviews

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by karam hussin, 2015-02-17

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

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

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