OwnerURL

Uses data from Google Stret View & the WHOIS database to reveal the location of the URL owner

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2023-04-04
Users: 55
Version: 1.4 (Last updated: 2014-12-19)
Creation date: 2014-12-19
Risk impact: Very high risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • activeTab
  • http://www.whoisxmlapi.com/
  • http://maps.googleapis.com/
  • https://maps.gstatic.com/
  • http://*/
Size: 20.94K
URLs: Website

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Extension summary

See the physical location of the website owner with a single click in your browser!

Helps you determine the legitimacy of the current URL you are on. Are they operating out of a basement, or a fancy NYC skyscraper? Uses data from the WHOIS database as well as Google Street View, to instantly reveal the 'man behind the curtain'.

Use cases include:

  • Improving sales prospecting
  • Quick location lookup of business on a Google map
  • Preventing phishing / security
  • Viewing corporate HQ's
  • Many more!

Extension safety

Risk impact

OwnerURL requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

OwnerURL may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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