WebRTC Leak Prevent

WebRTC Leak Prevent

Prevent WebRTC leaks using the official API.

What is WebRTC Leak Prevent?
"WebRTC Leak Prevent" is a Chrome extension designed for user privacy. It controls hidden WebRTC settings that can compromise your online privacy. This extension is your safeguard against WebRTC leaks, only compatible with Chrome version 42+ and Chromium-based browsers. Be aware, WebRTC-based services may be affected. Keep your browsing secure and enjoy a worry-free online experience.
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Stats
Users: 90,000+
Rating: 3.98 (310)
Version: 1.0.14 (Last updated: 2021-06-14)
Creation date: 2018-05-16
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • privacy
  • storage
Size: 17.18K
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Summary

Prevent WebRTC leaks in Chrome by controlling hidden WebRTC privacy settings.

This will protect against WebRTC leaks.

Test for leaks here - https://diafygi.github.io/webrtc-ips/

Compatible only with Chrome version 42+, and Chromium browsers based on 42+. Newer options require at least Chrome version 48.

ISSUES/CLARIFICATION

WebRTC-based services may be affected by this extension.

Please open the options page and read the instructions before leaving a review.

GitHub source - https://github.com/aghorler/WebRTC-Leak-Prevent

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User reviews
User reviews summary
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Prevents IP address leakage
  • Works with VPN
  • Provides options for disabling non-proxied UDP
Cons
  • High CPU usage
  • Erratic behavior
  • Some users report it not working
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't work
  • Disable non-proxied UDP (force proxy) option
  • Tested using browserleaks.com/webrtc
Recent reviews
by Jaime Lannister Jaime Lannister, 2024-01-11

没有啊, 开毛线也不行
by bill “Bill” YA bill “Bill” YA, 2024-02-27

Is this supposed work without a VPN? IP still visible and both WEBRTC tests are still TRUE according to https://browserleaks.com/webrtc after restarting CHROME 112 on WIN10 Tried both public and private interface options. In-extension link to github is broken.
by Jobo Technopeasant Jobo Technopeasant, 2023-04-12
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Safety
Risk impact

WebRTC Leak Prevent is relatively safe to use as it requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

WebRTC Leak Prevent has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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