# Expand URL

> Expand any URL to see where a shortened URL is going to take you. Perfect to check if the final link destination is safe.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/expand-url](https://chrome-stats.com/d/expand-url)

## Overview

- **ID:** `expand-url`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** ExpandURL
- **Category:** privacy-security,social-communication
- **Daily users:** 63
- **Weekly downloads:** 1
- **Rating:** 3.50 / 5 (2 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-03
- **First published:** 2021-12-26
- **Size:** 38 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/expand-url/)
- **Website:** [https://www.expandurl.net](https://www.expandurl.net/)

## Description

Expand URL is a convenient Firefox add-on that allows users to easily view the final destination of shortened links, ensuring their safety. With just a right-click, this add-on opens a new tab to display the expanded link. It also provides additional information about the destination, enabling users to make informed decisions about visiting the link. Expand URL can even be used to check regular links for unexpected redirects. Compatible with the majority of shortened URLs, this extension is designed to enhance user browsing experience and provide peace of mind.

## Rankings

- #14,613 — Overall
- #4 — expand
- #33 — destination

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `contextMenus`
- `<all_urls>`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Moderate risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Moderate risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/expand-url)