web.skype.com for Firefox

With this extension you are able to open "Skype for Web" in Firefox.

web.skype.com for Firefox is a specialized Chrome extension that enables Firefox users to open and use the Skype Web application without encountering the "Unsupported browser" message. It does this by setting the userAgent to Google Chrome for Skype-related URLs, effectively bypassing Microsoft's browser restrictions.

While this extension facilitates access to Skype for Web by spoofing the browser identity, it does not resolve WebRTC API issues, so some features like video calls may still be limited in Firefox. The extension supports key Skype-related domains and addresses recent error messages by updating allowed URLs. This tool is a convenient workaround for Firefox users frustrated by Microsoft's Chrome-focused support, helping them maintain access to Skype's web services.

By:
phts
Daily users:
1,019 -17
Rating:
4.73
(56)
Version:
0.6.0 Last updated: 2020-12-05
Version code:
5145184
Creation date:
2019-03-11
Risk:
Very high risk impact Low risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • https://*.live.com/*
  • https://*.live.net/*
  • https://*.microsoft.com/*
  • https://*.microsoftonline.com/*
  • https://*.skype.com/*
  • https://*.skypeassets.com/*
Size:
9.09KB
URLs:
Website
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Firefox Browser Add-ons
Data ingested on:
2025-07-15

User reviews

Pros
  • Simple and functional interface
  • Allows basic functionality with Teams
  • Better than keeping an entire browser open for Skype
  • Works perfectly for chatting
  • Provides a workaround for users avoiding Microsoft products
Cons
  • Buggy performance leading to issues during important tasks
  • Screen sharing feature from remote partners not working
  • Some users suggest using other browsers due to compatibility issues
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Extension safety

Risk impact
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web.skype.com for Firefox requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood
Risk likelihood measures the probability that a Firefox add-on may turn malicious. This is determined by the publisher and the Firefox add-on reputation on Firefox Browser Add-ons, the amount of time the Firefox add-on has been around, and other signals about the Firefox add-on. Our algorithms are not perfect, and are subject to change as we discover new ways to detect malicious extensions. We recommend that you always exercise caution when installing a Firefox add-on.

web.skype.com for Firefox has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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