Hackernews Default Tab

The latest of Hackernews whenever you open a new tab.

Hackernews Default Tab

Extension stats

Manifest V2 Overrides new tab
Users: 56
Rating: 4.09
(11)
Version: 0.0.21 (Last updated: 2014-05-06)
Creation date: 2014-05-06
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • tabs
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • storage
Size: 146.43K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

hasn't worked in months.... a fix would be much appreciated. was a great extension before!
by Ray Smets, 2015-07-30

Stopped working recently. Please fix it. I'm too lazy to go to the regular HN site and I feel like I'm missing out.
by Evan Isnor, 2015-05-02

I love this extension, but recently stopped working.
by Daniel Ryan, 2015-04-14
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Hackernews Default Tab. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • Critical This extension is not longer available in the store
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