# App for Hangouts™

> Google™ Hangouts Panel is an easy way to check Google Hangouts while you browse internet.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/google-hangouts-panel](https://chrome-stats.com/d/google-hangouts-panel)

## Overview

- **ID:** `google-hangouts-panel`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Anthony
- **Category:** social-communication,alerts-updates
- **Daily users:** 310
- **Rating:** 3.10 / 5 (10 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.1.10resigned1
- **Last updated:** 2024-04-25
- **First published:** 2015-09-26
- **Size:** 32 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/google-hangouts-panel/)
- **Website:** [http://mybrowseraddon.com/google-hangout-panel.html](http://mybrowseraddon.com/google-hangout-panel.html)

## Description

**App for Hangouts™** is a handy Chrome extension that provides quick access to Google Hangouts from your browser toolbar. It allows you to open Hangouts in a separate resizable popup window with just one click, enabling you to stay connected without switching tabs. This independent fan project is not affiliated with Google but offers a stable and fast experience based on the WebExtensions API.

Key features include easy access to instant messaging and video chatting, a lightweight design that prevents background activity when the popup is closed, and a user-friendly interface optimized for efficient communication while browsing. Whether you want to keep an eye on your Hangouts messages or engage in conversations seamlessly, App for Hangouts™ is an effective solution.

## Rankings

- #6,681 — Overall
- #188 — Alerts & Updates
- #20 — app
- #31 — apps
- #211 — panel

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `storage`

### Content script matches

- `hangouts.google.com`

## Safety

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

### Analysis details

- Request access to the following domains: google.com
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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## Review summary

### Pros

- Acts like a standalone app
- Clean and responsive webcam for some users

### Cons

- No notifications
- Choppy video for some users
- Large window with small chat area
- Difficult to find and manage chat windows

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/google-hangouts-panel)