# HackMD-it

> HackMD-it - A HackMD browser extension optimized for SPEED We love HackMD because it is FAST. If you like us, you will love HackMD-it, the browser extension that boosts your speed using HackMD and extends HackMD to browser

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/hackmd-it](https://chrome-stats.com/d/hackmd-it)

## Overview

- **ID:** `hackmd-it`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** HackMD
- **Category:** feeds-news-blogging,search-tools
- **Daily users:** 87
- **Weekly downloads:** 2
- **Rating:** 4.00 / 5 (4 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.5.1
- **Last updated:** 2024-07-02
- **First published:** 2018-03-10
- **Size:** 388 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/hackmd-it/)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/hackmdio/hackmd-it-issues/issues](https://github.com/hackmdio/hackmd-it-issues/issues)

## Description

HackMD-it is a powerful browser extension designed to speed up and extend your HackMD experience. With HackMD-it, you can quickly invoke the extension using a hotkey (ctrl + shift + m), search through your HackMD notes, and pin important notes for immediate access right from your browser.

This extension is perfect for HackMD enthusiasts who value speed and efficiency. It streamlines note management and enhances your workflow by integrating key functionalities directly into your browser. For tutorials and release updates, visit the official HackMD-it resources. Your feedback is welcome through the provided feedback form.

## Rankings

- #12,360 — Overall
- #24 — hack
- #90 — tutorial
- #98 — changelog
- #141 — optimize
- #146 — hacker

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `storage`
- `tabs`
- `webNavigation`
- `notifications`

### Host permissions

- `https://hackmd.io/*`
- `https://*/`

## Safety

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

### Analysis details

- Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
- 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/hackmd-it)