Enable local file links

Make it possible to open by click a link to a local file that is disabled by Chrome.

Enable Local File Links: A Google Chrome Extension

The 'Enable local file links' extension is a handy tool for Chrome users that breaks the default prohibition on opening local files directly from the browser. This add-on is designed to enhance user experience whilst maintaining security, as it only reacts to manual user operations; ensuring no malicious page can open a local file without explicit user permission. The extension does not collect or use any personal information and its source code is openly available on GitHub.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
Users: 100,000+
Rating: 5.00
(1)
Version: 0.8.1 (Last updated: 2021-01-28)
Creation date: 2021-01-18
Permissions:
  • *://*/*
Size: 6.54K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 2,221 ▲ 92
Other rankings
#22019 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 585 #118 in file keyword 36 ▲ 3 #227 in links keyword 17 ▲ 10

Other platforms

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

Extension safety

Risk impact

Enable local file links requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Enable local file links. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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