companion for reddit

Turn your browser into a redditor's best friend.
What is companion for reddit?
'Companion for reddit' is a superior version of the official Reddit companion Chrome extension. This version has fixed unresolved bugs and enhanced features from the original, with HTTPS support for more secure browsing and revived notification functionality. It also sports design updates for a cleaner user experience. Future upgrades are aimed at introducing a clearer notification icon and adding support for moderation tasks.

Extension stats

Users: 1,000+
Rating: 4.61 (23)
Version: 2.0.4 (Last updated: 2016-06-21)
Creation date: 2016-06-21
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • notifications
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 97.87K

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Extension summary

This is a modified version of the official reddit companion which can be found here: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/reddit-companion/algjnflpgoopkdijmkalfcifomdhmcbe

This version fixes some long outstanding bugs and adds some new things:

  • https support: should work on (more) https pages now.
  • notifications work again: the old companion used an outdated call.
  • design tweaks: Less shadows, less gradients, less rounded corners.

Todo:

  • Update the notifications to have a better suited icon that is not blurred out.
  • Add support for moderation related tasks.
    • Possibly integrate these with the moderator toolbox extension.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Better than the official companion
  • Works effectively for accessing Reddit content
  • Continuous support and improvements from developers
  • Great addition to web browsing for Reddit users
  • Highly recommended by frequent Reddit users
Cons
  • Only works for HTTPS pages if the button in the omnibar is clicked
Most mentioned
  • This is great! Thanks devs!
  • Great addition to my Chrome web-browsing.
  • Couldn't imagine Reddit without it.
Recent reviews
better than the official companion
by 张磊, 2016-11-14

This is great! Thanks devs!
by Mario Olivio Flores, 2016-09-12

This only works for https pages if you click the button in the omnibar.
by Tamara Jordan, 2016-06-04
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Extension safety

Risk impact

companion for reddit requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

companion for reddit has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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