FingerprintAlert

Detect and block browser fingerprinting attempts by websites!

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2021-10-12
Users: 318
Rating: 3.67 (3)
Version: 1.0.0 (Last updated: 2019-05-09)
Creation date: 2019-05-09
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • <all_urls>
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • tabs
  • notifications
  • geolocation
Size: 68.97K

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Extension summary

FingerprintAlert is a free open-source browser add-on that alerts you when websites you visit attempt to perform a new method of tracking called Browser Fingerprinting (to learn more about the subject, visit https://www.fingerprintable.org). The add-on also possesses a built-in option to block these attempts. The add-on monitors all http responses (e.g. POST and GET) that are relayed by a visited website for recognizable fingerprinting patterns.

User reviews

works on https://panopticlick.eff.org. best.
by Deepali Limaye, 2021-02-24

Some website blocked ( paypal etc) but many info you could to know about websites, which requested yours fingerprints.
by Eugene, 2020-11-10

Doesn't block fingerprintjs or notify. Dev's site appears empty :/
by Abraham, 2020-03-30
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

FingerprintAlert may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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