Privacy Extension For WhatsApp Web
WhatsApp Web Privacy - Chat Message Blurrer
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- https://web.whatsapp.com/*
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Extension summary
To increase privacy in public spaces the Privacy Extension For WhatsApp™ Web blurs your messages. Your messages and other content only reveals upon hovering over with your mouse cursor. Additionally you can quickly toggle all effects by using a keyboard shortcut or by clicking the toggle button in the extension menu.
It adapts to your needs by letting you decide which elements you want to blur. Most important options:
- All messages in chat: Blurs all messages in the current chat.
- Last messages preview: Blurs all message previews on the left.
- Media preview: Blurs all images, videos, stickers, ... in separation from the text.
- Profile pictures: Blurs all profile pictures.
An extended list of features can be found on our page: https://pfwa.lukaslen.com/
Quick Toggle: Use the keyboard shortcut to quickly toggle the extension on or off (Default: Alt+X). To change this navigate to: "chrome://extensions/shortcuts"
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User reviews
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spammy, or outdated.- Very useful for maintaining privacy while using WhatsApp Web
- Works well as intended for blurring messages
- Helps users feel secure when using shared or public computers
- Easy to use and set up
- Compatible with other browsers like Brave
- Frequent bugs regarding the text input blur not working
- Some users experience intermittent failures where the extension stops functioning
- Issues with cancelling subscriptions or managing settings
- Need for persistent updates and troubleshooting regarding Chrome version compatibility
- Blur functionality not working properly
- Overall usefulness at work settings
- Intermittent bugs affecting usability
- User experiences with installation and subscription issues
User reviews
Yusuf Murtaza, 2025-01-15 
Willian Rodrigues, 2025-01-13 
Fátima Eliane Soares, 2025-01-08Extension safety
Risk impact
Privacy Extension For WhatsApp Web requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Privacy Extension For WhatsApp Web is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.
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