Killswitch

Exercise stronger control over abusable APIs

Killswitch: Exercise Control Over APIs

Killswitch is a Chrome extension that allows users to exercise stronger control over abusable APIs. It monitors sites' usage of these APIs and provides insights into how and when data is being used. It can also prompt for permission every session, offering additional control.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 66
9
Rating: 5.00
(1)
Version: 1.1 (Last updated: 2021-07-08)
Creation date: 2021-07-01
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
Size: 280.58K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

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

Extension safety

Risk impact

Killswitch requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Killswitch. 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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