Comcast Boycotter

Comcast Boycotter

Warns users they are accessing websites owned by Comcast.

Comcast Boycotter
Merlin
Stats
This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2023-01-20
Users: 32
Rating: 4.00 (3)
Version: 1.0 (Last updated: 2014-05-21)
Creation date: 2014-05-21
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • storage
  • *://*/
Size: 3.67K
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Summary

In order to ensure Net Neutrality, this tool warns users before accessing sites owned or operated by Comcast, giving them the opportunity to boycott.

This extension is completely open-sourced and you are encouraged to redistribute it in any way you like. However, the extension owner makes no guarantees concerning the code or anyone who may chose to redistribute.

This extension is comprised of two files:

Manifest.json:

////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// { "name": "Comcast Boycotter",

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User reviews
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by Linda Santos Linda Santos, 2018-02-20

Does the job. But it's quite annoying with multiple monitors; the popup may appear under a window on the other screen, and your tab just hangs.
by Dan Haiduc Dan Haiduc, 2014-11-27
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Safety
Risk impact

Comcast Boycotter is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Comcast Boycotter if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

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

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