Instapaper

Instapaper browser extension to save links for offline reading.
What is Instapaper?
Instapaper is a Chrome extension that offers a simple and efficient method of saving web pages for later reading. Regardless of whether you want to read on your iPhone, iPad, Android, computer, or Kindle, Instapaper makes it possible. By saving the current tab on your device to your Instapaper account, this extension eliminates the need for a bookmarklet. Unauthenticated users are directed to a login or signup page, after which they are redirected back to the original page, now saved in their Instapaper queue.
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Extension stats

Users: 200,000+
Rating: 3.78 (522)
Version: 3.1.2 (Last updated: 2024-11-06)
Creation date: 2020-04-16
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • activeTab
  • contextMenus
Host permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 184.32K

Ranking

# 1571 ▼ 5
Other rankings
#150 in Workflow & Planning ▼ 1 #94 in android keyword 14 ▼ 10 #124 in account keyword 14 ▼ 18

Other platforms

Instapaper (v3.1.3)
4.47 (106) 9,079+
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Extension summary

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Instapaper is a simple tool for saving web pages to read later on your iPhone, iPad, Android, computer, or Kindle.

This browser extension may be used in place of the bookmarklet to save articles directly into your Instapaper queue.

It works by saving the current tab to your Instapaper account . Users who aren't logged in will be taken to a login or signup page, after completing the process they will be redirected back to the original page with the original page saved in their queue.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Effective article saving and reading app.
  • Works well for many users.
  • User-friendly bookmark feature.
  • Good design for saved items.
Cons
  • Extension often fails to save articles.
  • Slow sync and issues saving images.
  • Inconsistent performance across browsers.
  • Support for issues is lacking.
Most mentioned
  • Fails to save articles or shows 'save failed'.
  • Problems with functionality on Chrome.
  • Negative experiences with customer support.
  • Praise for the overall design and usability.
Recent reviews
by The Caretaker, 2024-10-31
by Saiaf Gamal, 2024-10-12
Still my favorite article saving and reading app -- kinda remarkable it's lasted this long!
by Johannes Fischer, 2024-05-21
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

Instapaper has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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