Instapaper

Instapaper browser extension to save links for offline reading.

Instapaper - Chrome Extension for Offline Reading

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
(523)
Version: 3.1.2 (Last updated: 2024-11-06)
Creation date: 2020-04-16
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • activeTab
  • contextMenus
Host permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 184.32K

Other platforms

Instapaper (vVARY)
4.58 (10,722) 744,935+
Instapaper (v3.1.3)
4.47 (106) 9,126+
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Extension summary

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Saves articles effectively to Instapaper.
  • Long-standing and favorite app for article saving and reading.
  • Works as advertised for many users.
Cons
  • Extension does not work on some Chrome browsers; experiencing 'save failed' errors.
  • Slow synchronization and inability to save images from certain websites.
  • Issues with the save animation and duplicate saving.
Most mentioned
  • Extension is broken or not functioning for many users.
  • Positive comparison with other similar apps (like Pocket) in design and usability.
  • Mixed experiences with the functionality of the extension.
User reviews
The Chrome Extension does what it's supposed to, which is save articles to Instapaper.
by Christopher D, 2024-11-12

by The Caretaker, 2024-10-31

by Saiaf Gamal, 2024-10-12
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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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