New Tab by Yahoo

Name: New Tab by Yahoo
Rating: 3.8333 (12 reviews)
Author: Yahoo!

By: Yahoo!

This Add-on brings a fresh look to your new tab page, powered by Yahoo. It also provides default Yahoo experience for search and homepage.

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Features & Capabilities

New Tab by Yahoo transforms your browser's new tab page with striking images that refresh your browsing experience. It features an intuitive search box powered by Yahoo, ensuring quick and efficient searches right from your new tab. You also get easy access to your frequently visited websites, enhancing your browsing efficiency. This extension seamlessly integrates the familiar Yahoo homepage and search experience, making it a perfect companion for users who prefer Yahoo's services. Enjoy a fresh, visually appealing, and functional new tab every time you open your browser.

User Growth & Download Statistics

Add-on Communication

By:

Yahoo!

Daily users:

490 1

Rating:

3.83

(12)

Version:

2.2.0 Last updated: 2020-05-14

Version code:

5024676

Creation date:

2015-05-22

Risk:

Permissions:

Content scripts matches:

*.yahoo.com

Size:

1.26MB

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Firefox Add-ons Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-11

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 4,964 ▲ 9

Other rankings

#6 in yahoo keyword 29

#32 in new tab keyword 48

#73 in new tabs keyword 42

#93 in news keyword 34

#101 in homepage keyword 48 ▼ 3

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Developed by:

Yahoo!

Firefox Add-ons Store

https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/new-tab-by-yahoo/

User Reviews

Users appreciate the add-on's clean and minimalistic design, noting it functions well initially. However, a common issue is the white screen flash upon opening new tabs, which diminishes user experience. Additionally, concerns about the add-on being obsolete were mentioned, suggesting it may not be actively maintained.

Pros

The add-on has a beautiful and minimalistic design.
Users find it clean and functioning well so far.

Cons

There is a noticeable white screen flash for a fraction of a second when opening a new tab, which can be annoying.
One review mentions the add-on is obsolete, implying lack of updates or support.

Recent reviews

by 全民*****, 2025-03-29

by 敬念*****, 2025-02-15

by Fi*****, 2024-02-29

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Is New Tab by Yahoo Safe?

Risk impact

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New Tab by Yahoo requires a lot of 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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New Tab by Yahoo has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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