What is Save-Data: on?
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Extension summary
Tell websites that you prefer to save data and costs. At websites’ discretion, you may see lower quality images and fewer media elements as webpages adjust to reduce data downloads.
The extension works by sending the "Save-Data: on" HTTP header with every request. This extension is not a data compression proxy like the Data Saver/Lite option in Google Chrome, or Opera Turbo and Yandex.browser Turbo mode.
User reviews
- Does exactly what it's supposed to do.
- It is helpful and makes the browser faster.
- Easy to use for saving data.
- Multiple users report that it doesn't work.
- Lack of proper instructions from the developer.
- Some users can't access the settings page.
- Not working
- Developer didn't provide details on how to use
- Loves the extension
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Extension safety
Risk impact
Save-Data: on 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 Save-Data: on if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
Save-Data: on has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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