Google Messages Launcher

Launches Google Messages in a dedicated window.
What is Google Messages Launcher?
Google Messages Launcher is a Chrome extension that allows you to easily launch Google Messages in a dedicated window, without any unnecessary toolbars or tabs. It offers one-click access and provides the option to customize the window size. Formerly known as Android Messages Launcher.

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2021-08-03
Users: 13,701+
Rating: 3.22 (37)
Version: 1.0.1 (Last updated: 2021-07-03)
Creation date: 2019-09-06
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • https://*/*
Size: 24.35K
Price: Free

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Extension summary

Launches Google Messages in a dedicated window by itself with no frills.

Features:

  • 1 click (or keyboard shortcut) opening of Google Messages.
  • No tabs, search bar, or any toolbars in the window. As dedicated as possible.
  • Does not open multiple windows (clicking will focus the already open window).
  • Custom window size with last size memory option.

Formerly Android Messages Launcher.

User reviews

Recent update is malware. Extension used to work great, but after the most recent update it redirects links and feels very much like a virus. Report Abuse!
by Chris Harling, 2021-08-02

The developer recently enabled a default setting that causes this extension to open pop-under windows. It seems to be triggered by visiting various shopping sites and the pop-under windows redirect you to other shopping sites.[
by David Gunter, 2021-08-02

As others stated - it worked fine until recently. Now it is allowing popups from various sites. Avoid.
by Adam Broussard, 2021-08-02
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Google Messages Launcher requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Google Messages Launcher may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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