RSS Subscription Extension (by Google)

RSS Subscription Extension (by Google)

Adds one-click subscription to your toolbar.

What is RSS Subscription Extension (by Google)?
RSS Subscription Extension (by Google) is a Chrome extension that provides an efficient way to subscribe to RSS feeds. Upon detecting an RSS feed on a page, it displays an RSS icon in the Omnibox for one-click subscription and preview. The extension includes predefined feed readers like Newsblur, My Yahoo, Feedly, Inoreader, The Old Reader, and additionally allows you to add any web-based feed reader of your choice. The extension is regularly updated for performance and security enhancements.
Stats
Users: 700,000+
Rating: 3.96 (3,462)
Version: 2.2.7 (Last updated: 2023-06-18)
Creation date: 2014-08-25
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • storage
Size: 144.38K
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Summary
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This extension auto-detects RSS feeds on the page you are reading and upon finding one will display an RSS icon in the Omnibox, allowing you to click on it to preview the feed content and subscribe.

The extension comes with a few feed readers predefined (Newsblur, My Yahoo, Feedly, Inoreader, The Old Reader) but also allows you to add any web-based feed reader of your choice to the list.

What's new in version 2.2.7?

  • Fixed truncation in feed preview.

What's new in version 2.2.6?

  • Added a couple of more Feed reader services.

What's new in version 2.2.5?

  • This version contains security fixes.
  • Replaced deprecated Bloglines RSS service with Newsblur.

What's new in version 2.2.2?

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User reviews
User reviews summary
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Provides a way to obtain the URL of a page's RSS feed when configured properly
Cons
  • Many users find the extension does not work or fails to display feeds
  • Poor user experience and usability reported
  • Lack of support or maintenance from Google
  • Requires redirection to third-party sites for feed subscription
  • Some users encounter bugs or incomplete feed rendering
Most mentioned
  • Extension does not work or has limited functionality
  • Difficult to understand or use
  • Perceived as abandonware and not maintained by Google
  • Issues with obtaining or using the feed URL
  • Lack of intuitive user interface or instructions for use
Recent reviews
by Simurgh Graphic Simurgh Graphic, 2023-11-27

Bu uzantı çalışmıyor.
by ShenkaMan Gaming ShenkaMan Gaming, 2024-03-05

At first I thought this app was a scam since pressing the icon while on a site with a feed wasn’t getting me anything. None of the menu options let you obtain the URL of the page's RSS Feed. In order to enable it you need to the following: Click on the icon > “This can read and change site data” > “when you click the extension” Now to get the URL to the feed, just right-click on the provided hyperlink and select “Copy Link Address”. Now I can paste it into my Windows-based Feed Aggregator (QuiteRSS).
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Safety
Risk impact

RSS Subscription Extension (by Google) 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 RSS Subscription Extension (by Google) if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

RSS Subscription Extension (by Google) has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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