RSS Subscription Extension (by Google)
Adds one-click subscription to your toolbar.
What is RSS Subscription Extension (by Google)?
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Summary
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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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
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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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