Chrome-Stats extension
Messenger Unread
Check messenger without the stress. Don't send typing indicators or read receipts. Free & open source, only 30 lines of code.
What is Messenger Unread?
Stats
- storage
- webRequest
- webRequestBlocking
- *://*.facebook.com/*
- *://*.messenger.com/*
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Summary
As of December 2020 this extension no longer works 😭 Facebook changed how they fetch messages and it's now harder to disable read receipts. If you have any ideas on how to fix it, let me know on github: https://github.com/raphaelrk/messenger-lowkey
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Check messenger without the stress. Don't send typing indicators or read receipts.
🤫 Don't show people you've read their message or when you're typing ❤️ We're firm believers in data privacy and don't collect or share any data. 💻 Free and open source. Only thirty lines of code, and easy to install yourself.
Before 😭 You have messages but don't check them, leading to long response times After 😍 Read and reply to messages as soon as you get them without pressure
👋 Texting should be relaxed Read receipts and typing indicators optimize for engagement, not comfort. By making your actions more private, we make it easier to read and respond.
User reviews
Biboup, 2022-01-10
Andy Swart, 2021-05-03
Wilson Sy, 2021-04-02Safety
Risk impact
Messenger Unread 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 Messenger Unread if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
Messenger Unread has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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