Gfycat Hoverzoom

When you hover with your mouse over a gfycat link you'll see the video popup and play. Much like HoverZoom for a gif.

Gfycat Hoverzoom - Chrome Extension

Gfycat Hoverzoom is a Chrome extension that allows you to easily view and play gfycat videos by hovering over links. It works on Reddit and provides a convenient way to browse and enjoy gfycat content without the need to click and load a new page.

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Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2022-07-13

By: ubershmekel

Users: 1,000+

Rating: 3.50

(10)

Version: 2 (Last updated: 2014-01-12)

Creation date: 2014-01-12

Permissions:

cookies
tabs
history
http://reddit.com/*
https://reddit.com/*
http://*.reddit.com/*
https://*.reddit.com/*
http://redditgifts.com/*
http://api.twitter.com/*

Size: 92.76K

Email: ub*****@gmail.com

Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

It doesn't account for where the link you're hoverzooming is on the page. If it's at the bottom you won't be able to see much of the gfy because it only pops up below the mouse.

Christian Kist, 2018-12-03

Doesn't work inside of feedly, etc.

by A Google user, 2015-11-24

Needs some improvements but very helpful.

james wh, 2014-12-15

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Gfycat Hoverzoom requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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