Short URL Expander

Adds an Expand Shortened URLs item to the context menu. Links on the page that contain shortened URLs will be resolved and replaced with their final URL.

Short URL Expander is a handy Chrome extension that enhances your browsing experience by allowing you to expand shortened URLs quickly and easily. By adding an "Expand Shortened URLs" option to your right-click context menu, this tool resolves shortened links on any webpage and replaces them with their final, expanded URLs. This feature helps you see where a link really leads before clicking, improving security and transparency.

Designed to work seamlessly on any page, Short URL Expander saves you time and protects you from potential phishing or misleading links often hidden by URL shorteners. Its simple interface and efficient performance make it an essential tool for users who want greater control over the links they interact with online.

By:
James Mazikowski
Daily users:
107 -1
Rating:
4.00
(5)
Version:
0.3resigned1 Last updated: 2024-04-25
Version code:
5730200
Creation date:
2018-03-19
Risk:
Moderate risk impact Moderate risk likelihood
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • contextMenus
  • https://unshorten.me/
  • webRequest
Size:
9.82KB
Source:
Firefox Browser Add-ons
Updated:
a day ago

User reviews

by Fi*****, 2021-09-23

by Ly*****, 2020-09-01

Funciona perfectamente y no puede ser más sencilla. Simplemente das click derecho sobre el enlace acortado que te interese y pulsas sobre el botón «Expand Shortened URLs». La extensión ha traducido la URL acortada por la original y se puede acceder directamente pinchando en el enlace.
by Fi*****, 2019-10-09
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Extension safety

Risk impact
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Short URL Expander requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • High Allows the extension to observe and analyze traffic in flight for the selected hosts.
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Risk likelihood
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Short URL Expander is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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