Skype Web Messenger

Name: Skype Web Messenger
Rating: 3.0909 (33 reviews)
Author: Baris Derin

Skype Web Messenger brings Skype right into your browser to make audio and video calls.

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Skype Web Messenger integrates Skype's web chat and messaging directly into your browser with a convenient sidebar. Once logged in, you can easily see friends' online status and initiate instant chats, audio, or video calls without switching tabs or apps. This extension enhances your browsing experience by keeping your Skype communication accessible at all times.

Please note, Skype Web Messenger is an unofficial helper designed for Skype users and is not affiliated with Skype or Microsoft. It utilizes Skype's web platform to streamline communication within your browser for seamless connectivity.

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Version:

64.0.1resigned1 Last updated: 2024-04-25

Version code:

5726520

Creation date:

2015-12-02

Risk:

Permissions:

contextualIdentities
cookies
tabs
webRequest
webRequestBlocking
contextMenus
storage
downloads
<all_urls>

Size:

292.45K

Email:

su*****@barisderin.com

URLs:

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Full description:

See detailed description ⏷

Source:

Firefox Browser Add-ons

Updated:

a day ago

Ranking

# 3,173 ▲ 18

Other rankings

#250 in Games & Entertainment ▼ 1

#5 in messenger keyword 16

#68 in trademark keyword 15

#70 in web keyword 74

#85 in register keyword 12

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User reviews

Users face major issues with the Skype Web Messenger add-on, primarily its lack of Firefox support and requirement for Edge browser, making it unusable on many Linux desktops. Many cannot sign in or make calls using the add-on, as call feature icons remain inactive. While some appreciate it as an alternative for unsupported systems like Ubuntu 32-bit, overall functionality and browser compatibility problems greatly limit its usefulness. Privacy concerns regarding Microsoft's involvement further deter some users.

Pros

Provides an alternative to Skype client, useful for systems like Ubuntu 32-bit where latest Skype versions are incompatible

Cons

Does not support Firefox browser, requiring Edge or other browsers not suitable for some users (e.g., Linux desktop)
Unable to sign in to Skype via the add-on
Call icons (phone and video) are inactive, preventing calls
Perception of being tied to Microsoft causing privacy concerns

Recent reviews

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Skype Web Messenger requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. 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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Risk likelihood

Skype Web Messenger is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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