# SoundCloud Control

> A browser extension that lets you control the SoundCloud player controls without switching tabs.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/soundcloud-control-extension](https://chrome-stats.com/d/soundcloud-control-extension)

## Overview

- **ID:** `soundcloud-control-extension`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Johannes
- **Category:** photos-music-videos,other
- **Daily users:** 478
- **Weekly downloads:** 13
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (35 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.7.0
- **Last updated:** 2021-04-08
- **First published:** 2017-11-21
- **Size:** 21 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-11
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/soundcloud-control-extension/)
- **Website:** [https://github.com/JohannesFischer/soundcloud-control/issues](https://github.com/JohannesFischer/soundcloud-control/issues)

## Description

SoundCloud Control is a Firefox add-on that allows you to control the SoundCloud player from any tab. With easy toggling of playback, skipping songs, and liking tracks, you can enhance your SoundCloud experience without interrupting your browsing. Plus, customizable keyboard shortcuts make it even more convenient to manage your music. Try SoundCloud Control today and take control of your SoundCloud listening.

## Rankings

- #5,126 — Overall
- #32 — control
- #41 — sound
- #42 — cloud
- #49 — self control
- #110 — override

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `https://soundcloud.com/*`
- `storage`
- `tabs`

### Content script matches

- `*.soundcloud.com`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** Moderate risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/soundcloud-control-extension)